The Most Aggressive Dogs
A University of Pennsylvania survey in 2008 records the top ten most aggressive dogs based upon recorded attacks/bites toward strangers, owners and other dogs.
1. Dachshund
2. Chihuahua
3. Beagle
4. Jack Russell Terrier
5. Australian Cattle Dog
6. Cocker Spaniel
7. Border Collie
8. Pit Bull
9. Great Dane
10. English Springer Spaniel
Top 10 Most Dangerous Dog Breeds
22 reported dog bite related human fatalities in the United States in 2004. 2005 - 29 human fatalities. 2006 - 26. In 2007, there were 33 human fatalities. 45% of the attacks occurred to adults over the age of 18, and 55% occurred to ages below. Pit bull type dogs were responsible for 67% of fatalities, the next closest breed was the rottweiler at 12%. But all dog breeds are potentially dangerous. In 2000, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reported that 25 breeds of dogs were involved in 238 fatal dog bites from 1979-1998. Here it is the compiled list of the most dangerous dog breeds:
1. Pit Bulls (Weight: 55-65 lbs.)
The pit bull is one of the most brave and dauntless dogs; thus they are one of several breeds that are commonly used in illegal dog fights. It is common knowledge that this dog breed can even mangle a human to death as a pit bull has the ability to lock its jaws onto an animal/human until it is dead. This does not mean that all pit bulls are viscous, many of them are great family dogs; but the bite of a pit bull or any other large or strong breed of dog can obviously be more severe than that of a smaller dog.
2. Rottweilers (Weight: 100-130 lbs.)
Due to their intense territorial instinct these dogs may be very aggressive. Rottweilers are commonly used as guard dogs.
3. German Shepherds (Weight: 70-100 lbs.)
This breed of dogs is known as a smart and vigilant one. As German Shepherds proved to be confident and fearless local authorities such as the police K-9 unit use German Shepherds for police or military purposes.
4. Huskies (Weight: 44-66 lbs.)
Despite of their energy and intelligence this breed is not regarded as a good guard dog; this is due to its kind temperament and personality characteristics. However it should be marked that between 1979 and 1997 fifteen fatal cases were caused by huskies.
5. Alaskan Malamutes (Weight: 75-100 lbs.)
This breed requires a lot of exercises to be happy; when they are bored they may become disobedient .
6. Doberman Pinschers (Weight: 65-90 lbs.)
Doberman Pinschers are famed by such features as alertness, intelligence and loyalty. Therefore they are considered to be one of the best guard dog breeds. The dog usually attacks only in case its family is in danger or when being provoked.
7. Chow Chow (Weight: 50-70 lbs.)
The Chow Chow seems to be distant and independent, however they require staunch attention. If badly bred they can become aggressive dogs.
8. Presa Canario ( Weight: 80-115 lbs.)
It is well known that an attack of this guard dog can bring death to most any prey. One of the main features of this dog is its fearlessness, enormous power and man-stopping ability.
9. Boxer (Weight: 50-70 lbs.)
These dogs are intelligent, frisky and full of energy. It is not so easy to train them as they are self-willed breed. Boxers are not typically aggressive by nature.
10. Dalmatian (Weight: 40-70 lbs.)
This breed is distinguished by intelligence and perfect memory, independence and survival instincts. Sometimes Dalmatians can be aggressive towards people; they were chosen by many fireman to guard their pumpers.
Source: PetsDo, Pet Resource and Community