Top 10 dog breeds with the strongest bite: rating of those with a “death grip”

Rottweiler

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has already advocated for the danger of the breed.
Rottweiler attacks are the cause of death every year. Cases are known in Russia and abroad. The bite force of a Rottweiler is higher than that of a German Shepherd, reaching 1460 N. It is important to train the dog, otherwise the pile of power will turn into a huge danger for the owners and others

Rottweiler breeders should take into account the dogs’ unmotivated aggression, which is not recognized as the norm. They try to prevent aggressive representatives of the breed from breeding so that this property is not passed on to new puppies. At the same time, dogs often become pets and calmly tolerate children's antics.

Consider the incredible endurance of the breed described. This is considered a virtue, but when attacked it turns a person sideways. The same goes for strength.

It is important not to skip dog training courses when raising your dog regularly

Kangal

This breed is a Turkish guard dog and has a bite power of 1800 N. This is where the Kangal is superior to other breeds. The dog is not aggressive, but without training it is capable of attacking any stranger at the slightest threat. However, the pet is infinitely loyal to its owner.

Knowing the strength of your pet’s bite is useful even for dog breeders without fighting tendencies, since knowing your pet’s capabilities will help prevent many injuries and even a tragic outcome. It is important to remember that even a well-mannered and calm dog can cause irreparable damage to a person if provoked or angered.

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Character traits

There is a firmly entrenched stereotype in society that bull terriers are angry, unbalanced dogs prone to aggressive behavior.

However, despite their fighting past, they are cheerful, affectionate, playful and friendly animals, distinguished by their devotion and ability to find a common language with all family members.

Representatives of this breed are not characterized by aggression towards people. Such behavior has always been considered a serious fault and individuals in which it was observed were rejected.

Bull Terriers are smart and quick-witted dogs. They are easy to train, but can sometimes be stubborn.

Therefore, it is important to raise your pet correctly from an early age.

These dogs do not tolerate loneliness well. Out of boredom and idleness, he begins to look for a way out of his irrepressible energy through damage to property.

They need physical activity, regular active walks, including elements of training, running and other activities that allow them to get rid of energy and stay fit.

Bull Terriers will be excellent pets for active people who love sports and enjoy running. The owner of a bull terrier must be an experienced dog breeder with strong nerves, leadership qualities, patience and perseverance.

Expert opinion

Kozhevin Semyon Kirillovich

Expert dog handler.

Bull Terriers are a serious breed of dog, which, like no other, requires competent education and early socialization. Without training it is impossible to raise a well-mannered and balanced dog. If the owner is irresponsible in raising the pet, bull terriers grow up to be aggressive, extravagant and uncontrollable animals that can pose a danger to others.

Huskies and Malamutes

Surprisingly, representatives of the most beautiful breeds are included in the list of dangerous ones! Malamutes and Huskies are often seen together. These are excellent sled dogs, distinguished by:

• increased energy,
• attractive appearance,
• working qualities - the predator instinct is active.

Pet attacks on people are rare and therefore dangerous. We don’t expect any tricks from friendly breeds, but we should understand: as long as a living creature has claws and teeth, the animal is a priori dangerous! It is important to carefully approach the content and education, reducing the risk of such an attack.

If you compare huskies and malamutes, the former are more dangerous. Huskies are working animals, socialization is not developed as the main quality. The Alaskan Malamute is a sled breed that displays its character by hunting small animals. Be careful when choosing your pet and nursery.

Rottweiler

More of a bodyguard than a watchman. He is people-oriented and needs their company. Order is strictly maintained in the controlled territory.

Self-possessed, calm, adequate, independent in decision-making. This breed requires a strict but friendly atmosphere and careful training. An excellent companion for adults and older children. The Rottweiler is friendly towards children, but may not distinguish between rough play and may react too violently. Compression force - 146 kg.

An excellent sense of smell, lightning-fast reaction, sensitive ears and strong jaws are the hallmarks of the breed. Just add here a remarkable intelligence, love for work and learning - and we get the ideal dog.

The shepherd dog does not choose one owner; it obeys all family members perfectly. She must have a job - guard the house, look after the children, accompany the owner. Without this, she gets bored and the dog's character deteriorates. The force of teeth pressure is from 120 to 315 kg.

Don't forget about pit bulls, bull terriers and American Staffordshire terriers. The jaw strength of these dogs is 120 kg or more. They have a strong grip, quick reaction, and are extremely maneuverable. It won't be easy to escape from them. However, dogs of these breeds, with adequate training, are absolutely not hostile to humans and will not attack without a serious reason.

It is impossible to say for sure which breed has the strongest jaw in a dog. There are dozens of breeds in the world that are suitable for protection. And a representative of any of them in a dangerous situation can set a record that no one will know about.

