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Large male adult Tosa
The Tosa, also called the Tosa Ken, is a breed of dog of Japanese origin that is considered rare. It was originally bred in Tosa as a fighting dog and still is today.
Tosa puppies
The Tosa varies considerably in size, with the Japanese-bred dogs tending to be about half the size of those bred outside the country. The Japanese breed generally weighs between 80 and 120 lb (36,3 – 54,4 kg), while the non-Japanese breeders have focused on dogs that weigh from 130 to 200 lb (60 to 100 kg) and stand 24.5 to 32 inches (62 to 82 cm) at the withers.
Little boy and his big dog - adult female Tosa
The coat is characterized by its short and smooth appearance and is often red, brindle, or fawn. Occasionally it can be a dull black, but this is somewhat rare. Maintenance of the coat is usually minimal.
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