Extra Large Dogs
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- breed group: none
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to groom, high prey drive, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: black, red, fawn
- patterns: brindle, bicolor
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: aloof, gentle
The Tosa is known as the sumo wrestler of the canine world. Learn what it takes to care for these dogs that excel in size, patience, and courage.
- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, prone to health issues, highly territorial, high potential for weight gain, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: fawn
- patterns: bicolor, brindle
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, friendly, protective
Mastiffs are loyal, gentle dogs, famous for their extra-large size and propensity for drooling. Learn more about living with mastiffs, one of the oldest dog breeds.
- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, prone to health issues, highly territorial, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: fawn, black, blue, gray, white
- patterns: bicolor, brindle, harlequin, merle
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, friendly, outgoing, playful, protective
Great Danes are enormous, gentle dogs that love spending time with their family, whether on walks or lazing at their elbows. Is this gentle gargantuan dog breed right for you?
- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: prone to health issues, highly territorial, high prey drive, high potential for weight gain, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: fawn
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, willful
Dogues de Bordeaux are known for their massive proportions—and that applies to the big hearts they have for their owners, too. Learn more about what it takes to care for these sweet, drooly giants.
- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to train, requires lots of grooming, tendency to chew, prone to health issues, highly territorial, low prey drive, high potential for weight gain, loves water, cold weather tolerant, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: black, gray, brown / chocolate / liver
- coat length/texture: long
- temperament: gentle, friendly, playful
Few dogs fit the description of majestic but gentle giants as well as the loving, sweet, and mild-tempered Newfoundland. Easygoing with children and loyal to their families, they’re devoted pets you’ll want to learn more about.
- breed group: none
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to groom, tolerates being alone, hot weather tolerant, cold weather tolerant, good hiking companion, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: black, red, blue, cream, white, fawn, gold / yellow
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: gentle, friendly, aloof, playful
Central Asian shepherds are large, independent dogs who are loyal to their families but can be wary around strangers. Learn more about living with Central Asian shepherds.
- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to train, requires lots of grooming, high potential for weight gain, cold weather tolerant, good hiking companion
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver, red, gold / yellow
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: gentle, friendly, playful
Amazingly strong yet famously gentle, the German-born Leonberger is possibly the largest “companion dog” on the planet. Learn more about living with these soulful giants.
- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, prone to health issues, low prey drive, high potential for weight gain, cold weather tolerant, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: red, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor
- coat length/texture: long, medium
- temperament: gentle, friendly, outgoing, playful
Patient and caring Saint Bernards aren’t just known for their massive size—they have huge hearts, too, full of devotion for their human companions. Intelligent, mellow, and playful, learn how they can serve and adore a family like yours.
- breed group: hound
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, prone to health issues, high prey drive, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: red, cream, black, blue, gray, white, fawn
- patterns: brindle
- coat length/texture: long, wiry, medium
- temperament: gentle, friendly, playful
Muscular yet elegant, shaggy Irish wolfhounds are one of the largest breeds in the world. Their calm, gentle spirit makes them ideal family companions—for those who have the space. Learn more about living with Irish wolfhounds.
- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: loves water, hot weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver, red, cream
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, brindle
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: friendly, outgoing
Boerboels are intelligent and loyal dogs who love their families. Though they can weigh up to 200 pounds, they’re gentle giants. Learn more about living with boerboels.
- breed group: none
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: requires lots of grooming, loves water, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: red, cream, fawn, white, gray, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, brindle, sable
- coat length/texture: long, medium, short
- temperament: gentle, aloof
Caucasian shepherds are huge dogs known to be confident and watchful, but also loving, affectionate, and loyal family pets. Learn more about living with Caucasian shepherds.
- breed group: none
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: prone to health issues, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: black, gray, fawn, gold / yellow, red
- patterns: brindle, bicolor
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: aloof
Spanish mastiffs are a rare breed in the United States. These extra-large dogs are loyal, hardy, and self-confident but might be aloof around people outside of their beloved family.
- breed group: none
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: requires lots of grooming, high potential for weight gain, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: black, gray, blue, cream, white, fawn, gold / yellow, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, brindle
- coat length/texture: medium
- temperament: willful, aloof, gentle
Big, calm, and courageous, the Pyrenean mastiff is a large dog originally bred to guard flocks of sheep from predators. Today, these dogs remain rare outside of their native Spain and are typically found on farms.
- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, prone to health issues, highly territorial, high prey drive, high potential for weight gain, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: red, fawn
- patterns: brindle
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, friendly, outgoing, playful
Bullmastiff dogs are loyal, trusting, and gentle giants that offer only great companionship. If you’re fond of big, smart dogs with sweet dispositions, learn more about the lovable bullmastiff.
- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to groom, highly territorial, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: black, gray, red, brown / chocolate / liver, blue, fawn
- patterns: brindle
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, willful
Huge and abundantly wrinkled, mighty Neapolitan mastiffs can be sweet, loyal companions requiring little exercise. Learn more about living with Neapolitan mastiffs.
- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to groom, high potential for weight gain, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: red, black, blue, white
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, friendly, willful, playful
Greater Swiss mountain dogs are extra-large pups who often top 100 pounds. Their energetic, outgoing, and friendly nature makes Swissies excellent family dogs.
- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to train, strong loyalty tendencies, cold weather tolerant, good hiking companion, loves water
- colors: black, blue
- patterns: sable, black and tan
- coat length/texture: curly
- temperament: friendly, aloof
Black Russian terriers are working dogs that were bred for the Soviet military. Today, these family companions are highly intelligent, energetic dogs that will gladly join you on a hike or run.
- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to train, easy to groom, tolerates being alone, highly territorial, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: fawn
- patterns: brindle
- coat length/texture: short, medium
- temperament: aloof, protective
The Anatolian shepherd dog is loyal and incredibly strong—a working dog like none other. Learn more about this amazing dog breed.