They are able to chew through steel, bite through a huge crocodile or bite through the thick skin of a hippopotamus... Let's look into the mouths of those who are capable of this thanks to their powerful jaws.

Photos and text by Alexey Osokin

1. Let's start, of course, with lions. These incredibly beautiful and graceful cats are real killing machines. No one can feel calm when they are around them. Lions even attack adult hippos. Nothing is impossible for them. At the same time, the bite force of a lion by African standards is very small - only about 40-50 atmospheres.

2. Cheetahs cannot boast of the strongest bite, but incredibly sharp fangs and incisors leave no chance for the prey...

3. Note: The cheetah's head is designed by nature so that most of it is occupied by the respiratory system, allowing it to run at great speed. There was no room left for big teeth.

4. Another cat that can kill an animal significantly larger than itself, and then drag the carcass up a tree - a leopard.

5. In terms of bite force, a leopard is the strongest cat in Africa - according to various sources, from 100 to 125 atmospheres.

6. The hippopotamus has the most powerful jaws. And although it feeds mainly on grass, the hippopotamus needs a powerful jaw for battles with other hippos and for protection from predators. They are said to be able to bite a huge crocodile in two. The bite force of these fatties reaches 125 atmospheres.

7. There are legends about the power of the crocodile’s jaws. And for good reason. These cutest creatures have a bite force of 340 atmospheres and this is the highest among all African animals.

9. Hyenas easily chew through strong bones and are even able to chew through the steel bars of cages.

10. The force of a hyena’s bite, according to various sources, ranges from 70 to 90 atmospheres, but incredibly strong and sharp teeth give the power to the bite.

Ecology

Below is a list of the ten animals with the most powerful bite forces in the animal kingdom. There are animals that should also have been on this list, but they are not here due to the lack of research into the strength of their bite due to the problematic or expensive nature of this measure.

A notable exception is the great white shark, however, there is only theoretical data. The Tasmanian devil appears to have the most powerful bite relative to its body size (about 14 atmospheres).

Golden mean

Knowing the aspects that influence the bite, you can understand that the strongest jaws are in dogs of those breeds that have a fairly large head with a wide opening of the jaws. In addition, the guard must have a sufficient level of aggression and courage to use his formidable weapon in battle. It was this rule that guided people when they bred protective guard breeds to protect people and their property. In addition, guard dogs must have a calm disposition, be easy to train, and be devoted to the owner’s family. An overly excitable dog does not respond well to commands and can turn from a protector into a source of problems.

Doberman

Dobermans stand out among their relatives for their loyalty and intelligence. It shows an aggressive character only in rare cases. Facts of attacks by Dobermans were noted when the owner or his property was in danger.

A rather strong appearance combined with aggression makes representatives of this breed potentially dangerous to others, but with proper upbringing they grow into excellent guards.

Bite force is a very important characteristic for any animal, because it is thanks to it that the animal not only seeks food, but also defends itself from enemies. We invite you to get acquainted with the list of the most powerful bites in the animal kingdom. Who do you think will be in first place?

Who do you think will be in first place?

1. 25th place - Killer whale, PSI: 19000 - unknown Scientists have still not been able to find out the exact force of the killer whale bite. There are only assumptions that the bite force of a killer whale can exceed 19,000 PSI.

2. 24th place – Piranha, PSI: unknown

The bite force of this small fish is 30 times its body weight. Although the exact strength of its bite is also still unknown.

3. 23rd place - Leopard, PSI: 300-310 One of the five "big cats" of the panther genus, known for its athleticism and speed. You should avoid meeting a leopard, as it is almost impossible to escape from it.

4. 22nd place – Tiger shark, PSI: 325 This marine inhabitant is considered one of the most dangerous predators of the ocean. In fact, the bite force of a tiger shark is only 325.

5. 21st place – Wild Dog, PSI: 340 Although the appearance of this animal is a little unsightly, in terms of bite it is not much inferior to pumas.

6. 20th place – Puma, PSI: 350 Puma is not only one of the fastest animals, but also has a strong bite. Thanks to their muscular jaws and long fangs, cougars can easily bite into meat, tendons and muscles.

7. 19th place – Wolf, PSI: 406 Wolves are excellent hunters, and their bite force is 406 PSI.

8. 18th place – Mastiff, PSI: 556 It is mastiffs, and not pit bulls or Rottweilers, that have the strongest bite among domesticated dogs.

9. 17th place – White shark, PSI: 669 The bite of sharks is not very strong, but they don’t really need it, because they inflict the main damage with their teeth.

10. 16th place - Leo, PSI: 691 The lion's bite is not the strongest and therefore it is only in 16th place on our list.

