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Name	Thai Ridgeback	Tosa Ken	Transylvanian Hound
Origins	Thailand	Japan	Hungary
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Guard Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Mah Thai Lung Arn Thai Dog Mah Thai	Japanese Fighting Dog Japanese Mastiff Japanese Tosa Tosa Fighting Dog Tosa Ken Tosa Tōken Tosa Inu	Hungarian Hound Transylvanian Scent Hound Erdélyi kopó
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound? Which is the smallest dog, Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound?	Medium	Large Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Tosa Ken? Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound weight comparison:	51-75 pounds (23-34 kg)	Male: 88-176 lbs (40-80 kg), Female: 84-120 lbs (38-54 kg)	Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	63 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 132 pounds (60 kg), Female: 102 pounds (46 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound? Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	Male: 22–26 inches (55–66 cm), Female: 20–24 inches (50–61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$600-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound?	Average: The Thai Ridgeback is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Tosa Ken is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Transylvanian Hound is a commonly available dog breed.

Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound intelligence:	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.	Smart: The Transylvanian Hound dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound?	Thai Ridgeback dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Thai Ridgeback dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound? Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Familiar	Sensitive Intelligent Aggressive Fearless Brave Suspicious	Independent Protective Courageous Loyal Territorial Lively Quiet Determined Good natured Enduring
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Thai Ridgeback dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound?	Slightly Below Average: Thai Ridgeback dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average: Tosa Ken dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Transylvanian Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound social needs comparison:	Thai Ridgeback dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs are a social breed. See more.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Thai Ridgeback dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Tosa Ken is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Transylvanian Hound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Thai Ridgeback dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Transylvanian Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound playfulness comparison:	Average: Thai Ridgebacks, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Tosa Kens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Transylvanian Hound is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound?	Low to Average: The Thai Ridgeback rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Tosa Ken rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Transylvanian Hound barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound?	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 Thai Ridgeback indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tosa Ken breed.	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 Transylvanian Hound indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Thai Ridgeback dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Tosa Ken dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Transylvanian Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.	Transylvanian Hound 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.

Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Thai Ridgeback bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Tosa Ken bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Transylvanian Hound bite force: Ordinary.
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 Thai Ridgeback has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Tosa Ken has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Transylvanian Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound mouthiness comparison:	Thai Ridgeback dogs have a higher than 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.	Transylvanian Hound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound?	Thai Ridgebacks tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Tosa Kens tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound health problems comparison:	No data available	Bloat	Hip Dysplasia Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Thai Ridgeback 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.	Rare The Transylvanian Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Thai Ridgeback, Tosa Ken and Transylvanian Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Thai Ridgeback: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Tosa Ken: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Transylvanian Hound: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound?	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.

Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound? Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound energy level comparison:	Thai Ridgeback dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Tosa Ken dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Transylvanian Hound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Thai Ridgeback dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Tosa Ken dogs exercise need is minimal.	Transylvanian Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound?	Thai Ridgeback dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Tosa Ken dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cup 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? Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Thai Ridgeback has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Tosa Ken breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Transylvanian Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound coat comparison:	Smooth	Dense Hard	Dense Shiny Smooth Straight Coarse Flat Short
Colors What are the original Thai Ridgeback, Tosa Ken and Transylvanian Hound color?	Black Red Blue White Brown Brindle	Black Brown Fawn Yellow Brindle	Black Tan Brown Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound? Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Thai Ridgeback requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Tosa Ken requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Transylvanian Hound requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound? Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or {name3 shedding:	Thai Ridgeback dogs shed moderately. See more.	Tosa Ken dogs shed moderately. See more.	Transylvanian Hound 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: Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound 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, Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound?	Medium ⏺ The Thai Ridgeback has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tosa Ken has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Transylvanian Hound has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Thai Ridgeback is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Tosa Ken is an average drooler. See more.	The Transylvanian Hound is an average drooler. See more.

Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Thai Ridgeback dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Tosa Ken dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	Thai Ridgeback dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Tosa Ken dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are 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 Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound?	Thai Ridgeback dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Tosa Ken dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound?	Thai Ridgeback dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Tosa Ken dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound?	Thai Ridgeback dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Tosa Ken dogs are not dog-friendly.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound?	No Thai Ridgeback dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Tosa Ken dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Transylvanian Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Thai Ridgeback is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Tosa Ken is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Transylvanian Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Thai Ridgebacks are usually recommended for elderly people.	Tosa Kens are commonly okay with elderly people.	Transylvanian Hounds are commonly okay with elderly people.

Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound 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: Thai Ridgeback or Tosa Ken or Transylvanian Hound? 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.
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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: Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound?	Not really Thai Ridgeback 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.	Not really Transylvanian Hound 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.	Yes 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.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound 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 Thai Ridgeback and Tosa Ken and Transylvanian Hound have?	4-5 puppies	6-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Thai Ridgeback vs Tosa Ken vs Transylvanian Hound 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type - Hunting Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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