The most aggresive dog breeds are those that have been bred for fighting, as opposed to the more loving breeds that were bred to be family pets. Aggressive dogs can be dangerous to humans and other animals, but they also need to be properly trained and socialized.
There are many reasons why certain dogs are more aggressive than others. Some are genetic, while others may be prone to fear-related aggression.
Wolf Hybrids
Wolf-dog hybrids are produced when a wolf mates with a domestic dog. The resulting mix of wild and domestic genetics gives rise to a complicated mosaic of disposition and instinct.
Many wolf-dog hybrids display the behavior of pack mentality and territoriality. These instincts can make them difficult to live with.
The underlying genetic makeup of a wolf dog is largely independent of the conscious choices that breeders make when selecting for certain traits. This can lead to unseen or unintended consequences that are often overlooked by breeders.
Pit Bulls
Pit Bulls have a bad reputation for being unpredictable and aggressive. But a new study shows that they’re not nearly as aggressive as they have been previously believed to be.
According to a research report by Deborah Duffy, Yuying Hsu and James Serpell, pit bulls score high on aggression towards people, but not as high as some other dogs such as Chihuahuas or Akitas.
A lot of this breed’s behavior is influenced by their owners, but it’s also a function of their genes. So it’s important to socialize your dog and to train them well so that they can learn appropriate behaviors.
Rottweilers
A breed of herding protection dogs, Rottweilers are fiercely loyal and powerful. They are excellent family companions when properly socialized, trained and given a job to do.
If not bred for a calm, intelligent temperament, Rottweilers can be aggressive toward other dogs and people. It’s essential that pet parents carefully screen prospective Rottweilers and avoid buying from irresponsible breeders, puppy mills or pet stores.
Rottweilers are also prone to fear-based aggression, which can result in vicious behavior. To help prevent this, make sure your dog gets early socialization and training.
Chow Chows
Strong-willed and stubborn, the Chow may become the boss of you if left to his own devices. He requires early socialization and a confident owner who can assert himself over this independent breed.
Despite their teddy bear appearance, Chow Chows are extremely protective of one or two main people in their lives. This makes them an excellent guard dog.
They are fiercely protective of their homes and livestock and need training to control this. They may also have a tendency to bark alarmingly when excited, so owners should keep this in check.
Dalmatians
Dalmatians are medium-sized dogs with a unique coat pattern marked with black or brown spots. They originated as a hunting dog and later served as guardians for Roma wagons and mail coaches.
They are loyal, loving dogs that thrive on companionship and exercise. They’re happiest when they live in an active family that takes them on regular walks or runs.
Like all dogs, Dalmatians can be aggressive toward strangers if they feel threatened or attacked. However, this is most often a result of mistreatment or bad breeding. If you have a properly socialized Dalmatian, they should be fine around other pets and children.
Huskies
Huskies are a strong breed and have a very high prey drive. They’re also highly intelligent and need plenty of daily exercise.
They can also be prone to eye issues, like cataracts and progressive retinal atrophy (PRA). These conditions can cause blindness but are treatable.
While Huskys are generally good with children, they can bite if cornered. It’s important to keep them safe and well socialized when they’re puppies.
