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Top 10 Most Aggressive Dog Breeds
Awesomelionking This is a list of the top ten most aggressive dog breeds.The Top Ten
1 American Pit Bull Terrier
The American Pit Bull Terrier is a dog breed. It is a medium-sized, solidly-built, short-haired dog whose early ancestors came from the British Isles.
The American Pit Bull Terrier is a dog breed. It is a medium-sized, solidly-built, short-haired dog whose early ancestors came from the British Isles. 3 percent of the dog population, 50 percent of fatal attacks - Murphdog405
Because they are strong, intelligent dogs that are eager to please, pit bulls can be made into highly aggressive killing machines. That said, reputable studies clearly demonstrate pit bulls are not inherently aggressive. In fact, pit bulls are less aggressive towards people than average which makes them relatively poor guard dogs unless they are trained for that purpose.
They kill more people a year than spiders do in the US. I'm not saying all pit bulls are aggressive, their not. But they are much more prone to aggression than lots of other dog breeds. But its proven that chihuahuas are more aggressive, but I would rather have a aggressive 6 pound chihuahua than a tearing aggressive 80 pound pit bull. - BlueberryCatfish
Its only dangerous IF its trained to kill. On the other hand, this shouldn't be at the top of the list. Its plain wrong. - IceFoxPlayz
Not true. Pitt Bulls are hunting and bull baiting breeds. They are even considered master of dog fighting. If a Pit Bull were to fight a wild wolf The Pit Bull would kill the wolf. Studies also show that Pit Bulls make up 1/3 of all dog attacks in America. Studies also show that Pit Bulls are most likely to turn on their owners as well. They're more prone to aggression as I mentioned earlier they are a bull baiting and hunting breed. The Pit Bull has a tendency to lock on to its prey in a vital organ and shake until it's dead. - RobertWisdom
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2 Rottweiler
The Rottweiler is a breed of domestic dog, regarded as medium-to-large or large.The dogs were known in German as Rottweiler Metzgerhund, meaning Rottweil butchers' dogs, because one of their uses was to herd livestock and pull carts laden with butchered meat to market.
The Rottweiler is a breed of domestic dog, regarded as medium-to-large or large.The dogs were known in German as Rottweiler Metzgerhund, meaning Rottweil butchers' dogs, because one of their uses was to herd livestock and pull carts laden with butchered meat to market. They are featured in Grand Theft Auto 5
These dogs KILL maybe...
We are owning a Rottweiler in my house, and she is not aggressive at all
I have one named spot. He was mean and scary at first but he saved mah life! I'm allergic to bees and I whacked a nest with a stick on accident...bees came out and well... SPOT TO THE RESCUE! He pulled at my sleeve and then attacked those bees, began barking super loud until my mom woke up and set bug spray down! He's still a little agressive today.
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3 Chihuahua
The Chihuahua is the smallest breed of dog and is named for the state of Chihuahua in Mexico. Chihuahuas come in a wide variety of sizes, head shapes, colors, and coat lengths.
The Chihuahua is the smallest breed of dog and is named for the state of Chihuahua in Mexico. Chihuahuas come in a wide variety of sizes, head shapes, colors, and coat lengths. The only dog breed that has ever bitten me was a Chihuahua lmao
Worst breed EVER!
Not aggressive of course lol
but they can get small dog syndrome which is why I'm voting for them
They are scaredy cats
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4 German Shepherd
The German Shepherd is a breed of medium to large-sized working dog that originated in Germany. The breed's officially recognized name is German Shepherd Dog in the English language. The breed is known as the Alsatian in Britain and Ireland.
The German Shepherd is a breed of medium to large-sized working dog that originated in Germany. The breed's officially recognized name is German Shepherd Dog in the English language. The breed is known as the Alsatian in Britain and Ireland. These things are more dangerous than a pit bull and bigger too.
Only aggressive towards black people. - Murphdog405
I've owned 2 German Shepherd dogs at different stages, both adult dogs when they first came to live with me, and neither of them were aggressive. They never bit nor attacked anyone and they were great with children. However, there are people who are scared of German Shepherds which is ridiculous. Mind you, I would never approach nor touch a German Shepherd dog I didn't know. Treat all dogs with the respect they deserve and they will repay you with love and devotion a gazillion times over.
