Have you ever thought about what exists today? the most dangerous dog breeds in the world? After all, on the streets every day we see a variety of domestic and stray dogs, whose intentions are impossible to predict. It would be unfair to blame dogs of individual breeds for potential threat or aggression towards humans. But it just so happens that some of man's four-legged friends have great potential to cause serious harm to life or health. The Big Rating magazine brings to your attention the most dangerous and aggressive dog breeds in the TOP 10 rating.
Chow chow
Country of Origin: China
Height: 45-55 cm
Weight: 20-35 kg
Chow-chows look like fluffy “teddy bears”, they are cute and cute. But their character is quite complex and full of nuances. By nature, Chow Chows are melancholic and behave measuredly and aloofly. Dogs of this breed recognize exclusively family members and do not trust strangers or unfamiliar people. When a stranger tries to pet a funny dog with a blue tongue that he likes, anger and aggression can replace the external serenity of the animal. Chow-chows are also ferocious in the role of protector of the owner. They often show hostility towards smaller animals. In rare cases, chow chows have been observed attacking owners, due to lack of regular exercise or out of boredom caused by lack of daily physical activity. Chow chows are also contraindicated for families with small children, as they do not tolerate children's pranks well and sometimes react very aggressively.
Papillon
Among small decorative dogs, the Papillon is particularly beautiful. Its large fluffy ears remind many of the wings of a butterfly, which is where the name of this breed comes from.
However, do not be fooled by the pretty appearance of Papillons. Many people give them the title of “most aggressive dogs” for a reason. Papillons do not like external stimuli, and those who disturb them or enter their territory can bite and bark painfully.
Doberman
Country of origin: Germany
Height: 63-72 cm
Weight: 32-45 kg
Dobermans are first-class guard dogs, so they can often be seen as service dogs. They are arrogant and have an elegant appearance. At the same time, Dobermans are powerful, strong and resilient. They are friendly towards their owners and love children. Dogs of this breed are prone to displays of anger and aggression due to their explosive temperament, and therefore pose a potential threat to humans. The danger lies in the strength and impressive size of the animal. Dobermans can be hostile towards other dogs and strangers. According to statistics of registered attacks on people by dogs of this breed, the cause is most often hostile actions directed at the owner of the Doberman. Unfortunately, Dobermans are overly loyal to their owner and distrustful of strangers, which sometimes leads to irreparable mistakes. A peculiar deviation of the breed is the birth of puppies with a strong bias towards cowardice or aggression. These are peculiar echoes of initial selection, which are also dangerous for others.
Dachshund
Another representative of hunting breeds is the dachshund. These cute “sausages with short legs” are known to everyone. Dachshunds were bred to hunt burrows, so keeping them in apartments means restraining their natural instincts.
Attention! Regular training and training can distract an animal from its natural desire to hunt. Don’t leave lessons on communicating with others “for later”! The sooner you teach your dog normal communication, the better the result will be.
Dachshunds without proper training become aggressive and attack other animals, children and adults. For this breed, classes on socialization and getting used to pets and strangers are simply necessary.
German boxer
Country of origin: Germany
Height: 53-63 cm
Weight: 25-30 kg
The German Boxer is a strong, stocky dog with a powerful, square head and a massive, strong jaw. Boxers are often used to guard livestock and property, and also as a guide for the blind. The dogs have an intimidating and aggressive appearance, although Boxers are energetic and playful in nature, they have a balanced temperament, good training abilities and excellent relationships with children. Boxers are smart, loyal and absolutely harmless to the owner, but extremely suspicious and distrustful of strangers. Although breeders managed to remove the initial aggression from German boxers, this did not rid the dog of the habit of chasing smaller animals and showing hostility towards strangers.
Siberian Husky
Country of origin: Russia
Height: 50-60 cm
Weight: 18-28 kg
An Eskimo sled dog with a lively and peaceful character. By nature, huskies are one of the most good-natured dog breeds in the world. And proper upbringing and early socialization make it completely incapable of harming a person. Huskies have a very quiet disposition; they even bark extremely rarely. Due to their excessive love and friendliness, these dogs greet even an intruder who enters the apartment like a best friend. But despite all their kindness, huskies can be dangerous. So, for example, their innate predatory instinct turns them into a threat to small animals. Lack of training and socialization is fraught with husky behavior showing aggression towards humans. The worst thing is that, according to statistics, 68% of all attacks by these dogs were committed on children.
Famous owners
The breed is very popular among government officials and artists.
Alabai Putin
On October 11, 2022, President of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov presented Russian President Vladimir Putin with an Alabai puppy, the country’s national treasure. The puppy was given the nickname Faithful, which characterizes his breed very well.
