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Meet the 10 largest dogs in the world
Here is a selection of the 10 largest dogs in the world, in order to provide you with a first approach to their peculiarities.
1. Newfoundland
The Newfoundland, also known as Newfoundland, can measure about 76 cm and weighs between 60 and 90 kilos. Their life expectancy is 8-10 years.
2. Irish Wolfhound
This is a large dog, measuring between 70 and 90 cm, although its weight rarely exceeds 54 kilos. It has a life expectancy of 6-8 years.
3. English Mastiff
The English Mastiff is considered one of the largest dogs in the world, weighing up to 100 kilos. Its size ranges from 54 to 77 centimeters. It has a life expectancy of 6-10 years.
4. Saint Bernard
Weighing up to 100 kilos and ranging in size from 70 to 90 centimeters, this giant is a friendly and gentle dog. He will fill you with love in his 8-10 years of life.
5. Caucasian Shepherd
First bred in the northern Caucasus as a guard dog. It can measure up to 76 centimeters and weighs around 60 kilos. Its life expectancy is between 10 and 12 years.
6. Great Pyrenees
Also known as Pyr, this majestic dog is immensely strong. It can measure between 76 and 99 centimeters and weighs between 52 and 54 kilograms. It has a life expectancy of 10-12 years.
7. Great Dane
The Great Dane is a very old breed that is characterized by its gentleness. It is a loving and playful dog, friendly with children. It measures between 65 and 85 centimeters and weighs around 55 kilos. Its life expectancy is about 8 years.
8. Anatolian Shepherd
The Anatolian Shepherd was developed in Turkey for herding livestock. It is an excellent guard dog, very loyal and large in size. It can weigh between 75 and 90 kilos, and measures between 40 and 70 centimeters. Its life expectancy ranges from 11 to 13 years.
9. Leonberger
Weighing around 80 kilos and measuring 54-77 centimeters, this dog is, despite its imposing appearance, a gentle and familiar giant. Its life expectancy is 7-10 years.
10. Dogue de Bordeaux
Also called French Mastiff. The breed was developed in Bordeaux over 600 years ago. Made famous by appearing in the Tom Hanks movie “Turner and Hooch”.