German Shepherds can be trained to be aggressive but from my experience, they are not naturally aggressive... my German Shepherds were not trained to be aggressive & they never attacked or bit anyone. They're the most intelligent, devoted, loving, loyal dogs in the canine kingdom.
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5 Doberman Pinscher
The Doberman Pinscher, or Dobermann, or Doberman, is a medium-large breed of domestic dog originally developed around 1890 by Karl Friedrich Louis Dobermann, a tax collector from Germany.
The Doberman Pinscher, or Dobermann, or Doberman, is a medium-large breed of domestic dog originally developed around 1890 by Karl Friedrich Louis Dobermann, a tax collector from Germany. If a Rottweiler and a Doberman bred, would they have puppies that look just like them due to the parents having similar coats and patterns?
The Doberman is a tall and confident dog. Its coat is very similar to the rottweiler. - Awesomelionking
6 Jack Russel Terrier
No this is not true. I had a jack russel he passed sadly. And I still cry to this day thinking about him. - Gravityfallsfan11
They aren't really very aggressive. I have one and he's fine. Yeah, he sometimes snaps, but he's a puppy and still learning. Huskeys and Akitas are way more aggressive.
7 Chow Chow
The Chow Chow is a dog breed originally from northern China, where it is referred to as Songshi Quan, which means "puffy-lion dog".
The Chow Chow is a dog breed originally from northern China, where it is referred to as Songshi Quan, which means "puffy-lion dog". Ya they are mean. - Gravityfallsfan11
There are dangerous but loyal to its owner
8 Dalmatian
The Dalmatian is a breed of large dog, noted for its unique black or liver spotted coat and mainly used as a carriage dog in its early days.
The Dalmatian is a breed of large dog, noted for its unique black or liver spotted coat and mainly used as a carriage dog in its early days. The Dalmatian is a spotted dog that is tall and has lots of energy. They are good with kids at all. - Awesomelionking
BEST DOG IN THE WORLD
HE IS CARE TO CARE
9 Manchester Terriers
10 Cocker Spaniel
Cocker Spaniels are dogs belonging to two breeds of the spaniel dog type: the American Cocker Spaniel and the English Cocker Spaniel, both of which are commonly called simply Cocker Spaniel in their countries of origin.
Cocker Spaniels are dogs belonging to two breeds of the spaniel dog type: the American Cocker Spaniel and the English Cocker Spaniel, both of which are commonly called simply Cocker Spaniel in their countries of origin.The Newcomers
? Great Dane
The Great Dane is a large German breed of domestic dog known for its giant size. The German name of the breed is Deutsche Dogge, or German Mastiff.
The Great Dane is a large German breed of domestic dog known for its giant size. The German name of the breed is Deutsche Dogge, or German Mastiff.The Contenders
11 Siberian Husky
The Siberian Husky is a medium size, dense-coat working dog breed that originated in north-eastern Siberia.
The Siberian Husky is a medium size, dense-coat working dog breed that originated in north-eastern Siberia. The Husky is a fast and high energy dog breed, it is similar to the Alaskan malmute. - Awesomelionking
There are friendly dogs in every breed. From what I’ve seen, the Siberian huskies are one of the most caring breed of dog, but because they’re so active, I would watch them around a little kid just to make sure they don’t knock them down by accident. - 3DG20
12 Bull Terrier
The Bull Terrier is a breed of dog in the terrier family. There is also a miniature version of this breed which is officially known as the Miniature Bull Terrier.
The Bull Terrier is a breed of dog in the terrier family. There is also a miniature version of this breed which is officially known as the Miniature Bull Terrier.
13 Dachshund
The Dachshund is a short-legged, long-bodied, hound-type dog breed with floppy ears, and short fur. Although, this Dog, which comes in a variety of colours, is not hypoallergenic.
The Dachshund is a short-legged, long-bodied, hound-type dog breed with floppy ears, and short fur. Although, this Dog, which comes in a variety of colours, is not hypoallergenic. I used to like Dachshunds until two attacked my old dog and one tried to rip my cat apart.
They're nasty dogs
14 Alaskan Malamute
The Alaskan Malamute is a large breed of domestic dog originally bred for hauling heavy freight because of their strength and endurance, and later a sled dog.
