11 Biggest Dogs in the World

They come in all sizes, shapes and colors and have been humans' best friends for centuries. Various dog breeds around the

world

have been trained by humans to play important roles, from hunter to guard, from shepherd to companion. The size of some of these breeds has been of great importance. whether it is to hunt larger animals or guard a home with more authority or even just to have the mass needed to survive in freezing climates, but of all the dog breeds in the

world

, who are the largest, let's find out. Welcome to another episode of For Evergreen Today.

We are counting down the 10 largest

dogs

in the world. If you thought Great Danes were the tallest

dogs

, then make sure you stay at number one because this lesser-known breed is even taller. Bully number 11, Cuda, this huge dog is known as a bully. cuda or Pakistani mastiff and is a direct descendant of the alaunt, an ancient breed of large short-code hunting dogs bred to hunt and fight alongside horses and defend their masters' camps. Some rare specimens of bully kuta have reached 200 pounds and can support up to 44 inches tall and, if well exercised, can pack on a large amount of muscle, although they are no longer used in battle.

Bully cudas are still not that friendly, which is actually their main selling point if you need a guard dog. Bulikutas are perfect because they get along with humans they respect, but will attack other animals and strangers. French Mastiff Number 10. You may recognize this iconic mug as the Hound of Bordeaux, more commonly known as the French Mastiff. They also have other names like the Bordeaux Mastiff and the Bardot, no matter what you choose to call them, this breed stands 27 inches tall and weighs up to 150 pounds and although other French breeds like the Poodle, Basset Hound, and French Bulldog are The most famous French breeds, The Mastiff is one of the oldest breeds in the country, although its face may look intimidating, this powerful dog is incredibly loyal and affectionate back in the days when they were jacks of all trades and used for anything , from watching the house to caring for flocks and even shooting.

Carts today are still very active outdoors, but they are a gentle and gentle family companion when indoors. Newfoundland Number 9 The Newfoundland is a large-boned, muscular working dog that is also a powerful swimmer and a great dog. water rescue unlike several larger breeds which was the Newfoundland. It was not bred to become a guard dog, but rather its original purpose was to help fishermen carry nets and lines from boats, pull carts and, most Importantly, pick up anything that falls overboard, including people. Yeah, that's how big and muscular these guys are. In fact, there have been many rescues.

Of the people in the sea are credited with these large owner-oriented dogs, they may not look like it, but the fallen ones are between 27 and 30 inches tall, which is about as tall as the average Great Dane. They also weigh an incredible 150 pounds which is about as much as the average human and they look even larger due to their thick double coat which keeps them warm even in icy water number eight saint bernards if you can't get a newfoundland then saint bernards They are another breed of big, furry, calm companions. Beware of the Saint Bernard, originally bred in the Swiss Alps and northern Italy as a rescue dog, he is a huge, friendly, ever-drooling affection machine that stands up to 35 inches tall and is also one of the heaviest dogs ​​in the world, averaging around 200 pounds.

Some of these guys have even been known to reach weights of up to 260 pounds. The monks of St. Bernard's Hospice are credited with training dogs for rescue and playing a role in the development of the breed as we know it today. However, today's saint. Bernards are mostly family dogs and are most famous for being kind, loving and friendly dogs that are great with families and children, apparently they are also great with kittens. Lienberger number 7 If you thought the huge Lienburger looked like a cross between a Newfoundland and a Saint Bernard, that's because it was in the mid-1840s, Heinrich Essig of Leonberg, Germany, crossed a New Fallon with a Saint Bernard for four generations and then added a perennial mountain dog to the mix, eventually resulting in what is known as the lion burger, similar to their ancestors, these males can weigh up to 200 pounds and measure an incredible 31 inches tall, although they were bred as pets like the Saint Bernard and the Newfoundland Lion.

Burgers do very well at everything from water rescue to tracking and herding, if there is an activity that requires strength and brains the Leone Burger will probably be good at it, but there is really only one breed of dog giant familiar before we move on to our next massive hound, here's a quick challenge if you can leave a like on this video. that subscribe button and activate notifications in less than five seconds you will have 10 years of incredible luck. Hurry up and try it. It actually works. The number six English mastiff grows to a height of 30 inches and weighs up to 250 pounds.