11. 15th place – Jaguar, PSI: 700

Jaguars have the strongest bite relative to body weight of any cat family.

12. 14th place – Brown bear, PSI: 850 The brown bear has a bite force reaching 850 PSI.

13. 13th place - Kodiak, PSI: 930 Kodiak is the largest subspecies of brown bear and one of the largest representatives of the bear genus.

14. 12th place – Amur tiger, PSI: 950 Amur tigers boast powerful jaws and very sharp teeth.

15. 11th place – Cayman turtle, PSI: 1000 The bite force of a snapping turtle reaches 1000 PSI.

16. 10th place – Bengal tiger, PSI: 1050 The largest representatives of the cat family are famous for their strength and power.

17. 9th place – Hyena, PSI: 1100 This not cute animal has teeth specially adapted for eating rough food and crushing large bones.

18. 8th place – Polar bear, PSI: 1235 These are one of the strongest and most resilient mammals on the planet and have a very powerful bite.

19. 7th place – Grizzly Bear, PSI: 1250 These majestic animals have very strong teeth.

20. 6th place - Blunt shark, PSI: 1250 This predator is considered one of the most vicious and deadly in the world, and its bite is in third place on our list.

Are you interested in knowing what the top strongest dogs in the world look like? It's always interesting what living beings are capable of: it's almost always much more than we can imagine.

And this is interesting, because it makes us understand: we ourselves can do much more than we think.

Especially if we observe animals as close to us as a dog.

First, it’s logical to look at the facts. The Guinness Book has established records for the strength of dogs. In 1978, a four-year-old St. Bernard named Raittes Brandy Bear

(Rayttes Brandy Bear) dragged a load of 2,905 kg placed on a cart five meters.

This is a record for the weight moved by a four-legged pet.

In 1979, a Newfoundland (or diver) named Barbara Allens Dark Hans

(Barbara Allens Dark Hans) mastered a load of 2289 kilograms

. This is less than the previous record, you ask? Which is the strongest dog in the world between these two strongmen?

The St. Bernard weighed 80 kg, and the Newfoundland weighed only 44. In terms of the ratio of body weight to the weight moved, the second record holder, namely the Newfoundland Barbara Allens Dark Hans, is considered the strongest.

Danish hound

The German Mastiff (Great Dane) is a breed known for its dimensions:

• The height of males reaches 90 cm.
• The height of the bitches varies from 72 to 84 cm.
• Weight is about 80-90 kg.

Ideally, the dog has a strong disposition and does not provoke provocation by showing aggression. However, the dimensions of the Great Dane indicate its ability to harm a person, especially a child. The beast is so large and massive that it can easily knock down an adult man. There won't be any injuries. What if you meet an unbalanced representative from Germany? Just imagine the dimensions of the largest dogs recorded:

1. Giant George from Arizona (USA). The dog's height was 110 cm and its weight was 111 kg! The Great Dane died at the age of 7 for reasons unknown to the world.
2. Zeus from Michigan (USA). Zeus's height was 111 cm and his weight was 75 kg. The dog also died early - at the age of 5. Dogs, in principle, do not live long - 6-7 years.

Top 10 most powerful dogs in the world

The strongest dogs are those that combine a death grip, muscle strength and endurance. There are many more than 10 such dogs, and it is quite difficult to single out the absolute leader. Among them there are both large animals and those of medium size. The table shows the top 10 strongest dogs in the world.

Saint Bernard

The most physically strong dogs are also German, Caucasian and Central Asian shepherds, bully-cuta, Staffordshire terrier, husky, malamute, and pit bull.

There are also record holders who possessed remarkable strength. In the 1970s, four-year-old St. Bernard Raittes Brandy Bear dragged a load weighing 2.905 tons over a distance of 5 m. A year later, the Newfoundland was able to carry a load weighing 2.289 tons. This dog is a champion in the ratio of load to body weight.

Brazilian Mastiff

Otherwise, the dog is called Fila Brasileiro. Wariness and aggression in dogs are in their genes. However, we are talking about strangers who are perceived a priori as dangerous. The breed has a sharp temperament, and it is dangerous for such an animal to become suspicious.

Due to their temperament, Brazilian Mastiffs are prohibited for breeding and keeping in some countries. The best protection for a person is to completely limit contact with Fila Brasileiro. Dogs are used as guards, protectors and hunters.

If you like the breed, try to follow the rules:

1. regularly engage in education, attend training classes;
2. try not to invite strangers into your home;
3. if there are often guests in the house, create an enclosure for the mastiff to temporarily stay;
4. check whether the breed is prohibited for keeping in the country or region.

