introduces temperament of the Tosa Inu.

Overview

Tosa dog was not indigenous to Japan since ancient times, the purpose of the contest Production. Ansei years, the family dog lives in Tosa in Shikoku region, native Tosa dog mated with a big nasty dog brought back from Nagasaki, the result of a dog breeding program was created based on the dog and is the beginning of the Tosa. Since the beginning of Showa, arranged as foreign dogs this dog Mastiff and Bulldog addition, the present large, dog fighting was completed as imposing Tosa. Tosa dog and after hybridization with other species, have registered more than three generations and was found, tried to fix the body. Was established in 1933 spread tosa Association, National Association and distributed to announce the standard called for help. Currently, Tosa has a large, medium, small and divided by weight, as well as fighting on the sumo ring, has announced the results by ranking. Decorate pictures as yokozuna will be someone's honor.

Characteristics

Robust big dog in state. The broad skull, and suddenly stop, with a long proboscis is appropriate. Big nose, black color. Thin and relatively small ears, cheeks are hanging borders. Hard coat is short and bristly.

Temperament

Patient, bold and vigorous fighting spirit. The owners often become faithful.

Color

Red, brown, black. Some white spots are allowed.

How to Care & How to Train

Care of Court, the daily brushing done enough.

Exercise

Long enough to exercise every day, put the lead must be done.

Disease to be careful

Skin disease, arthritis

Disease that can be seen occasionally

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Inspection want to

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