The English Mastiff is considered one of the largest dog breeds in the world, as you know, a Great Dane holds the record for the tallest dog, but an English Mastiff holds the record for being the heaviest. The largest weight for a dog ever recorded was an English Mastiff named Akama Zorba, who weighed an incredible 343 pounds, about twice as much as the average human. With his size also comes bravery, which is an important part of the purpose. past of the race. In the past, English mastiffs participated in all kinds of blood sports, such as. As bears, bulls and even lions are attacked today, their courage and boldness take a backseat while their sides Loyal, gentler and even-tempered, they come into their roles as family dogs, so if your children are asking for a gentle dog and you are looking for someone big enough to scare off intruders, this breed should be your first option.

Neapolitan mastiff number 5. This breed comes in several colors including black blue mahogany and fawn. You've probably already noticed that mastiff breeds are some of the largest in terms of sheer mass. Used primarily as a guard dog, the average male Neapolitan Mastiff stands around 30 inches tall and can weigh up to 155 pounds, while females are usually be a little smaller, they are a few inches shorter and weigh 110 to 130 pounds. The Neapolitan mastiff originated in the south. Italy and is known for fearlessly protecting his home and family, making him an ideal guard dog, but not the best warning system.

Neapolitan Mastiffs are best known for sneaking up on intruders rather than barking to warn them, for example. I certainly don't want to come between a Neapolitan Mastiff and his family, and if you're thinking about getting one, you'll need to put some serious training time into socializing your Scottish Deerhound dog number four, making him less bulky and more legged. breeds, the Scottish greyhound reveals its entire purpose and origin with its name originally from Scotland. These guys were once used to hunt red deer and could easily chase down their prey with those long legs. Hunting dogs will stand up to 32 inches tall and weigh that much. about 110 pounds and although they don't hunt deer today, some enthusiasts still use them for shows and in some places practice a dog sport that involves chasing a mechanically operated lore with a lanky body designed for speed, these guys have a similar build to greyhounds that did not make today's list because the deer hound is much larger and heavier than its less hairy counterpart number three caucasian shepherd traditionally used to herd livestock the caucasian shepherd is a beautiful breed from Eastern Europe that is best Reserve for experienced dog owners who excel at obedience and socialization with large size comes with great responsibility and with an average height of 30 inches and a massive weight of up to 220 pounds, the Caucasian Shepherd is surely not an easy walk down the road. park, literally, and not only because of its size but also because this breed can have difficulty getting along with other dogs and become aggressive if it feels threatened, but if you think you have what it takes to train and care for one of these beauties so that is well socialized, you will have a dog that can definitely keep you warm and safe at night, now it's time for today's subscriber selection, we asked our subscribers to send in their photos of their friendliest animals and today's miniature selection was sent to us by a subscriber wondering about this amazing image of Great Dane number 2, Great Danes, although they are not the Heaviest dogs Great Danes are among the tallest, often measuring between 28 and 30 inches tall, but often they could be even taller.

The world record holder for the tallest dog was a late Great Dane named Zeus, who stood an incredible 44 inches tall. Unfortunately, Great Danes trade longevity for size and live only 6 to 8 years, which is a pittance compared to most breeds that live 10 to 15 years. The Great Zeus died of old age at just five years old. The Great Dane is also known as the German Mastiff but Before establishing its official roots in Germany, the dog that eventually became known as the Great Dane breed actually came from a cross between English Mastiffs and Irish Wolfhounds and, although they are normally Consider the largest dog breed, you're about to meet some others. breeds that give the Great Dane a serious run for its money and if you stay up to number one you will meet a lesser known breed that is actually even higher, the number 1 Irish Wolfhound and finally at the top of our list there is a taller dog. than most Great Danes, while the tallest dog in the world is in fact a Great Dane with a standard 35 inches tall, the Irish Wolfhound can often keep up with the average Great Dane and often They even become much taller, yes, the Irish Wolfhound can Basically become as tall as a donkey, these brave dogs originated in Ireland and, contrary to popular belief, were not crossed with wolves, in fact, They were used to hunt wolves even before they were used in war to drag men. outside of horses and carts and, although they may appear ferocious, the breed has long left those jobs in the past and adapts perfectly well to family life if properly socialized and that's it for the 10 largest dogs in the world, which of these would you want? to have as a pet, let us know in the comments below and if you found this video interesting, you will love our video on the 10 most expensive dog breeds in the world.