Nine Dogs with the Most Powerful Grips

A bite from even a small, non-fighting dog can cause a lot of trouble. But there are breeds that have maximum jaw clenching force - an attack by such animals poses a real threat to life.

Rottweiler

The strength of the jaws of Rottweilers has already been mentioned above - the average compression of their jaw is 1500 N (or 150 kgf). The bite of representatives of this breed is dangerous not only for its strength, but also for the specificity of its teeth: when attacking, the dog inflicts deep lacerations and tears out pieces of flesh.

Rottweilers have a scissor bite (the upper jaw covers the lower jaw), which allows dogs to easily tear out pieces of meat when biting.

American Staffordshire Terrier

Amstaffords began to be bred specifically to participate in brutal dog fights. The breed turned out to be aggressive and hardy. Without careful training, the Staffordshire Terrier will pose a threat to everyone, including its owners. The force of jaw compression in adult dogs of this breed is 1250 N.

The main effort when biting Staffords is aimed at jerking, that is, “tearing off” a piece from the bitten object (that is, their goal during an attack is to tear apart their victim)

Pit bull terrier

Pit bulls are so dangerous that keeping them is illegal in many countries. The reason is that dogs are difficult to control, and their outbursts of aggression occur instantly. The clenching force of the jaws is 1350 N. This is less than that of a Rottweiler, but there are more cases of fatal danger from pit bull terrier bites, since these dogs, sensing blood, stop hearing the owner’s commands and tear their victim like a shark.

According to Russian health statistics for 2022, pit bulls were involved in 217 out of 569 cases of attacks by domestic dogs on people. Moreover, in half of the episodes the victims are children.

News Agency "Russian Seven"

When attacking, the pit bull knocks the enemy down and “tightly” holds him without loosening his grip

Doberman

The bite power of a Doberman is greater than that of a pit bull - 1430 N. But there are still fewer deaths after an attack by this dog, since the breed is considered less aggressive and better trainable. Doberman Pinschers are often used as police dogs to hunt down dangerous criminals who resist law enforcement.

It’s not easy to hide from the teeth of an angry Doberman, because the animal can accelerate to 35–38 km/h

Pitbull

We are talking about the American Pit Bull Terrier and the breeds:

• The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is considered a companion, but was previously used for brutal fighting and baiting rats. It is important that the pet does not have aggressive qualities. Otherwise, the dog is dangerous to family members.
• The American Bulldog in America is considered especially dangerous. Used as a working breed, boar hunter, and often deals with cattle. Due to their developed guard qualities, dogs show superiority by force. We need to work on obedience.
• The American Staffordshire Terrier is suitable for a person who has already dealt with dogs. Representatives of pit bulls strive for independence and can be aggressive. It is advisable to focus on varied loads and work with a dog handler.

Grizzly bear

Bite force – 81 atmospheres

This North American subspecies of brown bear is known for its incredible size and aggression. Despite its large size, a grizzly bear can reach speeds of up to 56 km/h. They feed mainly on berries and nuts, but also hunt. In Yellowstone National Park, they were spotted and filmed while hunting game.

Grizzlies are considered more aggressive than other bears. It is believed that due to their size, these bears cannot climb trees, which is why they developed this protective mechanism to get food for themselves. This is likely the same evolutionary path that gave the bear its powerful jaws, which help it defend against wolves and other attackers.

They can weigh from 270 to 450 kg. They can pose a danger to humans if frightened or if they are with cubs, but in general they rarely, if ever, hunt humans.

Akita Inu

The danger from Akita most often comes from males. They are dominant and try to become dominant in all areas of life. But the owner – the man – must act as the head! This is extremely difficult in modern society, when the animal is kept in a city apartment and there is rarely contact with it, not to mention rare and short-term walks. It is easier not to re-educate the Akita Inu breed, but to initially protect it from aggressive behavior.

1. Try not to introduce your dog into an unfamiliar environment.
2. If you travel with an Akita, support the dog and be there.
3. Keep your dog and children safe from each other. More often than not, what is said concerns other people's children.
4. Do not let friends or strangers approach the dog.
5. Akita's attack is to protect itself, the owner, and food.
6. Engage in training - let the dog not rush in case of defense, but make a grab.

Features of choosing a really strong dog

Training is very important.
However, you should not think that it is the strength of the bite that makes the dog strong. In fact, if you calculate the bite force of a toy terrier, it can give odds to many giants. After all, his teeth are sharp, and the area of ​​his jaws is very small.

Curious! The bite force of hyenas is simply enormous - about 5000 N, more than that of lions and tigers.

