As descendants of wolves, the genetic trail is still find in the dog, where some of them can be

more dangerous than others in specific situations. Dogs are animals and can be unpredictable at
times and show signs of aggression when pushed to their limits.
Aggression in dogs is one of the most commonly studied subjects in the canine scientific
literature. With other most dangerous dogs, this is a result of what humans have done to them
over the years.
Fortunately, nearly every dog, with isolated exceptions, can be trained and socialized to the
point of being less aggressive and less dangerous to the public.

20 Most Dangerous Dogs Known for Aggression

1 Akita
Independent and powerful, the Akita breed is not a dog for a first-time owner. This dog breed has
a dominant personality, which means they might just walk all over someone who owns a new
dog. Akita is aloof where it comes to strangers and does not care very much for anyone outside
of their family.
If not appropriately trained, Akita dogs can become aggressive and territorial. They have bitten
people in the past because of these reasons, as this story describes. Statistics speak for
themselves, and it is surprising to see Akita as one of the most dangerous dogs. Be cautious
when your dog is dealing with unfamiliar animals, especially smaller dog breeds.
Akitas are not very tolerant of other dogs who are of the same sex as they are, which means it
will be better to own a male and female if you would like to have two. This breed has an affinity
for children, mainly if they have grown up in a household where there are kids present.
Another time to practice caution with Akitas is when it comes to their dog food. They will react
aggressively when bothered while eating, and this resource guarding behavioral issue needs to be
address when the dog is still a puppy. With proper dog training, Akitas make lovely pets; do not
leave them unattended with other small animals.

2 Rottweiler
Speaking of Rottweilers, this passive yet attentive large dog is considered one of the most
dangerous dogs and the most aggressive dog breed. It is one of those breeds that many people
fear because of the news that follows them, and the statistics have shown this to be partially true.
However, when raised from puppies and trained well, Rottweilers (or Rotties) can be wonderful
pets and excellent guard dogs. Socialization is a must for them as puppies.
The Rottweiler is a very relaxed dog in general until it comes to their home and family is in
danger, or what they may perceive as danger. Because of its giant stature and strength, this dog
breed is not one people tend to mess with.
3 Dogo Argentino
Dogo Argentino is also known as the Argentinean Mastiff. These dogs seem to have a worse
reputation than the Pit Bulls when it comes to lists of most dangerous or most aggressive dogs.
It's not a widely known breed, and indeed not a dog you hear of often. White and very large,
these dogs have almost no markings on their bodies. Any type of marking will consider the
dog flawed.
Dogo Argentino breed was bred for hunting big game and being a loyal guard dog, and are often
consider as one of the best hunting dogs for particular types of hunts. Even though the Dogo
Argentino is regard as a dangerous breed, they are good with children if socialized with them
from a young age.
Some experts say that most of the aggressive traits were breed out, and even though this is the
case, Dogo Argentino dogs (alongside a few other breeds on this list) are still ban in Australia,
United Kingdom, Ukraine, and Singapore. In the United Kingdom, it is illegal to own this breed
or a Pit Bull unless the authorities have been notify about it.

4 German Shepherd
The German Shepherd is hands down one of the most favorite breeds for most people, right there
with Huskies, even though a reputation as one of the most dangerous dogs in the world tends to
follow them around, and rightfully so. This working breed has earned its name as the best police
dog breed but can become aggressive and dangerous when it is not doing anything constructive
to let out all that energy. They were breed to always be doing something, even if it's a long run or
hike.
The German Shepherd Dog (or GSD) cannot be left at home all day with nothing to do, and they
need constant exercise. Otherwise, you'll come home to a bored dog who will most likely knock
you over, not to mention your house might be in chaos.
The German Shepherd isn't good for any first-time dog owners and should be train with a lot of
understanding and respect. GSDs are very loyal without fault and will protect their home and
family to death.
6 Saint Bernard
Saint Bernard is last on the list, but surely will be surprising for anyone who has seen
"Beethoven" movies. Unfortunately, these large dogs with their passive temperaments are not
easy to train, which eventually has put them on the list of the most dangerous dogs in the world
(although nowhere near the top).
Shy and timid, Saint Bernards, who end up in situations that spook them, can lead to dangerous
outbursts and show a lot of aggressive behavior towards everybody around. Their size and
strength are what hits another mark.
They aren't easy to train and tend to have a headstrong attitude when it comes to doing what they
are telling, this seems to be a bigger problem with males because of their dominant personalities.
Socialization and training are essential when adopting this breed, but they do make amazing
companions when given the right tools.

