11 Dog Breeds That Are Known as Giants of the Dog World

The canine world is vast and impressive. In it you can find different breeds and sizes ranging from miniatures to those that reach the size of a person when standing on their hind legs. The grandeur of large dogs usually exudes pride, strength and elegance. Just look at one of them and feel a little intimidated by their presence (some look like ponies or wolves!), and also a little fascinated by their giant beauty.

O incredible.club I would like to share with you photos and data that have been found of some of the largest dog breeds in the world. Get to know them and discover that, sometimes, the charm provoked by these animals can be proportional to their size.

Do you know Scooby-Doo? So you probably also remember how big he was compared to his human friends from the cartoon. This was not an invention of the cartoonist: the character is inspired by the Great Dane, or Great Dane, which in real life, when standing on its hind legs, can be taller than most people. He is called the Apollo of the dog breeds.

Another characteristic is that it has a coat of different colors and patterns, perhaps the most popular being the black and white mosaic pattern (or spots) known as “harlequin”. Temperamentally, the Dane is energetic, friendly, reliable, outgoing and very alert, which makes him a great guardian.

A descendant of the Tibetan mastiff, the oldest exponent of the canine species, this big guy is distinguished by having abundant skin, especially on the head, where folds, wrinkles and a rather voluminous jowls form.

Because of its structure, the characteristic movement of the Neapolitan is of the feline type. His steps resemble those of both a lion and a bear. His main types of gait are walking and trotting, which is why he is rarely seen running. He is kind and always alert. It is also worth mentioning that when he is among the people he knows, he is a docile and calm dog.

The English mastiff can weigh more than an adult person, which can come as a big surprise if you see it for the first time.

Belonging to a canine clan as old as civilization itself, this muscular animal’s temperament is a combination of affability and courage. He is calm, affectionate with his humans and a good guardian.

This is the largest of all Japanese dog breeds. It is also the result of crossing between the shikoku inu or Japanese wolfdog and western breeds.

Also known as the “Japanese Mastiff”, the tosa has droopy ears, short fur, a square muzzle and a droopy tail. Your temperament is marked by patience, composure, fearlessness and courage. It is normally a quiet and obedient dog, with a calm but watchful demeanor.

A cousin of the English mastiff, this dog, also of British breed, is characterized by being an imposing animal: it is robust, active and has a large and broad head. The bullmastiff is docile and reliable, but like any guard dog its size, it must be trained and socialized from an early age.

He is also highly intelligent and alert, making him a world-class protector and family companion.

Its origin dates back to crosses between German shepherds and wolves from the Carpathian Mountains. It is identified by its resemblance to wolves in both body structure and movement, and coat type and color.

The Czechoslovakian Wolfdog is very active, hardy, disciplined, fearless and courageous. Can be a little suspicious. Due to its temperament and strength, it is considered to be much more independent than other ideal working breeds. It usually shows great loyalty to its human, however, it is an unsuitable breed for those who have never had a dog before or for people who are not very active.

The most French dog ever! He was unknown outside France before 1989, when the film was released. An Almost Perfect Couplestarring Tom Hanks, a detective forced to work alongside the adorable Hooch, a Great Dane.

The breed is part of the large family of mastiffs and has great strength. He is stocky and athletic, which makes his appearance imposing. He is also calm, balanced and can be quite attached to his human and family. His firm and determined character makes him a great guard dog.

If you thought you saw the tallest dog of all when we talked about the Great Dane, wait, because you need to meet the Wolfhound or wolfhound Irish. Males of this breed can reach a height of up to 86 cm!

This giant is active, agile and very fast. An adult dog of this breed needs at least two hours of exercise a day, but he is gentle and friendly with people and dogs, although the latter often run away from him because of his height. Its coat is rough and of medium length, in black, white, greyish, brindle and reddish colors.

Bred as a guard and police dog, this breed is rarely found outside its country of origin. The Russian black terrier is distinguished by its shaggy, completely black and dense coat, which is precisely what allows it to patrol some of the coldest inhabited places in the world.

It is robust, agile and powerful. Endowed with great resistance, it does not demand much care. He is very intelligent, friendly and pleasant.

It is the big and powerful version of the standard and miniature schnauzer. It emerged from Swabia, in the German state of Bavaria and Württemberg, in the 17th century, and its main task was to take cattle from the farm to the market. It was also possible to see him as a guard in places managed by farmers, merchants and hoteliers. Because of his work, this is a dog that is always alert. He is intelligent, suspicious and very protective.

In terms of appearance, the giant schnauzer has a tough black or “salt and pepper” (light gray and dark gray) coat. His beard and rough eyebrows also stand out, accentuating a serious expression.

The Tibetan mastiff is an ancient working breed of nomadic Himalayan herders. There are many beliefs about these dogs, such as the one that says they have the souls of monks and nuns who weren’t good enough to incarnate as people again.

This big furry is athletic and burly, solemn-looking but gentle. Its fur is thick, abundant on the neck and shoulders, which gives it the appearance of a mane. In addition, it is resistant, which makes it a suitable dog to carry out its work in the most diverse climatic conditions.

Do you live with a giant dog at home? Do you have any pictures of him that you could share with us? Or would you like to have one of these dogs as a friend? We are waiting for your answer in the comments!