But, of course, for objectivity, it is necessary to take into account not only the strength of the bite, but also the general power of the dog, the genetically inherent habit of inflicting terrible injuries. Finally, the dog must have a powerful neck so that it can securely hold the captured victim. Therefore, it is perhaps simply impossible to name the strongest dog.

Each breeder must choose a dog individually, depending on who exactly he wants to get - a watchman, a security guard, a fighter or an assistant.

A dog with powerful jaws is a potential source of danger

And you need to treat her with extreme caution, making sure to place special emphasis on education and training.

How is jaw strength measured in dogs, why know this parameter

The bite force of a bull terrier or other dog cannot be measured at home - this requires special equipment, which is available to specialists. First, they have to anger the dog so that it can bite the proposed armband with a sensor as hard as possible. The bite indicator is immediately displayed on the screen.

Why do you need to know this parameter at all? This is important for owners of fighting and service dogs - if the dog has an insufficiently powerful bite, this is a serious defect - it will not be able to effectively perform its function.

Chow chow

The soft and fluffy animal Chow Chow is far from harmless, as pet owners claim. Everyone wants to assure others that their pet is the best, but you need to adequately face the truth. Chow is not a toy for children. The appearance of a cute animal is deceiving.

This is what the famous dog handler and dog trainer Cesar Millan said about which dog breeds bites are the most painful and dangerous for people.

German Shepherd

This breed is considered one of the most dangerous for humans. According to dog experts, the jaw clenching force of an average two-year-old German Shepherd weighing approximately 27 kilograms can range from 180 to 315 kilograms per square centimeter.

Dogs of this breed are capable of attacking both smaller animals and people. They react sharply to any “provocation” from the outside and are always ready to defend their territory, and not only from strangers. Such a dog will easily break your arms and legs or tear out a piece from any part of your body.

A case was recently reported of a German Shepherd attacking its 35-year-old owner at home. Two days later, the woman died from the bites.

Bullmastiff

This relatively large breed of dog was once bred as a guard dog. Bullmastiffs have always been highly aggressive, and the bite force of an adult dog is approximately 175 kilograms.

Not long ago, in New Jersey, a bullmastiff that escaped from its owners became the killer of a 13-year-old teenager. A little later, another bullmastiff killed a young man who stood up for a girl who was attacked by a dog.

Rottweiler

Dogs of this breed have almost fantastic strength and endurance. At the same time, they are called “butcher dogs.” Rottweilers are excellent at protecting their territory, but if they are not properly trained, they can become extremely dangerous. In Poland, Ireland and Portugal, dogs of this breed are not officially recommended to be kept.

According to experts, the clenching force of a Rottweiler's jaws can reach 146 kilograms. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Rottweilers were responsible for half of all dog bite deaths in the United States from 1993 to 1996.

Doberman

The bite power of an average Doberman is about 142 kilograms. Doberman Pinschers were previously often used in police service. The peculiarity of this breed, according to Cesar Millan, is that its representatives can show aggression towards strangers, but extremely rarely towards their owners. And yet there are exceptions. For example, in 2011 in the USA, a Doberman dog bit its owner to death.

Pit bull terrier

Today, this dog breed is considered one of the most aggressive and dangerous in the world, says Millan. The force of compression of its jaws is about 126 kilograms per square centimeter, and a pit bull’s bite is often fatal. These dogs are actively used in dog fighting, they help the police in searching for drugs, and perform guard functions. However, in many countries, ownership of dogs of this breed is prohibited by law. The fact is that if a Pit Bull Terrier is not trained enough, it is difficult to control it.

A study conducted from 2001 to 2005 by the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia found that during that period, 137 of 269 cases of dog attacks on people involved pit bulls. Moreover, in more than half of the episodes the victims were children.

Staffordshire Terrier

The jaw strength of this dog breed is legendary. According to experts, the bite power of the staff is about 120 kilograms. These dogs are specially trained for dog fighting. But they can also be aggressive towards people if they see them as a threat.

However, in almost all cases where dogs of these breeds harmed people, they were not properly trained, adds Cesar Millan. With proper training, the likelihood of an animal's uncontrolled behavior is practically reduced to zero.

Dogo Canario and Dogo Argentino

Beautiful and large dogs of the Great Dane subspecies can be loyal, gentle and patient, or stubborn and embittered. There are not many cases of attacks by the breed, but dogs never cease to excite people’s minds. Fatal attacks are especially frightening. If you are still alive or only require medical attention, this is a reason to rejoice in your luck.

• The Dogo Canario was bred as a fighting dog. The beast developed ruthlessness towards animals and people. Breeding the breed freely is not only dangerous, but is also prohibited in some regions. Why take the risk of purchasing an animal?
• The Dogo Argentino is strong and muscular. The dog is designed to hunt wild boars. During the removal, aggression towards the person was actively eliminated, which does not always help relieve tension among passers-by. In the UK, for example, owning a Dogo Argentino is prohibited!

