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Name	Tosa Ken	Tosa-Pei	Fila Tosa
Origins	Japan	Japan China	Japan Brazil
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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	Shar Tosa	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa? Which is the smallest dog, Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa?	Large Giant	Large Giant	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Tosa-Pei? Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa weight comparison:	Male: 88-176 lbs (40-80 kg), Female: 84-120 lbs (38-54 kg)	Male: 88-176 lbs (40-80 kg), Female: 84-120 lbs (38-54 kg)	90-110 pounds (41-50 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 132 pounds (60 kg), Female: 102 pounds (46 kg)	Male: 132 pounds (60 kg), Female: 102 pounds (46 kg)	100 pounds (45.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa? Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	Male: 26–30 inches (65–75 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 28 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (65 cm)

Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1000	Unknown	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa?	Average: The Tosa Ken is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Tosa-Pei is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Fila Tosa is a commonly available dog breed.

Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa 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.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Tosa-Pei dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Fila Tosa dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa?	Tosa Ken dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Tosa-Pei dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Fila Tosa dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa? 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.	Tosa-Pei dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Fila Tosa dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa? Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa behavior/temperament comparison:	Sensitive Intelligent Aggressive Fearless Brave Suspicious	Loving Independent Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Devoted Aggressive Fearless Brave Reserved Suspicious	Sensitive Courageous Intelligent Docile Obedient Loyal Aggressive Fearless Determined Brave Suspicious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Tosa-Pei 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa?	Average: Tosa Ken dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Tosa-Pei dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Fila Tosa dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa social needs comparison:	Tosa Ken dogs are a social breed. See more.	Tosa-Pei dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Fila Tosa 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.	Tosa-Pei dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Fila Tosa is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	Tosa-Pei dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Fila Tosa 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 Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa playfulness comparison:	Average: Tosa Kens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Tosa-Peis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Fila Tosas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa?	Low to Average: The Tosa Ken rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Tosa-Pei rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Fila Tosa 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 Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa?	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 Tosa-Pei indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Fila Tosa breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa 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: Tosa-Pei dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Fila Tosa dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Fila Tosa 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 Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Tosa Ken bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Tosa-Pei bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Fila Tosa 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.	Low 🔽 The Tosa-Pei has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Fila Tosa has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa mouthiness comparison:	Tosa Ken dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Tosa-Pei dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Fila Tosa dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa health comparison. Which is the healthier: Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa?	Tosa Kens tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Tosa-Peis are commonly healthy dogs.	Fila Tosas tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa health problems comparison:	Bloat	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Osteochondrosis Dissecans Glaucoma Seborrhea Cutaneous Mucinosis Fever Pyoderma	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Elbow Dysplasia
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.	Rare The Tosa-Pei should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Fila Tosa should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa lifespan comparison. How long do Tosa Ken, Tosa-Pei and Fila Tosa breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Tosa Ken: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Tosa-Pei: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Fila Tosa: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa?	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.	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 Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa? Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa energy level comparison:	Tosa Ken dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Tosa-Pei dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Fila Tosa dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Tosa Ken dogs exercise need is minimal.	Tosa-Pei dogs exercise need is minimal.	Fila Tosa dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa?	Tosa Ken dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Tosa-Pei dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Fila Tosa dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa?	4 to 7 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.	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? Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Tosa Ken breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Tosa-Pei breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Fila Tosa breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa coat comparison:	Dense Hard	Dense Hard	Dense Smooth Hard
Colors What are the original Tosa Ken, Tosa-Pei and Fila Tosa color?	Black Brown Fawn Yellow Brindle	Black Red Blue Cream Brown Fawn Yellow Brindle Apricot	Black Red Brown Fawn Yellow Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa? Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Tosa Ken requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Tosa-Pei doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Fila Tosa doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa? Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or {name3 shedding:	Tosa Ken dogs shed moderately. See more.	Tosa-Pei dogs are low shedders. See more.	Fila Tosa 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 Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa?	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 Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa?	Medium ⏺ The Tosa Ken has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tosa-Pei has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Fila Tosa 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 Tosa-Pei 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 Fila Tosa 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 Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa 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.	Tosa-Pei dogs are generally with other pets.	Fila Tosa dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa? Which dog is more friendly?	Tosa Ken dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Tosa-Pei dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Fila Tosa 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 Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa?	Tosa Ken dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Tosa-Pei dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Fila Tosa dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa?	Tosa Ken dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Tosa-Pei dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Fila Tosa dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa?	Tosa Ken dogs are not dog-friendly.	Tosa-Pei dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Fila Tosa dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa?	No Tosa Ken dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Tosa-Pei dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Fila Tosa dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Tosa Ken is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Tosa-Pei is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Fila Tosa 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.	Tosa-Peis are not the best breed for elderly people.	Fila Tosas are commonly okay with elderly people.

Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa 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: Tosa Ken or Tosa-Pei or Fila Tosa? 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: Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa?	Not really Tosa Ken breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tosa-Pei breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Fila Tosa 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.	No data available

Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa 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 Tosa-Pei and Fila Tosa have?	6-8 puppies	6-8 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Tosa Ken vs Tosa-Pei vs Fila Tosa 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?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	Dog Registry of America Inc.	No data available

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