5 Tosa Inu
Another rare breed, particularly in the west, the Tosa Inu is a dog that was breed in Japan. They
were bred primarily as fighting dogs and are ban in some countries, like Dublin and Hong Kong.
To this day, Tosa Inu (or just Tosa) are still used in dogfighting in many parts of the world and is
easily one of the most dangerous dogs you can adopt.
This dog breed is known to bite their owners, and it doesn't help that they have mighty jaws. As
you have probably already guessed, the Tosa Inu is not a family pet and will not do well when
there are children around. It will take many years to breed out all the bad trains that have led it to
be the breed today.
7 Perro de Presa Canario
Perro de Presa Canario, a Mastiff dog breed derived from the Canary Islands and was bred to be
a guard dog. They are mighty, large dogs who have a love for swimming. Intelligent, calm, and
self-confident sums up the Perro de Presa Canario. However, they are also often part of any list
of most dangerous dogs for several reasons.
This breed is not for the inexperienced owner, and lots of research must do so for anyone looking
to adopt this dog. They are extremely suspicious of strangers and need very early training as well
as socialization. But even with early training and social activities, these aggressive dogs remain
on guard, which could lead to trouble. High energy, high prey drive, and extremely territorial, the
Perro de Presa Canario needs a job to do. Without proper exercise and stimulation, this breed
may become destructive.
8 Cane Corso
This mean-looking dog was initially breed to be a hunting companion to avid hunters, and
because of their strength, Cane Corso was great at catching mountain lions and boar.
This breed is one of the most dangerous dogs because they have a high prey drive and will be
well suited with someone who is exceptionally well familiar with the breed and understands how
to train and keep them. Nowadays, they're also becoming more popular as good police dogs.
The Cane Corso is not a good dog to own when you have kids in the family due to their
rebellious and unruly nature. They've never know as great with kids, and they need training from
a very early age and have to be socialized from puppyhood too.
10 Siberian Husky
One of the oldest known breeds to man, the Husky, very closely resembles the wolf. These dogs
were breed to pull sleds and work, and to see how popular they are, and it may be surprising to
some to know that it's also consider as one of the most dangerous dog breeds. They have very
high energy and, therefore, need an owner who will put all that energy to good use.
The Siberian Husky tends to be wild and somewhat skittish, so early dog training methods and
puppy socialization are necessary. Getting your Husky puppy used to different situations, people,
and also other animals (particularly small breeds or cats) is extremely important.
The Husky has a high prey drive, so it won't be wise to leave them alone with other small
animals in general. Since they can be skittish, unfamiliar places and sudden movements might
cause this dog to get into the protective mode and bite.
9 American Pit Bull Terrier
The American Pit Bull Terrier (a close cousin of American Staffordshire) has been on the doggy
radar for the last decade as one of the most dangerous dogs in the world with dog bite statistics
ranking it second-highest after the Rottweiler. This breed has been use in dogfighting for a very
long time.
Strong and muscular with a significant jaw bite power that can crack bones, it's understandable
why this breed is still consider as one of the most aggressive and dangerous, and why so many
people continue to have a fear of Pit Bulls.
There used to be a myth that American Pit Bulls were once nanny dogs and would look after the
kids when the parents went out. It has since been debunk. Nowadays, not many people go out to
adopt American Pit Bull Terriers, even though they make fantastic family pets and are great with
kids when raised and trained well.
Even though Pit Bulls are one of the most dangerous breeds, not all stories about them are true.
Did you know that American Pit Bulls are less likely to bite than a Labrador in most cases? Their
patience outweighs their dangerous nature. Although an experienced handler and a professional
trainer are critical when owning one of these dogs.

11 Gull Dong
The Gull Dong originates from Pakistan, and it's one of the rarest dog breeds. We don't see many
Gull Dong dogs in the west. This beautiful dog can be wary and very suspicious of strangers,
which might cause aggressive and dangerous behavior. They tend to have a grumpy nature and
are not generally suite as family pets.
An experienced owner is a definite must when thinking of adopting one of these dogs. They have
known to turn on their owners before and are not suited for living in apartments and homes with
small yards.
Given their size and strength, and the fact that they are considered one of the most dangerous dog
breeds, it's best to learn this breed well before adopting one (provided you can find them). These
dogs thrive when living on farms and working.
12 Wolfdog (Wolf-Dog Hybrid)
Any dog with the wolf in their name will most certainly bring forth challenges and assumptions
about that breed. There are several wolves like dog breeds, but one, in particular, is simply called
Wolfdog. It has a high prey drive and therefore needs to be exercise every single day to keep
them from getting bored and becoming very aggressive and attacking other animals. Because of
its large size, this breed can knock over children and even small adults when in a bad mood.
Mostly due to their breeding history, this is one of the most dangerous dog breeds and not a dog
for a first-time owner. The Wolfdog hybrid will thrive with someone who understands their
needs and caters to them.
Any owner who owns these potentially dangerous dogs should have a strong personality and not
allow the dog to do whatever he wants. There's still a lot of wild in this breed, so make sure to do
your research before venturing out and adopting one.
14 Doberman Pinscher
The Doberman Pinscher breed was primarily breed to be intimidating, which makes sense that so
many movies use this dog when scenes with scrapyards are present. They are known as one of
the most aggressive dogs, but only because they're known to protect their owners. That does not
mean they are violent, but it does mean that a professional dog trainer is best used to train this
breed.
Naturally, anything that would seem like a threat to a Doberman's handler will immediately meet
with a Doberman Pinscher with a ferocious tenacity. Their main focus is always aggression. This
breed is commonly used as a guard dog or for self-defense. They also rank pretty high on the dog
bite statistics alongside Pit Bulls and Rottweilers.
13 Alaskan Malamute
A close cousin to Huskies, the Alaskan Malamute, is not only another beautiful dog breed but
also one of the most dangerous dogs we have today. This slow learner is a large dog with a
personality to match. They are resourceful and brilliant, with a very high prey drive, which
means being cautious when smaller animals are around.
The Alaskan Malamute is an unreliable watchdog and very difficult to train for most people.
Training and socialization an Alaskan Malamute is significant from a young age because this
breed can be very aggressive towards other dogs. It's best to avoid adopting this dog as an adult
unless you know what you're doing.