Whose bite is the most powerful and whose grip is the strongest?

Kangal

Which breed has the strongest bite? In terms of jaw pressure power, the Kangal is the leader among all breeds - the compression of its teeth is 176 atmospheres. (at) This is a guard breed native to Türkiye. For a long time, Kangals were used to protect sheep flocks from wolves, bears and other predators. The following dog breeds have outstanding jaw strength:

English Mastiff

• English Mastiff. The clenching force of his teeth is 131 at. Representatives of this breed rarely use their natural potential, because they lack aggression. They are affectionate towards children, obedient, gentle and devoted to their owners.
• Rottweiler. Representatives of this breed are not in vain used by the police - the bite force of its teeth is 77 atmospheres.

French Bulldog

• French Bulldog. A dog of medium height with pronounced watchdog qualities and a jaw grip of 72 at. The French Bulldog's teeth are positioned so that the upper incisors are positioned behind the lower incisors when the mouth is closed.
• Doberman. The power of his teeth when grabbing is 58 at. Dobermans grow up to 72 cm at the withers. With proper upbringing, these dogs respond adequately to external stimuli, get along with small children and do not show aggression unless necessary.

German Shepherd

• German Shepherd. The pressure of her teeth during capture is 56 atmospheres. This is enough to break a bone in the body of a person or animal.
• American pit bull. The bite force of an American pit bull is 55.5 at. This is a breed with impressive muscle mass, which was used in dog fighting without rules.
• Dutch Shepherd. The pressure when biting this dog is 52 at. The Dutch Shepherd is used in law enforcement agencies, because these animals are distinguished by their quick reaction, sharp mind and endurance.

Tosa Inu

Breeds with a certain body and skull structure also have a strong grip. Dogs of medium height with a wide, short neck and powerful paws also have strong jaws. The death grip of the teeth of the Staffordshire Terrier, Tosa Inu, American Bandog, and Bull Terrier is due to the structure of the head, in which the size of the cranial region is approximately equal to the jaw. This ensures a deep and strong grip.

Not with just teeth

Which dog bites the hardest? The one that really wants to bite. It looks like a joke, but only partly. The strongest jaws in dogs are not a guarantee that they will be used. There are breeds in which aggression is genetically absent - Labrador, Golden Retriever. Although they are not inferior in strength and weight to the German Shepherd, these dogs are not capable of attacking humans.

Among representatives of guard breeds, it is rare, but still there are good-natured specimens that do a poor job of protecting their owner or property. In this case, the problem lies in education; under the guidance of an experienced dog handler, it is possible to awaken the inherent potential in a Rottweiler or black terrier.

Top 10 Breeds with the Strongest Bite

1. Kangal - takes first place in the ranking because its bite is 743 pounds per 1 square meter. inch. The breed originates from Turkey, and its representatives are considered one of the strongest defenders of the domestic flock from wolves, bears and jackals.

2. Doberman Pinscher – This breed bites with a force of 600 lb/sq. inch. They can be large and medium-sized, but regardless of size they are always strong, smart and vigilant. For these qualities, pets are often used for guard purposes.

3. The English Mastiff is a giant, distinguished by its amazing calmness. But these qualities don't stop it from biting with a force of 556 psi. inch, thereby destroying your enemies.

4. The Rottweiler is a very hardy dog, which was originally engaged in transporting heavy loads, so it had to endure loads for a long time. In addition, he is an excellent guard with a lightning-fast reaction to danger and fearlessness. The Rottweiler's bite force is 328 psi. inch.

5. The American Bulldog is a strong and powerful dog, with a strong build, a large head and a muscular body. Thanks to its fearless nature, it attacks its opponent with jaws that have a bite force of 305 psi. inch.

6. The German Shepherd is a very popular breed of pet in the world with an exceptional character. It allows its representatives to successfully engage in rescue work: the animal is hardworking and easily adaptable. At the same time, the bite force reaches 238 psi. inch, so a “German” can break any bone on a person’s body.

7. The American Pit Bull Terrier is the embodiment of power and muscularity. The animal has average parameters and an athletic build that requires sufficient physical activity. A pit bull's bite force is 235 psi. inch.

8. Dutch Shepherd – is still in the service of Dutch farmers, helping them with housework. The “Dutch” adapts to a wide variety of climatic conditions and is distinguished by its friendliness towards children, loyalty and intelligence. Their bite force is 224 psi. inch.