The Alaskan Malamute is a large breed of domestic dog originally bred for hauling heavy freight because of their strength and endurance, and later a sled dog. The Alaskan malmute is sled dog just like the husky. The Alaskan malmute has a very similar coat to the husky. - Awesomelionking
I have a hard time telling these and huskies apart
15 Lhasa Apso
The Lhasa Apso is a non-sporting dog breed originating in Tibet. It was bred as an interior sentinel in the Buddhist monasteries, to alert the monks to any intruders who entered.
The Lhasa Apso is a non-sporting dog breed originating in Tibet. It was bred as an interior sentinel in the Buddhist monasteries, to alert the monks to any intruders who entered. They are cute but they attack sometimes
I hate this breed.
16 Boxer
The Boxer is a medium-sized, short-haired breed of dog, developed in Germany. The coat is smooth and tight-fitting; colours are fawn, mahogany, black or brindled, with or without white markings, and white.
The Boxer is a medium-sized, short-haired breed of dog, developed in Germany. The coat is smooth and tight-fitting; colours are fawn, mahogany, black or brindled, with or without white markings, and white. The Boxer is a a average strong dog that has a average size. - Awesomelionking
I never heard of boxers biting their owner, very loyal
17 Bullmastiff
The Bullmastiff is a large-size breed of domestic dog, with a solid build and a short muzzle. The Bullmastiff shares the characteristics of molosser dogs, and was originally developed by 19th-century gamekeepers to guard estates.
The Bullmastiff is a large-size breed of domestic dog, with a solid build and a short muzzle. The Bullmastiff shares the characteristics of molosser dogs, and was originally developed by 19th-century gamekeepers to guard estates. Bullmastiffs are the best breed of all time
18 Beagle
The Beagle is a breed of small-sized hound, similar in appearance to the much larger foxhound. The Beagle is a scent hound, developed primarily for hunting hare.
The Beagle is a breed of small-sized hound, similar in appearance to the much larger foxhound. The Beagle is a scent hound, developed primarily for hunting hare. One time it ripped my eyes out and began skinning me alive. I was screaming as it put a hot iron in my mouth and began melting my mouth. Then he ripped off my face - lemur
19 Akita
The Akita is a tall dog that has great hunting skills. - Awesomelionking
Those things have fat faces..
20 Pekingese
These are just plain yappy and stupid dogs.
21 Pomeranian
The Pomeranian is a breed of dog of the Spitz type, named for the Pomerania region in Central Europe. Pomeranian Dogs tend to get sick very often, however.
The Pomeranian is a breed of dog of the Spitz type, named for the Pomerania region in Central Europe. Pomeranian Dogs tend to get sick very often, however. Don't ever underestimate the small and fluffy dogs. - IceFoxPlayz
This little fur-ball is so aggressive!
22 Golden Retriever
The Golden Retriever is a large-sized breed of dog bred as gun dogs to retrieve shot waterfowl such as ducks and upland game birds during hunting and shooting parties, and were named 'retriever' because of their ability to retrieve shot game undamaged.
The Golden Retriever is a large-sized breed of dog bred as gun dogs to retrieve shot waterfowl such as ducks and upland game birds during hunting and shooting parties, and were named 'retriever' because of their ability to retrieve shot game undamaged. They would never hurt a soul! :(
23 Labrador Retriever
The Labrador Retriever, also Labrador, is a sporting dog bred for aquatic game. The Labrador is one of the most popular breeds of dog in the United Kingdom and the United States.
The Labrador Retriever, also Labrador, is a sporting dog bred for aquatic game. The Labrador is one of the most popular breeds of dog in the United Kingdom and the United States. I'm not so sure if this is the right type of dog that I'm talking about, but I'm just gonna post it here. So one day I was walking home from the bus stop, when all of a sudden a black lab dog just came booking it out of his fence and bit me near the waist. I actually had to hide behind a neighbor's car while the neighbors fought it off. There was also this brown dog who was a lot more cowardly than the black one. But after this event, I was TRAUMATIZED. I have cynophobia now.
I have a uncle with a black lab female. She attacked my dog and was very aggressive over a play toy they were using. But she is very sweet towards me and other people, she just struggles with aggression towards other dogs. But generally I'm not fond of labs. - BlueberryCatfish
Some Labradors are pretty mean
24 Perro de Presa Canario
The Perro de Presa Canario, A.K.A. the Canary Mastiff, is a large Molosser-type dog breed originally bred for working livestock.
