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Name	Segugio Italiano	Shikoku dog	Tosa Ken
Origins	Italy	Japan	Japan
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Italian Hound Segugio Italian Segugio	Japanese Wolfdog Kochi-ken Mikawa Inu Shikoku dog	Japanese Fighting Dog Japanese Mastiff Japanese Tosa Tosa Fighting Dog Tosa Ken Tosa Tōken Tosa Inu
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken? Which is the smallest dog, Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken?	Large	Large Medium	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Shikoku dog? Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken weight comparison:	Male: 44–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–49 pounds (16–22 kg)	Male: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg), Female: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)	Male: 88-176 lbs (40-80 kg), Female: 84-120 lbs (38-54 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg), Female: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)	Male: 132 pounds (60 kg), Female: 102 pounds (46 kg)
Height Which is taller, Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken? Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken height comparison:	Male: 19-23 inches (48-58 cm), Female: 15-19 inches (38-48 cm)	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21 inches (53 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken? Which is more expensive?	Unknown	$500-$800	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The Shikoku dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Tosa Ken is a commonly available dog breed.

Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken intelligence:	Smart: The Segugio Italiano dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken trainability comparison.	Segugio Italiano dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Shikoku dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken?	Segugio Italiano dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Shikoku dog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Segugio Italiano dogs are average defenders. See more.	Shikoku dog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken? Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Gentle Kind Adaptable	Agile Energetic Intelligent Loyal Brave Cautious	Sensitive Intelligent Aggressive Fearless Brave Suspicious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Segugio Italiano dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken?	High: Segugio Italiano dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Shikoku dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Tosa Ken dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken social needs comparison:	Segugio Italiano dogs are a social breed. See more.	Shikoku dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Segugio Italiano dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Shikoku dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Tosa Ken is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Segugio Italiano dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Shikoku dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken playfulness comparison:	The Segugio Italiano is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Shikoku dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Tosa Kens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken?	Low to Average: The Segugio Italiano rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Shikoku dog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Tosa Ken rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken?	It is not recommended to keep the Segugio Italiano breed in the home.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Shikoku dog indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tosa Ken breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Segugio Italiano dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Shikoku dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Tosa Ken dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken?	Segugio Italiano dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Shikoku dog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Tosa Ken dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Segugio Italiano bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shikoku dog bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Tosa Ken bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Segugio Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shikoku dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Tosa Ken has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken mouthiness comparison:	Segugio Italiano dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shikoku dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken health comparison. Which is the healthier: Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken?	Very healthy dog breed.	Shikoku dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Tosa Kens tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Bloat
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Segugio Italiano should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Shikoku dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Tosa Ken should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken lifespan comparison. How long do Segugio Italiano, Shikoku dog and Tosa Ken breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Segugio Italiano: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Shikoku dog: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Tosa Ken: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken? Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken energy level comparison:	Segugio Italiano dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Shikoku dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Tosa Ken dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Segugio Italiano dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Shikoku dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Tosa Ken dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken?	Segugio Italiano dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Shikoku dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Tosa Ken dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Segugio Italiano has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Shikoku dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Tosa Ken breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken coat comparison:	Wiry Smooth	Soft	Dense Hard
Colors What are the original Segugio Italiano, Shikoku dog and Tosa Ken color?	Blonde	Black Cream Black & Tan	Black Brown Fawn Yellow Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken? Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Segugio Italiano requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shikoku dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Tosa Ken requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken? Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or {name3 shedding:	Segugio Italiano dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shikoku dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken?	Medium ⏺ The Segugio Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shikoku dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tosa Ken has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Segugio Italiano is an average drooler. See more.	The Shikoku dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Tosa Ken is an average drooler. See more.

Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Segugio Italiano dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Shikoku dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Tosa Ken dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken? Which dog is more friendly?	Segugio Italiano dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Tosa Ken dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken?	Segugio Italiano dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Tosa Ken dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken?	Segugio Italiano dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Tosa Ken dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken?	Segugio Italiano dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Tosa Ken dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken?	Yes Segugio Italiano dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shikoku dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Tosa Ken dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Segugio Italiano is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shikoku dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Tosa Ken is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Segugio Italianos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Shikoku dogs are commonly okay with elderly people.	Tosa Kens are commonly okay with elderly people.

Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Segugio Italiano or Shikoku dog or Tosa Ken? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken?	Not really Segugio Italiano breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shikoku dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tosa Ken breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Segugio Italiano and Shikoku dog and Tosa Ken have?	3-6 puppies	4-6 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Segugio Italiano vs Shikoku dog vs Tosa Ken Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale United Kennel Club	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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