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Top Ten Aggressive Dogs

Chow Chow
Chow Chow

Aggression is the biggest issue with Chows, though it is a problem that can be avoided. Chows are naturally aggressive toward dogs of the same sex, and their hunting instincts can take over if presented with a small dog or a cat. Chows should be kept in a single-dog family, or raised alongside a second dog of the opposite sex and similar size.

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Doberman Pinscher
Doberman Pinscher

But they are observant dogs who can tell if you're a wishy-washy person. Doberman Pinschers need a confident owner. To teach your Doberman to listen to you, "Respect Training" is mandatory. Read more about Doberman Pinscher Training. Potential animal aggression. Some Doberman Pinschers are dominant or aggressive toward other dogs of the same sex.

Dalmatian
Dalmatian

A good Dalmatian is a dependable, dignified gentleman, yet high-spirited and playful. A good Dalmatian. However, there are lot of poorly-bred Dalmatians around, and these dogs can have serious temperament flaws. In addition, even a good Dalmatian needs plenty of exercise and companionship.

Rottweiler
Rottweiler

Interdog Aggression. Rottweilers can be at times party-poopers at the dog park. While some dogs love to party and mingle with other dogs, some Rottweilers prefer to be left alone and may not tolerate unruly behaviors by the average hyper Labrador or golden retriever.

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Jack Russell Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier

With a terrier's notoriously strong will, high intelligence, and independence, these dogs need spirited, experienced and creative owners. Types of Aggression There are two ways in which a dog can demonstrate aggressive tendencies: aggression towards another dog, and aggression towards a human.

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German Shepherd
German Shepherd

German Shepherds are loving dogs. They get attached to their owners and need their attention. However, if you do not spend time with your dog, it will try to grab your attention by barking, biting furniture, biting your foot, etc.

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American Staffordshire/ Pit Bull Terrier
American Staffordshire/ Pit Bull Terrier

Unfortunately, other breeders took the ancestors of the Amstaff and developed dogs whose purpose was to bait bulls and bears, stressing the aggressive nature of the dog in the fighting "pit," Once bull baiting and other such sports became illegal, these dogs were bred to participate in the sport of dog fighting.

Siberian Husky
Siberian Husky

Even though aggression isn’t as common in this breed of dog, it can happen. Husky Aggression can definitely be a way that this breed is showing a stage of dominance. This dog could be trying to show his/her dominance upon you.

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8 Hippopotamus
8 Hippopotamus

Hippopotamus Fight. Hippo aggression isn’t a myth but a fact. These are categorized as one of the most aggressive animal in the world. Even other dangerous animals including crocodiles and alligators won’t mess with them. Hippos are known to be very aggressive towards both of these types of animals.

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7 Cassowary
7 Cassowary

Between June 1996 and February 1997, six cassowaries were killed by dogs in the Cairns area and, of 35 cassowary attacks recorded by Kofron (1999) on dogs, 29 were in self-defence. Most incidents involving dogs concern a dog approaching or pursuing a cassowary; the cassowary, when possible, then faces at least one of the dogs, kicks it, and the dog is either lacerated or bodily punctured by the cassowary's foot claws.

6 Wolverine
6 Wolverine

Yes, these animals can be aggressive, but they only have a moderately strong bite: According to findings published in a 2007 research paper, the animal's bite force at the canines is 224 Newtons. Compare that to the highest number, 1646.7 Newtons, which belongs to the polar bear. Grizzlies, tigers, and lions aren’t far behind.

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5 Tasmanian Devil
5 Tasmanian Devil

Tasmanian Devil Facts: Most of the time, Tasmanian Devils are known just as devils. The symbol of Tasmanian National Parks and Wildlife Service is Tasmanian Devil. The main reason behind the decline of the population of Tasmanian Devil is a facial tumor that has rummaged them and caused about 20-50% decrease in their population.

4 Sun Bear
4 Sun Bear

10 Sun Bear Bears possess some of the most disagreeable personalities in the animal kingdom. While the Grizzly Bear immediately comes to mind as the most ferocious and dangerous bruin, it is actually a gentle giant compared to the true black sheep of the ursine rogue’s gallery.

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3 Saltwater Crocodile
3 Saltwater Crocodile

Brien said aggression in saltwater crocodiles is “hardwired from hatching” but there is no clear explanation why the species is so short-tempered. One theory is that competition with other crocodiles, combined with its sheer size, has instilled the aggression.

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2 Black Mamba
2 Black Mamba

Black mambas are fast, nervous, lethally venomous, and when threatened, highly aggressive. They are Africa's longest venomous snake, reaching up to 14 feet (4.5 meters) in length, They are also among the fastest snakes in the world, slithering at speeds of up to 12.5 miles per hour (20 kilometers per hour).

1 Wild Boar
1 Wild Boar

5. Mountain Cur – The Mountain Cur has been a hunting dog trusted by the early settlers of Virginia. The have a good temperament around people, and are excellent hog hunting dogs capable of tracking wild boar with ease. The have a brindle coat which means a multi-color coat that has varied patches of different color.

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