The Perro de Presa Canario, A.K.A. the Canary Mastiff, is a large Molosser-type dog breed originally bred for working livestock.
25 Kangal Dog
Maybe but they have to get a hold of it first, you must live in Middle East. Pits will get the neck or belly first, will fight to exhaustion, while kangal bleeds out, that's like fighting a elephant with a lion
These brutes could tear a pit bull in half, they deserve it too
26 American Bulldog
The American Bulldog is a breed of utility dog. There are two specific types of American Bulldog, Standard and Classic; additionally, there are also hybrids of the two types.
The American Bulldog is a breed of utility dog. There are two specific types of American Bulldog, Standard and Classic; additionally, there are also hybrids of the two types.
27 Shih Tzu
A shih tzu also known as the Chrysanthemum Dog, is a toy dog breed, weighing 10 - 12 pounds when full grown, with long silky hair.
A shih tzu also known as the Chrysanthemum Dog, is a toy dog breed, weighing 10 - 12 pounds when full grown, with long silky hair. They are in general cute but have bad attitude
28 Yorkshire Terrier
The Yorkshire Terrier is a small dog breed of terrier type, developed during the 19th century in Yorkshire, England, to catch rats in clothing mills.
The Yorkshire Terrier is a small dog breed of terrier type, developed during the 19th century in Yorkshire, England, to catch rats in clothing mills. My aunt has one and it hates me. It jumped on me and tried to bite me twice even though I never provoked it!
Very agressive towards dogs and humans alike. - EspioTheChameleon
29 French Bulldog
The French Bulldog is a small breed of domestic dog. "Frenchies" were the result in the 1800s of a cross between bulldog ancestors imported from England and local ratters in Paris.
The French Bulldog is a small breed of domestic dog. "Frenchies" were the result in the 1800s of a cross between bulldog ancestors imported from England and local ratters in Paris. This dog breed LITERALLY attacked me
30 Cane Corso
31 English Mastiff
The English Mastiff is a breed of extremely large dog perhaps descended from the ancient Alaunt and Pugnaces Britanniae, with a significant input from the Alpine Mastiff in the 19th century.
The English Mastiff is a breed of extremely large dog perhaps descended from the ancient Alaunt and Pugnaces Britanniae, with a significant input from the Alpine Mastiff in the 19th century.
32 English Bulldog
33 Dogo Argentino
The Dogo Argentino, also known as the Argentine Mastiff, is a large, white, muscular dog that was developed in Argentina primarily for the purpose of big-game hunting, including wild boar; the breeder, Antonio Nores Martínez, also wanted a dog that would exhibit steadfast bravery and willingly protect ...read more.
The Dogo Argentino, also known as the Argentine Mastiff, is a large, white, muscular dog that was developed in Argentina primarily for the purpose of big-game hunting, including wild boar; the breeder, Antonio Nores Martínez, also wanted a dog that would exhibit steadfast bravery and willingly protect ...read more. Banned in many countries for its aggressiveness
34 Rough Collie
The Rough Collie is a long coated breed of medium to large size dog that in its original form was a type of collie used and bred for herding in Scotland.
The Rough Collie is a long coated breed of medium to large size dog that in its original form was a type of collie used and bred for herding in Scotland. They Have Light Heads They Are Very Protective Of Kids And Will Become Agressive If They Feel In Danger
35 Sharpei
The Shar Pei, or Chinese Shar-Pei, is a breed of dog known for its distinctive features of deep wrinkles and a blue-black tongue.
The Shar Pei, or Chinese Shar-Pei, is a breed of dog known for its distinctive features of deep wrinkles and a blue-black tongue.
36 Poodle
The poodle is a group of formal dog breeds, the Standard Poodle, Miniature Poodle and Toy Poodle. The Fédération Cynologique Internationale recognizes four sizes of one breed: standard, medium, miniature, and toy.
The poodle is a group of formal dog breeds, the Standard Poodle, Miniature Poodle and Toy Poodle. The Fédération Cynologique Internationale recognizes four sizes of one breed: standard, medium, miniature, and toy. Only poodle owners will understand the pain...
37 Havanese
The Havanese, a breed of Bichon type, is the national dog of Cuba, developed from the now extinct Blanquito de la Habana.
The Havanese, a breed of Bichon type, is the national dog of Cuba, developed from the now extinct Blanquito de la Habana.BAdd New Item
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