Dogs vary in different forms and sizes. But one thing for sure, they would always return your love tenfold. However, some dogs are not the breed for every family, and some can be too dangerous to be a household pet.
This is why there are people who abandoned their dogs in animal shelters after they realized that they could not handle these breeds. So before owning a furry companion, you must take a look at this list first.
Pit bull or also known as the "most dangerous dog breed." A story surfaced on the internet about a toddler mauled by a pit bull that caused the kid to lose his sight. As a result, some cities implemented a pit bull ban within their areas. This type of breed believed to be aggressive because apparently, it runs in their DNA!
But before you let yourself drown from the fear of encountering pit bulls, always keep in mind that not everything you saw on the internet is true. Because here are the actual facts:
Did you know that pit bulls were once called the "America's Dog"? Shocking right? Because in reality, pit bulls are gentle breeds that they even considered as Nanny dogs for the children!
Yup, everything you heard about pit bull being naturally aggressive is just one big stigma. There are guaranteed to be loyal, full of love, and intelligent. But because of their physical appearances, people exploited the poor mutts in the most unimaginable way.
Pit bulls are used as guard dogs for criminal activities and trained to attack people. They became the symbolism of gangs in which they developed a bad reputation. Worse, these breeds even placed on dog fights!
To simply put, pit bulls are taught to be aggressive. And these innocent canines will do everything to please their owners just like any other dog.
The truth is, pit bulls ranked as the second most tolerant next to a Golden Retriever. So these dogs have good temperament and perfect to be everyone's pets! Yet some people still claimed that they are dangerous because their breed had the most powerful jaws locks and bite.
But that was just another myth. Because pit bulls' jaws don't lock, and the strongest bites boil down to the next dog, the Rottweilers.
Another dog that categorized as one of the fiercest is the Rottweilers. These breeds are enormous, with a very solid built.
And it does live upon its image because they possessed an incredible amount of strength that can crush a bone in just one bite. But the real question, are these breeds gentle or vicious?
Rottweilers are good-natured dogs. They are playful, loyal, obedient, and hardworking!
That is why most police dogs are Rottweilers because besides having impressive agility, these canines are very easy to train. American Kennel Club even described Rottweilers as "calm, confident and courageous dog with a self-assured aloofness." So with proper guidance and commitment in training, you can have your own Rottweiler inside the comfort of your home.
Originated from Eastern Siberia, Huskies are sled dogs. This wolf-like appearance canines had already established their strength from the very beginning.
But despite the overwhelming energy, a lot of people seen owning Siberian Huskies as their household pet. Turns out that they had no idea how dangerous these breeds can be...
There are tons of records of Siberian Huskies injuring a human, especially a child. Although they are affectionate and charming, these dogs caused accidents all because of their large-sized body (which they are sometimes unaware of).
Siberian Huskies can be really too playful. And owning such breed forces you to have an active lifestyle because these canines needed a lot of running and exercise!
Ever wonder what's so "great" about the Great Dane? Well, they are huge dogs with huge hearts!
Their breed often called the gentle giants because they are very lovable and affectionate towards humans. Although there are some cons.
If not trained properly, these dogs can be unruly that it becomes too dangerous. The key to tame the Great Dane is to have them socialize regularly. Otherwise, they will display shyness or aggression.
An owner should be extra cautious in handling the dog as their sizes grow into terrifyingly 86 cm tall. If you didn't train while they are still puppies, it would be tough for you to manage them when they become adults.
The third smartest dog among all breeds is the German Shepherd. With their superior intelligence, they are often seen as police or show dogs.
These canines are also protective of their territory and owners that they are the ideal watchdogs! However, are these breeds suitable for every family?
One of German Shepherd's abilities is that they can bite really hard. This capability alone can be dangerous as it can cause agonizing pain to humans or smaller animals. They often have separation anxieties towards their owners that you won't be able to leave them alone for too long.
Or else they will be very destructive like chewing your furniture or barking endlessly. These breeds are not just for someone who casually wanted to own a dog because it requires a lot of commitment to keep your German Shepherd from developing problematic behaviors.
These types of dogs are like the fluffier version of Siberian Huskies! Malamutes are another type of sled dog from the artic as they possessed a powerful strength.
Also, they lived in packs before which is why they’re naturally sociable to everyone. But don't get fooled by their loveable appearance!
Malamutes are considered dangerous as well because of a high prey drive. If you are their enemy, they won't stop hunting you down.
Although Malamutes are still a friendly and obedient breed if exposed in the right environment. They are also perfect for cuddle sessions!
With such menacing stature, Doberman Pinscher is not actually as dangerous as the dogs mentioned before. These breeds are soft-hearted, which means that they are capable of loving everyone from the family!
Not to mention their elegant and sleek appearance that will turn heads whenever you take these dogs for a walk. Still, it doesn't mean that anyone can single-handedly own one.
Because these canines are a very dominant breed that they can be hard-headed sometimes. They also love chasing small animals or any kind that's weaker than (and your children are not an exemption).
Dobermans are athletic and demand a very active lifestyle. Nevertheless, these canines are still devoted to their human and can be a good protection dog.
Boxers are hunting dogs. They have protective instincts against people that they're not familiar with.
As a matter of fact, these breeds were guard and attack dogs of World War I since their jaws are so powerful that they caused fatal injuries to their enemies. On the brighter side, Boxers are excellent companion dogs and can be your buddy in walking, jogging, or even hiking!
Here's another powerful breed, a Bullmastiff. A very confident dog that doesn't show any fear towards anything! They also don't know when to back down once they got stimulated.
Bullmastiff is very devoted and sometimes can be too clingy to their owners. Basically, their characteristics are like the combination of a Boxer and Great Dane.
One of the rarest breeds is the Perro de Presa Canario, a.k.a. Canary Mastiff. Formerly raised for hunting and fighting, they are now utilized for herding and rounding up livestock.
But mishandling this dog can cause serious trouble and risky situation. As a result, this breed banned in the whole United Kingdom. So if this is your first time owning a dog, then Presa Canario should cross out from your list.