Unleashing the Wild Power Of dog Bites
Dogs are always very Loyal, Alert and Sharp. They have got some responsibilities in the form of Protectiveness and look after of their loved ones. And they do it quite astonishingly. But we know that they are build to sustain in rough condition and sometimes their brutality can take charge of them.
By this I wanted to grab your attention to some Dogs that have immense Raw and wild Power in their jaws and if they are unleashed on someone they perceive as a threat. Then that’s the last of thing, somebody wants for themselves.
Bite force and its calculation standard
Bite Force is defined as the Pressure of a Bite that is applied on an object and is measured by the unit Pounds Per Square Inch(PSI). Psi is a unit of pressure which denotes the force of one pound that is applied on an area of one square inch. For us Humans the bite force ranges between 120- 160 Psi, but generally for big dogs its very high .
Most Powerful Dog’s Bite Force
#12 German Shepherd (238 PSI)
German Shepherd are very Clever, Protective and Alert Dogs and are mostly used in Police, Military Training Mission and operation. Early socialization and Command training is necessary for them to keep them obedient. German Shepherds have a very strong and powerful Biting Force with researches and studies show that their bite power is considerably around 238 PSI.
# 11 Leonberger – 399 PSI
Leonberger has a rich, thick and dense double coat. They draw their origination from Leonberg town in Germany. Their large, impressive build and massive size enables them to be an intimidating breed. Despite their scary size yet they are very well behaved, obedient and gentle. When provoked they can exert a biting force pressure of 399 PSI
#10 Wolfdog Wolf-Dog Hybrid (406 PSI)
Wolf dog is a hybrid produced from a direct mate between a Wolf and Domestic Dog. As they draw their ancestry from wolves so this have inherited them with natural aggressiveness and territorial instincts from parents tendency. They often become more doubtful and aggressive near strangers and unfamiliar dogs. Not suitable for first time owners as they need special efforts and obedience training as well. Wolf Dogs can exert a destructive staggering bite force of 406 PSI.
#9 Central Asian Shepherd Dog (500 PSI)
Central Asian Shepherd is a large giant breed dog with an origination history from Central part of Asia. Also known by the famous name you might have heard Alabai; From the days of history they have been extensively used as a guardian of livestock and for goat herding capacity. Not suitable for fist time pet owners due to their territorial tendency. They are a result of natural selection. Due to their firm determination, courage and raw power; they are able to take down big preys with a ferocious bite power of 500 PSI.
#8 Dogo Argentino – (500 PSI)
Dogo Argentino have originated from Argentina. Renowned for their affection, loyalty and protective instinct. They are huge in size, with good strength and power packed muscular body. They were bred to incorporate an exponential Hunting ability with active energy and agility; used to hunt large game especially to take down Pumas and Wild boars.
Though they have a strong aggression but with Obedience training and early socialization with proper care plus patience is required from their experienced handlers, so that they can form a good companion pet. They can exert a considerable impactful bite force of 500 PSI.
#7 Dogo Canario or Presa Canario (540 PSI)
Dogo Canario have drawn their origination from Spain's Canary Island. Mated with different breeds like Mastiffs and Bulldogs to incorporate and obtain both breeds superior Instincts. Year 1960 was the period when this breed was on the verge of Extinction. They form a compact medium size with enormously muscled up and heavy built body; the head is also wide and big with a scary appearance; used for their incredible guarding and herding tendency. Dogo Canario have an excellent Biting power of 540 PSI.
#6 English Mastiff (552 PSI)
English Mastiffs Originated from England. Known to be one of the strongest breed with a striking bulky body and extensive size appearance. Bred for the purpose of Hunting, Blood Sports and War Dogs.
Despite of them being big sized yet they are very loving, affectionate and gentle which makes them an excellent option as a family pet for their protectiveness and guarding tendency.
But don't you dare mistake their gentleness with weakness, when triggered- the Historical Devil's inside can arouse and generate an exponential bite force of of 552 PSI.
#5 Tosa Inu (555 PSI)
Tosa Inu origination came from Japan. They are heavily build and large, muscular in size with an extreme ferocious biting force of 555 PSI, bred with different dogs like Mastiff, Bulldog, Great Dane to incorporate and obtain a superior breed with strong jaws and raw power.
If not trained properly with obedience commands, they can become more aggressive and over protective, violent behaviour comes from their history dating back when they were bred solely for Dog Fighting Competitions.
#4 Dogue De Bordeaux (558 PSI)
They are very loyal, patient and gentle. This breed draws their origination from France in the region around Bordeaux city and also known as the French Mastiff. They are heavily build in size around 23 to 26 inches tall, mainly bred for the purpose of Hunting and Guarding activities. With a considerable bite force of around 556 PSI holding the 4th Spot.
#3 Cane Corso (700 PSI)
Cane Corso called the Italian Mastiff draws its origination history from Italy. They are large sized dog with muscular body and require owners with experience in dog handling and should be given proper brain exercises and obedience training, so as to limit their aggression.
They are extensively used as guard dogs and protection dogs, with their history dating in hunting large games and used as a war dog. When instigated they can exert tremendous power packed biting pressure of 700 PSI.
#2 American Bandogge (730 PSI)
This breed of Dog is very Bulky, Heavy build and has a Power packed body. Due to no proper documentation but they are thought to be drawing their origination from England. They are a Hybrid of Mastiff and American Bulldog with a unique strength in terms of Protective and guarding instinct.
The term Bandogge or Bandog means the older custom of chaining these dogs during the day time and unleashing them in the night for their guarding instinct and now coming on to their outrageous biting force, which is measured to be 730 PSI, which is brute force.
#1 Kangal (743 PSI)
Kangal have been recognized as the strongest breed of Dog in terms of Bite force power, originating from Turkey. They are a freak of nature with heavy and strong majestic build. These dogs were mostly used for protecting and guarding livestock's.
With immense wild power in their Jaws they form an excellent guardian. A Kangal if comes in a fight with a pack of wolf may loose due to the Wolf's collaborative approach, but if Kangal fights a wolf that is lone, that's a direct war on that Wolf, as the Kangal have a shocking bite pressure of 743 PSI.
Some Faqs
Q1- Does a Stronger Bite power makes a Dog More Dangerous?
No a Dog's bite force does not measure the intensity of their dangerousness; some dogs that have potentially a high biting power like English Mastiffs are gentle and friendly. Bite power is just to know the brutality of the bite. If the handler is experienced and patient- so with proper implementation of training and early socialization, dogs can become less aggressive and well behaved.
Q2- What is the bite force of Labrador Retriever and African wild dog?
Bite force of Labrador Retriever is 230 PSI and for African wild dog its 142 PSI.