Tosa
VS
Hungarian Vizsla
Tosa vs Hungarian Vizsla
Compare Tosa and Hungarian Vizsla 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
Tosa
Hungarian Vizsla
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
70 – 75 cm
54 – 64 cm
Weight
60 – 90 kg
18 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 12 years
10 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
3/5
2/5
Grooming needs
1/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
1/5
Barking level
3/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Tosa
Low grooming
Easy to train
Giant
Hungarian Vizsla
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Summary
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.
About Hungarian Vizsla
Hungarian Vizsla: medium, athletic gundog with a short golden‑rust coat and expressive amber eyes. Affectionate, people‑oriented and high‑energy, it needs daily exercise, mental stimulation and gentle, consistent training. Clean, easy‑care coat; bonds closely with active families.
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