9. Chow Chow is an ancient breed that arose about 4 thousand years ago. The Mongolian steppes are considered its homeland, then selection continued in China. Its representatives are difficult to train, so it is not recommended for beginners to own a Chow Chow. In addition, fluffy wool requires frequent grooming. The bite has a force of 220 psi. inch.

10. The Belgian Malinois is an excellent service dog whose sense of smell is valued by police officers. Very easy to train, smart. An adult Malinois bites with a force of 195 psi. inch.

Central asian shepherd dog

The strongest jaws of dogs of this breed are combined with large body sizes. The height of a male dog at the withers is 70 cm or more.

In addition, the representatives of the CAO have the blood of herding and fighting breeds, which makes them vigilant, but balanced guards. Nature carried out selection under harsh conditions, and people polished the result. As a result, the dogs turned out to be ideal family members, kind to children and other animals, and merciless to large predators and uninvited guests. On the far teeth the bite force is at least 300 kg.

Grizzly bear

Jaw strength – 81 atmospheres.

The grizzly bear is a North American subspecies of the brown bear and is distinguished by its large size and aggressiveness. True, biologists claim that this is just a fiction and that the grizzly bear is practically no different from the brown bears living in Eastern Siberia. Despite its significant weight, a grizzly bear can reach speeds of up to fifty-six kilometers per hour. For the most part, they feed on nuts, berries and other vegetation, but they can also hunt. In Yellowstone National Park, grizzlies were captured on video while hunting.

Compared to other bears, grizzlies are considered more aggressive. It has been suggested that due to its enormous size, the grizzly bear cannot climb trees. For this reason (also presumably) they have developed a powerful mechanism of aggression, which allows them not only to obtain food for themselves, but also to effectively resist any competitor. Presumably, it was this evolutionary path that led to the fact that the grizzly bear developed such powerful jaws, with the help of which he can cope with wolves and other intruders living in his domain. The average weight of the largest grizzlies living in Alaska is about 450 kilograms. Contrary to the common myth about super-dangerous killer bears, the grizzly bear does not consider a person as prey and can attack only in case of old age, illness or being provoked to do so.

Gul dong

A dog that is better not to have as a reliable friend and pet. To create this breed, various types of existing fighting dogs were mixed during the selection process. This is a rather powerful and aggressive dog. She has a tenacious grip, powerful jaws, the most “monstrous” bite force, and she is unfamiliar with the feeling of fear. Initially, gul-dongs were used as gladiator dogs to participate in mortal battles, from which they always emerged victorious. Their ears are cropped. The weight of dogs varies from 68 to 97 kg, and the height at the withers can reach 116 cm.

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Chow chow

The soft and fluffy animal Chow Chow is far from harmless, as pet owners claim.
Everyone wants to assure others that their pet is the best, but you need to adequately face the truth. Chow is not a toy for children. The appearance of a cute animal is deceiving. They are able to chew through steel, bite through a huge crocodile or bite through the thick skin of a hippopotamus... Let's look into the mouths of those who are capable of this thanks to their powerful jaws.

Photos and text by Alexey Osokin

1. Let's start, of course, with lions. These incredibly beautiful and graceful cats are real killing machines. No one can feel calm when they are around them. Lions even attack adult hippos. Nothing is impossible for them. At the same time, the bite force of a lion by African standards is very small - only about 40-50 atmospheres.

2. Cheetahs cannot boast of the strongest bite, but incredibly sharp fangs and incisors leave no chance for the prey...

3. Note: The cheetah's head is designed by nature so that most of it is occupied by the respiratory system, allowing it to run at great speed. There was no room left for big teeth.

4. Another cat that can kill an animal significantly larger than itself, and then drag the carcass up a tree - a leopard.

5. In terms of bite force, a leopard is the strongest cat in Africa - according to various sources, from 100 to 125 atmospheres.

6. The hippopotamus has the most powerful jaws. And although it feeds mainly on grass, the hippopotamus needs a powerful jaw for battles with other hippos and for protection from predators. They are said to be able to bite a huge crocodile in two. The bite force of these fatties reaches 125 atmospheres.

7. There are legends about the power of the crocodile’s jaws. And for good reason. These cutest creatures have a bite force of 340 atmospheres and this is the highest among all African animals.

9. Hyenas easily chew through strong bones and are even able to chew through the steel bars of cages.

10. The force of a hyena’s bite, according to various sources, ranges from 70 to 90 atmospheres, but incredibly strong and sharp teeth give the power to the bite.

Cane Corso

When talking about which dog has the strongest jaws, it is impossible not to mention this breed. True guards clearly divide the world into “us” and “strangers”.

You can safely entrust a child to them; they will lay down their lives to protect the owner’s offspring. Defeating a dog consisting of 50 kg of iron muscles, possessing agility, fearlessness and incredibly sharp fangs is not an easy task. In the family circle the animal is calm and good-natured.