15 Rhodesian Ridgeback
Rhodesian Ridgeback is also known as African Lion Hounds. These dogs did what their name
entails. They hunted lions and kept farms and their stock safe from predators, which they were
initially breed for.
Today, Rhodesian Ridgeback is much more family-friendly, and you can see them in many
households. However, they are still consider as one of the most dangerous dogs due to their
aggressive nature and a strong sense of prey drive. The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a large dog that
built for strength and speed in particular. They are very cautious with strangers and will protect
their family to no avail.
16 Boerboel
Boerboels, another rare dog breed, are vast and dangerous dogs. Their heads can sometimes be
twice the size of ours. this dog breed was breed to keep lions and hyenas from picking their
owners' sheep and cattle, which should tell you something about their strength and fierceness.
The Boerboel tends to be a very passive dog in general, but once settled in with their family, they
don't take kindly to anyone they don't know entering their property. This is another dog who
needs a strong handler due to their size and somewhat strange attitude. It's best to keep them
away from children and other animals unless they were raise alongside them as puppies.
18 Chow Chow
The Chow Chow is ranked high on the list of as one of the most dangerous dog breeds in the
world because they've know to turn on their handlers, simply because they get bored. Usually
considered a very lazy dog breed, they still require some exercise to expend their energy. Chow
Chows don't like strangers and can be very irritable when they aren't give an outlet.
This breed needs an owner with a strong personality who won't allow this dog to walk. As with
most of the dangerous dogs on this list, the Chow Chow must be adequately trained and
socialized at a young age to avoid aggression issues.
19 Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Czechoslovakian Vlcak breed is another wolf and dog hybrid. Mainly, it's a mix between the
German Shepherd and Carpathian Wolf, and very much looks like the Wolf part of its breeding.
The Czechoslovakian Vlcak is a courageous and fearless dog with a high prey drive. They are
brilliant and curious animals who can run miles upon miles without tiring.
They are very loyal to their families, although when it comes to children, there should be
supervision when the dog interacts with the kids when it comes to children. When it comes to
strangers, they can be suspicious and very aloof, which makes them one of the most dangerous
dog breeds.
 That is an independent and dominant breed, so it's not for a first-time owner. They can't be left
alone for long periods, or they will howl for their family. It can lead to problems with neighbors.
As with any other dog and even more so, this breed needs lots of stimulation and exercise;
otherwise, you will have a massive problem on hand.

19 Boxer
Many people don't think of the Boxer as one of the most dangerous dogs. However, it's only very
partially true. Typically, Boxers are a playful and high energy breed with a powerful bite and a
firm jaw. They can be distrustful towards strangers due to their automatic guardian like persona
when it concerns their family.
The Boxer is terrific with children, and widely considered a family pet. Surprising for a dog that
makes the list of one of the most dangerous dog breeds, but they're so fiercely loyal that they are
only a danger to other animals and people who aren't in their family.
They tend to be headstrong and need consistent training from puppyhood. As a working breed,
the Boxer needs lots of stimulation and exercise. Positive reinforcement is the best way to train
any Boxer. This breed can be standoffish towards larger breed dogs of the same sex, but enjoy
the company of smaller dogs.
20 Staffordshire Bull Terrier
The British cousin to our American mentioned above, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, also
affectionately known as the Staffy, this dog has a reputation that doesn't seem to fit the bill.
Fearless, loyal, energetic, and strong-willed, all this dog needs is a lot of stimulation, training,
and early socialization to keep him out of trouble. Nevertheless, it's still one of the breeds to
watch out for.
The only thing that makes this one of the most dangerous dogs is that it doesn't like other dogs
very much, but they are good with kids. Either way, this is something that can be work on from
puppyhood, and with proper training methods can be easily solved.