Asian Kadyrov
Ramzan Kadyrov is the owner of an Alabai named Tarzan, who lives at his residence in Grozny. In 2013, it happened that the dog ran away due to unclear circumstances. But she was found, and Kadyrov rejoiced at this event very sincerely, which shows what place the pet occupies in his life.
Anita Tsoi and her dogs
Anita took two Alabais at once - a red spotted boy, Yelash, and a white girl, Umka. She and her family dote on them. The singer says that her dogs are very friendly, but they treat strangers with caution and even a bit of aggression.
Anatoly Chubais and Jack with gold teeth
Chubais also has an alabai, but due to his busy schedule, he cannot spend as much time with it as he would like. It is known that SAOs are incredibly loyal dogs, and therefore Jack was very homesick for his owner. Because of this, he constantly gnawed at the metal mesh that covered the enclosure. So he damaged his two lower teeth.
Anatoly Chubais decided to put dentures on the dog. Until this moment, no one had performed such operations, so finding a specialist was difficult. Nevertheless, there was a prosthetist who took on such work. The total amount came out to be decent. $200 for each dental prosthesis, the cost of anesthesia, two visits home to examine Jack - all this totaled $1000.
As a result, we can say that Alabai are very difficult to raise and maintain. It is important to be aware of all the risks you are taking when choosing this breed. But if the upbringing goes correctly, then you will become the owner of a very loyal and disciplined dog.
Bull Terrier
Country of Origin: UK
Height: 53-56 cm
Weight: 23-32 kg
The breed is a mixture of the classic English bulldog, terrier and Dalmatian. The result of such selection was an animal with a terrifying appearance that cannot be confused with any other dog breed. The dog is very active and needs long walks and active games. Conscientious and friendly upbringing makes the Bull Terrier a devoted companion dog, without the slightest hint of aggression towards humans. The bull terrier was included in the ranking of the most dangerous breeds due to its powerful muscles, incredibly strong jaw and the famous “death grip”. A muscular dog with strong legs, it recognizes only one owner. But she is able to protect him and herself, thanks to her powerful jaw and deadly bites. The Bull Terrier cannot be called friendly towards other animals.
Dogo Canario
Country of origin: Spain
Height: 56-68 cm
Weight: 45-60 kg
The Dogo Canary initially acted as a shepherd and cattle guard, and today it has turned into an ordinary pet, capable of responsibly guarding the territory entrusted to it. With a strong build, powerful limbs, a menacing appearance and enormous strength, this dog is not particularly prone to aggression. Dogo Canarios love their owners and their family, but are extremely intolerant of strangers. The dog itself is phlegmatic and not prone to fights, but in the event of an immediate threat to the owner, it fiercely rushes to defense. It is the excessive affection and boundless love of dogs of this breed for their owner that turns them into a powerful weapon in the hands of a mentally unbalanced person.
Hungarian Kuvasz
This beautiful and amazing breed was developed in Hungary, and was originally intended to guard livestock.
Dog handlers note that it is precisely because of its wayward nature that the dog is not very popular among dog breeders, and is mainly used for official purposes. To prevent the Kuvasz from showing natural aggression, it must be purposefully trained and, most importantly, socialized before the age of 3.
Despite their aggressiveness and fearlessness, Hungarian dogs are very loyal to their owner.
German Shepherd
Country of origin: Germany
Height: 55-65 cm
Weight: 22-40 kg
German Shepherds are smart, strong, physically active and fearless. These dogs need an active lifestyle, walks and games. Due to their ability to get along with multiple owners, German Shepherds are ideal as service dogs. They are excellent companions and guards. Intelligence, aggressiveness, vigilance and fearlessness made the shepherd the best guard and police dog. Despite their high level of intelligence and balanced character, German shepherds also belong to the category of the most dangerous dogs, since when furious they are capable of causing serious injury to a person. The most common reasons for inappropriate behavior in representatives of this breed are poor training and lack of socialization.
Kohati-gulter
The breed is used for dog fighting
The breed comes from Pakistan. It is especially popular in the city of Kohat, which is why it got its name.
Goulter is the ancestor of such a breed as the Gul-Dong. The latter is considered the most dangerous in the world; in Russia it is included in the list of prohibited ones. As for the Kohati Gultera, the animal never gained popularity outside its homeland. The breed is not registered by any cynological organizations.
The Pakistani fighter is very large and durable. Males grow up to 70 cm at the withers, maximum weight is 65 kg. Representatives of the breed are kept exclusively in private homes, used as guards and closely monitored to ensure that the dog does not end up outside the gate. If the hulter somehow manages to escape into the street, the people who get in his way will come to an end. This white dog is distinguished by its choleric character and wild anger. An enraged Kohachi attacks fiercely and quickly, without hesitation.
And a little thing can anger a dog with such a temperament. But those who were nearby at the wrong time will have to pay.
