The first mention of dog fights has its roots in the distant past. In many cultures, dogfights were a favorite entertainment. At present, in the main part of the civilized world, this type of pastime is officially banned. At the same time, countries like Japan and Russia, as well as most countries in South Africa, Central Asia and Latin America, continue to practice dog fights.
It should be noted that dog fights are not only a confrontation of dogs themselves. This term also implies the harassment of other animals: from rats to such exotic types of duels as with the participation of monkeys.
Types of Fighting Dogs
Fighting - a breed bred and / or trained specifically for participation in fights. This group includes a fairly large list of varieties. We will consider only the most powerful fighting dogs.
Phila Brasileiro
Due to increased aggressiveness in many countries is not allowed to standard exhibitions. Has exceptional watchful qualities. He does not take strangers and is ready to fight for his territory to the finish.
Buli Kuta (Pakistan mastiff)
Rare breed. Can boast of excellent characteristics as a guard dog . In battles, he shows himself well, thanks to physical parameters: strength and huge size.
Cane Corso
A breed whose roots go back to the time of Ancient Rome. The Italians even have a proverb "brave as corso". The very name of this breed from Latin translates as "defender". Incredibly loyal to his master breed.
Alano Espanoyol (Spanish Bulldog)
Legendary breed, the first mention of which dates back to the fourteenth century. Like the whole family of bulldogs, it was bred for bullying bulls. Has a very powerful jaw and strong limbs. Compared with English bulldogs , it differs in larger sizes. To date, there are only a few dozen individuals.
Caucasian Shepherd Dog (Wolfhound)
A breed that has long been used for hunting and protection. Has an impressive mass, due to which it is able to protect the herd from a wolf or bear. The fighting style of this dog differs from others: it purposefully chooses a victim and silently creeps up to it for an attack.
Presa Canario
A breed that originates in the Canary Islands. History has been mentioned since the eighteenth century, when English settlers began training these fighting dogs for the purpose of protecting settlements, as well as for entertaining battles.
Argentinean dog
It is considered the heir to the extinct fighting Cordoba. Breeders tried to leave the external data of the predecessor, while reducing the aggressiveness of the breed. For hunting is not suitable even in a new incarnation. In a number of countries it is a prohibited species.
American Pit Bull Terrier
One of the best fighting dogs. The most popular breed in the United States. Legends about the invincibility. At the same time, according to professional breeders, this dog stopped in its development and today, by a number of factors, is inferior to some more exotic breeds.
American bandog mastiff
The literal translation is "a dog on a chain". Historically it was used for the protection of territories. Depending on the training, these fighting dogs can be both the best in the world bodyguards, and cruel aggressors.
English Staff (Staffordshire Bull Terrier)
Strong fighting breed. It was bred in the eighteenth century. Already puppies these fighting dogs perfectly show their leadership qualities, but because of the specific structure of the body designed for bullying bulls, little is used in dog fights.
Tosa Inu
A royal breed, considered the property of Japan. With respect to certain rules of content, these fighting dogs become the embodiment of wisdom and courage. They are sumo wrestlers of the canine world.