Top Ten: Dogs with the strongest bites

Dogs are powerful animals. While some dogs are bred to be small companions, others are bred to be ultimate beasts with extreme power, but still be gentle enough to be around people. How strong is the strongest dogs bite? Humans have a bite force of about 160 pounds, while the average dog can bite at around 230 pounds. Just remember,it takes about 500 pounds to break a human skull.

10: German Shepherd: 238 pounds of pressure

The German Shepherd is chosen for police because it is agile, strong, and has a threatening bark. These dogs also bite pretty hard.

9: Doberman Pinscher: 245 pounds of pressure

The Doberman is a sleek, lithe, muscular and long-legged dog with a powerful bite. These dogs are also commonly seen with police forces.

8: Rottweiler: 328 pounds of pressure

The third German dog on this list, the Rottweiler has a stronger bite than the last two. Contrary to popular belief, the Rottweiler's brain doesn't grow and cause the dog to become aggressive.

7: Akita Inu: 350 pounds of pressure

The Akita Inu (both American and Japanese) has an incredible bite force. These dogs are not for beginning owners. Did you know that an elderly man lost both of his legs due to an Akita attack? Read about it here: https://www.newsweek.com/grandad-man-legs-amputated-sepsis-dog-attack-akita-brother-law-1651857#:~:text=A%20grandfather%20has%20had%20both,46%2Dyear%2Dold's%20funeral.

6: Leonberger: 399 pounds of pressure

The final German dog on this list, the Leonberger has a stronger bite than the other three. But, don't let that fool you. These dogs are gentle giants and will almost never bite.

5: Presa Canario: 450 pounds of pressure

The Canario dog is a powerful dog with a powerful bite. They come from the Canary Islands where they are used to herd and drive cattle.

4: Japanese Tosa: 556 pounds of pressure

The Tosa has a bite powerful enough to crush a humans skull. The Tosa was bred as a Japanese fighting dog, hence their strong bites and tight muscles.

3: Dogue de Bordeaux: 556 pounds of pressure

Tied with the Tosa, the French Mastiff has a pretty hard bite as well. However, these dogs are friendly with people.

2: Cane Corso: 700 pounds of pressure

The Cane Corso was said for a long time to have the strongest bite out of any dog breed. These dogs can bite harder than an African Lion (650). However, the next dog clearly outranks this Italian Mastiff.

1: Kangal Shepherd: 743 pounds of pressure

The strongest jaws belong to the Kangal. Kangal dogs have the power to fight bears, wolves, and whatever else dares to attack livestock.

I wonder if these dogs can still bite hard without teeth or it'll just be an uncomfortable amount of pressure. Cars can kill you if they have tires or they don't, so maybe? 🤔 Happy reading, and of course, Canine Good.