Now that you know more about the most popular large dog breeds, it's time to consider their merits and choose the right one.

Today this large fluffy breed is still a popular livestock guardian ... by the 1900s the powerful breed was also used in dog fighting. Today, dog fighting is prohibited in the Canary Islands ...

This big dog breed boasts a robust and powerful physique ... These animals were formerly bred for fighting, but thankfully, those days are gone. Now, the Tosa basks in the family life.

Because of their strength and dominance, experts recommends prior experience owning large breeds before adopting a Boerboel. Weight: 150 to 200 pounds Height: 22 to 27 inches Tosa dogs (Japanese ...

The fighting dogs, dubbed the beast of the east, originate from South Asia and can grow as big as a small pony. Mauling victims have called for the threatening breed, also known as Pakistani ...

Mastiffs are large, strong dogs with a protective nature. Their size and strength, if not well-controlled, ... a breed originally used for dog fighting in Japan, is banned in India. Photo Credit: ...

It's also big business, with fight purses running as high ... except to either fight them or to breed them," Rock said. "It's torture." The average dog fight can last anywhere between one to ...

There are so many different types of large-breed dogs, so whether you're looking for a bouncing-off-the-walls buddy, calm companion, or go-with-the-flow friend, you'll almost certainly find the ...