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Name	Tosa Ken	Rottweiler	Cane Corso
Origins	Japan	Germany	Italy
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Group	Guard Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Japanese Fighting Dog Japanese Mastiff Japanese Tosa Tosa Fighting Dog Tosa Ken Tosa Tōken Tosa Inu	Rott Rottie	Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Tosa Ken or Rottweiler or Cane Corso? Which is the smallest dog, Tosa Ken or Rottweiler or Cane Corso?	Large Giant	Large Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Tosa Ken or Rottweiler or Rottweiler? Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso weight comparison:	Male: 88-176 lbs (40-80 kg), Female: 84-120 lbs (38-54 kg)	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 132 pounds (60 kg), Female: 102 pounds (46 kg)	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Tosa Ken or Rottweiler or Cane Corso? Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)

Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Tosa Ken or Rottweiler or Cane Corso? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1000	$1200-$2000	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Tosa Ken or Rottweiler or Cane Corso?	Average: The Tosa Ken is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.

Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Tosa Ken or Rottweiler or Cane Corso? Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso behavior/temperament comparison:	Sensitive Intelligent Aggressive Fearless Brave Suspicious	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Cane Corso dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso?	Average: Tosa Ken dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso social needs comparison:	Tosa Ken dogs are a social breed. See more.	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Tosa Ken is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Cane Corso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Tosa Ken dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Cane Corso dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso playfulness comparison:	Average: Tosa Kens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso?	Low to Average: The Tosa Ken rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Cane Corso barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Tosa Ken or Rottweiler or Cane Corso?	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 Rottweiler indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Tosa Ken dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Cane Corso dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Tosa Ken or Rottweiler or Cane Corso?	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.	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Cane Corso 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 vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso health comparison. Which is the healthier: Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso?	Tosa Kens tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso health problems comparison:	Bloat	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Tosa Ken should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Cane Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso lifespan comparison. How long do Tosa Ken, Rottweiler and Cane Corso breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Tosa Ken: 11 years	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	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.

Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Tosa Ken or Rottweiler or Cane Corso?	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: If you are feeding a high-quality dry food, your Corso will probably eat 4 to 5 cups a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Tosa Ken breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cane Corso's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso coat comparison:	Dense Hard	Dense	Dense
Colors What are the original Tosa Ken, Rottweiler and Cane Corso color?	Black Brown Fawn Yellow Brindle	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Tosa Ken or Rottweiler or Cane Corso? Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Tosa Ken requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Tosa Ken or Rottweiler or Cane Corso? Tosa Ken or Rottweiler or {name3 shedding:	Tosa Ken dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Cane Corso 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: Tosa Ken or Rottweiler or Cane Corso?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso 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, Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso?	Medium ⏺ The Tosa Ken has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Tosa Ken is an average drooler. See more.	The Rottweiler 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 Cane Corso 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.

Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso Good With Comparison

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

Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Tosa Ken or Rottweiler or Cane Corso? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso?	Not really Tosa Ken breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cane Corso 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?	Yes 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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso 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 Tosa Ken and Rottweiler and Cane Corso have?	6-8 puppies	8-12 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Tosa Ken vs Rottweiler vs Cane Corso Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler Club	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. National Kennel Club

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