Types of Bites

The nature of the bite is influenced by several main factors, according to which the main types of damage are distinguished:

• a blow with the teeth - made from top to bottom with the fangs, while the mouth sometimes does not even close. Such an attack is sometimes compared to a final warning. Some animals retreat after an incomplete bite, but when excited, the development of aggression can continue;
• jerk - done with closed teeth with wave-like movements to break the trapped tissue. The animal's body weight presses on the upper canines, exerting force by rocking the body. This is how the force of a dog’s bite is expressed in kg per cm² of affected area. This is how the ancestors of modern breeds killed their prey, achieving fortune until the victim ceased to resist;
• constant grip - a dog hanging on the victim in order to hold the prey until it weakens. Thus, many dogs had a “death grip” on the movements of large predators such as bears, elk, and wild boars. The specificity of the grip is in the additional chewing of tissue without unclenching the teeth to improve the initial grip, getting closer to the victim’s neck.

Dog bite force

Boxer

Bred in Germany, the Boxer has a relatively good-natured character, but was included on our list due to its frequent attacks on people.
Among the features, we note that boxers are the most playful among fighting dogs. They become attached to their owner and easily undergo various training courses.

The guard dog is beautifully built and has an impressive size, which cannot but attract the attention of others. The dog is not prone to aggression, but cases of attacks on humans have been repeatedly recorded in history

The dog is not prone to aggression, but cases of attacks on humans have been repeatedly recorded in history.

Today they have lost professional guard skills, and only in the diamond mines of South Africa are bullmastiffs used as guards.

Nile crocodile

Bite force – 340 atmospheres

In an experiment conducted by National Geographic, the bite force of a Nile crocodile was estimated to be lower than that of a saltwater crocodile, but most other sources say 340 atmospheres. The Nile crocodile, as a rule, is almost the same in size as the saltwater crocodile, and accordingly its bite force is approximately in the same range.

These two are interchangeable when it comes to placement on this list, and their bite force will vary depending on the difficulty of measuring it on a crocodile of the desired size. Nile crocodiles feed mainly on fish, but like their brothers, they attack anyone who has the audacity to cross their path. This applies to zebras, birds and even small hippos.

Flea allergic dermatitis, fleas

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Flea dermatitis (flea allergic dermatitis), fleas in cats and dogs.

It is not uncommon for animals to have fleas in their fur. Most often, cats and dogs suffer from this in everyday life. Fleas can get onto an animal's body from the floor of premises, from grass, ground or from other animals. A flea is an insect that leads a parasitic lifestyle. Fleas bite through the skin of animals and feed on their blood. The presence of fleas in animals can be determined visually. Secondary signs of the presence of fleas in an animal can be considered fecal remains (waste products), as well as characteristic itching. Sometimes it happens that fleas carry certain diseases. At the moment of a bite, the fleas' saliva enters the animal's bloodstream. When there are many flea bites, a large amount of saliva enters the animal’s bloodstream, which causes an allergic reaction and flea allergic dermatitis occurs. Due to itching, the animal scratches places on the body, sometimes bites and chews, which can lead to quite serious damage and infection of the scratched areas.

In the photo you can see how bad it looks when enlarged in the field of view of a microscope:

The most pronounced lesions are the head, abdomen and especially the root of the tail.

The pharmacy of the Kotofey veterinary clinic has a large assortment of antiallergic drugs and drugs designed to combat fleas. When using antiparasitic drugs, many factors must be taken into account, so it is better to show the animal and consult with a veterinarian. Our specialists will help you choose the most optimal drug option that will allow you to get rid of parasites without causing significant damage to the health of your animal.

As an example, consider the situation:

A young cat, Matvey, was brought to the Kotofey veterinary clinic with itching, scratching and lack of hair in some areas of his body. Doctors examined the cat and a diagnosis was made: “Flea allergic dermatitis.” Matvey was left in the clinic’s inpatient unit for several days. Our specialists carried out preventive measures, bathed Matvey in anti-flea shampoo. To tidy up the cat from an aesthetic point of view, they performed a hygienic haircut. After this, they prescribed vitamins, anthelmintic drugs, a flea collar, and improved nutrition. Literally a day later, Matvey began to feel well, the itching completely stopped, the cat finally had the opportunity to sleep peacefully, since nothing else bothered him. In gratitude, Matvey was an affectionate and well-mannered cat throughout his stay in the hospital. And, although he didn’t want to leave us at all, it was time to go home... And Matvey conveys his ardent greetings to all our readers, and leaves as a souvenir several photographs depicting the everyday life of his stay in the veterinary hospital: