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Workinggiant🌍 Japanwatchdog and guardian dog
Tosa
Quiet, courageous, loyal, reserved
Popularity
30
Japanese mastiff bred for sumo-style bouts; powerful, calm, and dignified with firm leadership.
Lifespan
10–12 years
Coat
short, dense, hard coat
Colors
red, fawn, brindle, black
Male height
24–32 in
Female height
22–30 in
Male weight
100–200 lb
Female weight
90–170 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
3
Trainability
3
Playfulness
2
Protectiveness
5
Prey drive
2
Barking
2
Household fit
Kid friendly
2
Apartment friendly
1
Novice owner friendly
1
Good with other dogs
2
Good with strangers
1
Care & environment
Shedding
2
Grooming
2
Drooling
3
Coat length
1
Exercise needs
3
Heat tolerance
3
Cold tolerance
2
