Dogs, like any other animals, may exhibit unpredictable behavior. This is especially dangerous if the size of the animal is larger than the average, and the mouth is full of sharp teeth.
It is not accepted that all dogs are considered dangerous, but some animals, due to the nature and purpose of the breed, are prone to frequent manifestations of aggression and recalcitrance. Below is a list of breeds that can, under certain circumstances, attack a person and cause serious injuries.
Studying the list, it should be remembered that in most cases deplorable situations happen not because of a dog or a breed, but because of the lack of upbringing and training of the animal.
Bull terrier
This breed has a peculiar appearance. Not everyone will find it pretty. The dog has an elongated muzzle and an egg-shaped head. The jaws of the animal are famous for unprecedented power. It is believed that if the bull terrier has seized on the victim, it is not possible to open the jaws. The animals themselves of this breed do not show aggression, even tend to passivity.At the same time they have developed hunting instincts.
Tosa Inu
This breed has a large size and is massive. Representatives of Tosa Inu were deduced as fighting men, as a result of which they became banned in many countries.
Boerboel
This type of mastiff originated from South America. Dogs of this breed were supposed to protect the homes and other property of farmers.
American bandog
Representatives of this breed combined the quality of pit bull terriers and mastiffs. The animal has a large size and a formidable appearance. However, it is not intended for fighting. But the unprecedented strength and endurance makes the bandidogs dangerous to humans and other animals.
Cane Corso
Dogs of this breed are endowed with muscle power. They are descended from the ancient Roman fighting dogs, which hounded people for fun or as a punishment.
Gul dong
The second name of the breed is the Pakistani bulldog. This is one of those breeds that are difficult to train, capricious and really dangerous even for their owners.
Rhodesian Ridgeback
This breed appeared in South Africa. The strength and menacing look of the animal made these dogs able to drive away the wild lions from the prey until the hunter reaches it. Representatives of the breed are loyal, intelligent and obedient. But for strangers can be dangerous. Training of such animals should take place in due form and with a competent instructor. To smooth the aggression of the animal by eliminating the cruel methods from the training plan.
American Bulldog
The dogs of this breed are massive and muscular. At the same time they are quite friendly and easily converge with people. The unpleasant trait of bulldogs is stubbornness. The main task of the first bulldogs was the protection of the home.
Dogo Argentino
These dogs were bred many years ago in Argentina. They were used for hunting pumas and boars. Long muscular legs helped the dog to drive the prey. Aggressiveness - is not a bright trait of character. However, in some countries, particularly in England, the Great Danes are prohibited.
Canary Great Dane
The breed also has a large size, but was bred solely for the protection of the herd of livestock. When keeping such dogs, it is necessary to conduct a thorough training, as they may be aggressive to other dogs and strangers.
German dog
This breed is known for the huge size of its representatives. It was the Great Dane that became the champion in the Guinness Book of Records. The growth of the dog record holder is 1 meter 10 centimeters. The breed was bred in Germany for hunting boars and deer.
Besenji
The second name of the breed is the African not barking dog. This hound breed appeared in Central Anfrica. Since then, she is famous for her obstinate temper and problems in dog training.
St. Bernard
Representatives of the breed appeared in the Alps. They were bred for rescue purposes: the dog was supposed to find people caught in avalanches. The huge size and weight of the animal requires careful handling. From early childhood, a puppy should be taught to communicate with people and prevent all sorts of aggression.
Akita Inu
This is quite a pair of spitz dogs. His cute look should not lead a person into an illusion. The dog loves to demonstrate independence, strength and a foolish character. Strangers are a subject of suspicion and even aggression for Akita.
Brazilian Fila
The second name is the Brazilian Mastiff. The dog is aggressive and subject to impulsive behavior. The temperament of the animal made this breed forbidden in many countries of the world.
Chow chow
Funny fluffy lumps tend to be unwarranted aggression. Only competent training can impart a drop of friendliness to the puppy. Statistics of communication of people with chow chow is depressing: from 1979 to 1998, 238 people died from the teeth of cute fluffies.
Boxer
Boxers also became frequent contributors to police reports. Since 1982, a huge number of cases of unpleasant communication of people and dogs of this breed have been registered. Some of them ended in the death of a man. This is surprising, since among the natural qualities of the dog there is no pronounced aggression.
Wolftail
Hybrid breed appeared as a result of crossing dogs with wolves. The blood of a simple gray wolf makes a domestic dog unpredictable and aggressive. In combination with large sizes, this is a real danger.
Alaskan malamute
This relative of the Siberian Husky demonstrates an obstinate character and tremendous energy. In the apartment this animal has no place. Lack of physical activity can cause dog languor and, as a result, a manifestation of aggression. Any Huskies are bad guards and poorly trained.
Doberman
Dobermans demonstrate intelligence and loyalty to one master. This breed gives people the best guards: it attacks only on command or when it sees the owner in danger. Breed brought Carl Friedrich Louis Doberman, who lives in Germany. With improper upbringing, dogs can show aggression towards strangers and other animals.
German Shepherd
This breed has hundreds of thousands of admirers. The animal is usually intelligent, alert, loyal and bold. Therefore, they are most often trained to serve in the police. Unfortunately, improper upbringing allows large animals by nature to attack people on their own personal initiative.
Husky
Husky is a difficult breed. Her strong hunting instinct makes the dog dangerous to other animals. In addition, Huskies tend to run away from the owners and get lost in the city. When they are bored, Huskies become moody and aggressive.
Rottweiler
Rottweilers are endowed with developed guarding and shepherd skills. Unpleasant incidents are most often associated with the irresponsibility of the owners of the animal. Massive and strong dogs can attack other animals and even people. But for this they need a reason. In any case, this will be the result of the lack of training.
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
This breed is bred to protect sheep from wild predators. This representative of the breed will be assertive and brave, because she has to fight wolves and other equally dangerous predators. Bad education and keeping in inappropriate conditions makes the shepherd dog throw out all its strength and aggression on others.
Pit bull
It was the American Pit Bull Terrier that became the symbol of fighting breeds that endanger people. This category includes Staffordshire terriers and sometimes American bulldogs. The breed was bred for bears, boars and bulls. At home, keeping such a strong and aggressive animal is simply dangerous. The ban on the maintenance of pit bulls in houses and apartments is welcomed in many countries of the world for quite objective reasons.