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Country of origin: Russia
Height: 64-75 cm
Weight: 40-80 kg
“Caucasian” is a powerful, large dog, fearless and decisive. The breed is very popular in Russia due to its excellent watchdog qualities, endurance and intelligence. The Caucasian Shepherd Dog is quite trainable, but, like many other guard dog breeds, it is wary and hostile towards strangers. In combination with the strong-willed character, size and strength of the dog, the shepherd’s desire to protect the owner or defend the territory can lead to inflicting injuries to a person that are incompatible with life. For a Caucasian Shepherd dog rushing into a fight, there are no barriers and therefore 60% of attacks end in death. Proper training and timely socialization stop inappropriate behavior and turn “Caucasians” into ideal protectors of owners, animals or property.
Rottweiler
Country of origin: Germany
Height: 56-68 cm
Weight: 42-50 kg
The breed is very popular and distributed throughout the world. The Rottweiler is a large, superbly built, energetic, courageous and assertive animal with a strong jaw. Since Rottweilers are primarily protectors, they tend to establish contact and obey one person; the dog classifies everyone else as a stranger and treats them with great suspicion. Such a dog, in case of real or imaginary danger, becomes angry, aggressive and, when attacked, is capable of causing serious wounds and injuries. Rottweilers have an extremely powerful bite and without proper training and timely socialization, these dogs are a danger to society. According to statistics, most Rottweiler attacks occur due to the negligence of their owners. As for wild representatives of the breed, it is better not to come across them at all.
Brazilian Fila
Fila are beautiful, but extremely aggressive
The Fila Brasileiro or Brazilian Mastiff, as this breed is also called, is extremely aggressive and is banned in many countries. The dog's homeland, as the name suggests, is Brazil. The ancestors of modern dogs are bloodhounds and English bulldogs and mastiffs.
As a result of crossing the listed breeds, the Brazilian mastiff appeared. A large, tough and vicious dog that poses a danger to others. Imagine a dog, 70-75 cm tall at the withers, and weighing 80 kg. Moreover, with a huge head, powerful body, strong jaws. The horror comes from one picture drawn by the imagination.
Fila Brasileiros can only be kept in their own home; representatives of the breed are completely unsuitable for living in an apartment. The problem is that the fila will protect its territory from the invasion of strangers. A dog considers everything that its paw steps on to be territory. An apartment, a staircase, an entrance, a street where a representative of the breed is walking.
If a Brazilian mastiff comes to the conclusion that there is a stranger on its territory, there will be trouble. The dog attacks sharply and quickly, and in a rage becomes simply uncontrollable. It is unlikely that ordinary passers-by will want to become victims of a huge dog who has decided that a public street is his personal territory.
American Pit Bull Terrier
Country of Origin: USA
Height: 40-49 cm
Weight: 14-36 kg
The most dangerous dog breed in the world, and for good reason, is the American Pit Bull Terrier. The history of the breed itself speaks volumes: pit bulls were bred to bait bulls and bears, and later they began to pit each other against each other in underground fights. The pit bull is prone to aggression at the genetic level, quickly becomes ferocious, and in a fight goes to the end. The breed is registered in the IKS, is prohibited in most countries of the European Union, and in the rest it is kept according to a specially created series of strict rules. This is far from the most successful dog for inexperienced dog lovers, but it is an ideal guardian of any private property, capable of protecting it from life-or-death attacks. The pit bull is a powerful, resilient, brave and aggressive dog, and without proper training, it is also the most evil. These dogs simply need extensive and regular training to curb their aggression. A pit bull is capable of attacking a child even without provocation. Dogs of this breed need a firm hand and persistent training, otherwise, even in relation to the owner, he will be inadequate and aggressive. With proper training, a pit bull turns into a calm, cheerful dog, loyal and playful.
Finally, I would like to add that the presence of a particular breed in this rating does not give each of its representatives the status of the most evil dog in the world. Very often, improper upbringing and cruelty can turn a small mongrel into an evil monster, and a patient owner, with the help of love and training, will nurture a reliable companion out of an evil pit bull. Therefore, when choosing a four-legged friend, remember the genetically inherent characteristics of the dog’s character and adequately assess your strengths and capabilities in raising it.
Keeping an angry dog at home
The rules for keeping an aggressive dog at home differ little from the recommendations applicable to friendly animals:
- Any purebred dog must be well-mannered and socialized.
- The barking of the most evil dogs (and not only) should not disturb the neighbors.
- An aggressive pet should not appear on the street without a muzzle, a leash and the accompaniment of the owner.
The ranking of the most evil dogs is very ambiguous. Although it includes mainly representatives of guard and fighting breeds, the greatest danger in reality is posed by small ornamental pets that are not burdened with upbringing.
