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About Tosa Puppies, Breeders & DogFacts
The Tosa, originating in Japan, is an extra large Working type guardian breed historically developed in Kochi Prefecture by crossing native Shikoku Inu with Western mastiffs, bulldogs, and Great Danes to create a formidable sumo style fighting dog, now valued as a calm family protector. AKC classifies the Tosa in the Foundation Stock Service. Males typically stand 24.5-32 inches tall and weigh 100-200 pounds, carrying a short, dense, smooth coat in red, fawn, apricot, black, or brindle that needs only weekly brushing. Dignified, quiet, and deeply loyal, Tosas require moderate daily exercise, early socialization, and experienced, confident owners in spacious homes.
Breed Characteristics
Temperament
Tosa dogs are known for: Dignified, Courageous, Patient, Stoic, Reserved.
- Dignified
- Courageous
- Patient
- Stoic
- Reserved
Family & Household Compatibility
- Children: best suited to homes with older children or adults; supervision recommended.
- Other dogs: may need careful introductions; not always dog friendly.
- Cats: strong prey drive may make cohabitation with cats challenging.
Known Health Considerations
Hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, bloat (GDV), cardiac issues
When researching Tosa breeders, ask for documentation of health screening on both parents. Ethical breeders test for breed appropriate conditions through OFA, PennHIP, or breed club specified DNA panels before breeding.
Before You Choose a Tosa Puppy
- Can I see health screening documentation for both parents?
- Are the parents registered with the AKC or relevant breed club?
- What is your return policy if the dog cannot remain in my home?
- Can I visit, meet the parents, and see where the puppies are raised?
- Do you provide a written health guarantee and vaccination records?
Screened Tosa breeders on PuppyReports have submitted documentation, responded to the platform, and maintain an active PuppyReports™ Card. Research any breeder before you make a commitment.
Featured Ethical Tosa Breeder
Members of the Canine Ethics Leadership Circle™ who breed Tosa appear here, submitted health documentation, full record transparency, and a signed Canine Ethics Standard. One breeder per breed.
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About these recommendations. PuppyReports surfaces the basic health screening recommendations for each breed in accordance with the principles established by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) program. The OFA, working with each breed’s primary US parent club, sets the recommended testing list per breed. Recommendations may vary by country and region (US OFA CHIC, European FCI, UK Kennel Club, Australian National Kennel Council, etc.). Always review current requirements with your breed’s parent club for your jurisdiction. Last reviewed: 2026-05-02.
Sources & further reading: American Kennel Club breed information; Orthopedic Foundation for Animals CHIC program (ofa.org/chic programs). Breed data sourced from PuppyReports™ breeds database. Last reviewed: 2026-04-24.