Keeshond
VS
Tosa
Keeshond vs Tosa
Compare Keeshond and Tosa side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Keeshond
Tosa
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
48 – 49 cm
70 – 75 cm
Weight
14 – 20 kg
60 – 90 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
10 – 12 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
2/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
5/5
1/5
Shedding
5/5
2/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Keeshond
Great with kids
Easy to train
Medium
Tosa
Low grooming
Easy to train
Giant
Summary
About Keeshond
The Keeshond is a medium, sturdy spitz with a thick wolf‑grey double coat and trademark eye “spectacles.” A devoted family companion, it is affectionate, alert, and vocal but rarely aggressive. Intelligent and lively, it trains well with gentle methods and needs regular brushing and daily interaction.
About Tosa
The Tosa is a large, powerful Japanese breed, calm and dignified at home yet naturally protective. Loyal and often devoted to one person, it needs experienced handling, early socialisation and consistent training. Short-coated but high-commitment, it faces legal restrictions in some countries.
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