25 Largest Dog Breeds By Weight and Height

English Mastiff is the largest dog breed in terms of weight. They have massive bodies with broad skulls and heads of square appearance. English Mastiffs have thick necks that increase in breadth toward their shoulders.

Their paws are large and round with arching toes and black nails. One of the main features of this breed is the distinct black-colored mask that encompasses their short muzzle and facial area.

English Mastiff Facts

• Male Weight - 68 to 113 Kg (150 to 250 lb)
• Female Weight - 54 to 91 Kg (120 to 200 lb)
• Male Height -  76 cm (30 inches)
• Female Height - 70 cm (27.5 inches)

Caucasian Shephard is a guardian dog that is bold, and fearless when a threat is present but is kind and endearing to the family. There are various types of Caucasian dogs depending on the home region.

Caucasian Shephard has dark eyes and ears covered with hair for insulation. This breed has a strong, well-defined stop and broad and straight muzzle.

Caucasian Shephard Facts

• Male Weight - 50 to 100 Kg (110 to 220 lb)
• Female Weight - 45 to 80 Kg (100 to 180 lb)
• Male Height - 72 to 90 cm (28 to 35 inches)
• Female Height - 67 to 78 cm (26 to 31 inches)

Tosa Inu is a fighting dog that has a well-muscled and solid build. They carry their somewhat rectangular-shaped body with strength and dignity. Tosa Inu has a short and dense coat that lies close to the body.

This breed has a large broad head with well-defined features. Their muzzle is moderately long and square-shaped and their ears are small to medium size set high on the head. Tosa Inu comes in different types of colors such as fawn, brindle, and solid colors including black or blue.

Tosa Inu Facts

• Japanese Weight - 36 to 61 Kg (80 to 135 lb)
• Non-Japanese Weight - 60 to 90 Kg (130 to 200 lb)
• Height - 62 to 82 cm (24 to 32 inches)

Tibetan Mastiffs are traditionally known as flock guardian dogs in the high altitudes of the Tibetan Plateaus and Himalayas. This breed has a well-muscled and sturdy build with long legs and a deep chest.

They have a thick double coat that insulation against the cold and harsh weather. The outer part of the coat is coarse, straight, and long while the undercoat is soft and dense. Tibetan Mastiffs also have a mane around their neck.

This breed has a large and broad head with a moderately long and square-shaped muzzle. They come in various shades of grey, black and tan.

Tibetan Mastiff Facts

• Weight - 55 to 90 Kg  (121 to 198 lb) (can exceed 115 Kg) 
• Height - Up to 83 cm (33 inches)

Boerboel is a family guard dog that has a powerful and muscular build with broad shoulders and strong legs. This breed has a short and dense coat that lies close to its body.

Boerboel has a well-defined stop and muzzle that is broad and powerful. They are a highly intelligent and energetic breed that needs training and socialization from a young age.

Boerboel Facts

• Male Weight - 65 to 90 Kg (143 to 198 lb)
• Female Weight - 55 to 70 Kg (121 to 154 lb)
• Height - 60 to 77 cm (24 to 30 inches)

Bully Kutta is a working dog widely used for hunting and guarding purposes. This breed is also known as the Indian Mastiff.

Bully Kutta is responsive, aggressive, alert, and intelligent in nature. They have a massive and robust build with a thick neck, broad chest, and strong legs. Bully Kutta should only be owned by experienced dog owners.

Bully Kutta Facts

• Male Weight - 70 to 89 Kg (154 to 196 lb)
• Female Weight - 60 to 70 Kg (132 to 154 lb)
• Male Height - 76 to 86 cm (30 to 34 inches)
• Female Height - 75 to 80 cm (29.5 to 31.5 inches)

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St. Bernard is known to be the world's most famous and beloved breed as they are patient and watchful creatures. Their huge head has wrinkled brow, short muzzle, and dark eyes giving them a friendly expression.

This breed has either a smooth coat (close and flat) or a rough coat (dense and flat).

St. Bernard Facts

• Male Weight - 64 to 82 Kg (140 to 180 lb)
• Female Weight - 54 to 64 Kg (120 to 140 lb)
• Male Height - 71 to 76 cm (28 to 30 inches)
• Female Height - 66 to 71 cm (26 to 28 inches)

Great Dane is known to be the descant of hunting dogs that were bred for guarding estates and haunting boars during the middle ages. This breed has been referred to as gentle giants due to their affectionate and friendly nature.

They have a sleek and muscular build that is covered in a short coat that comes in different colors including brindle, harlequin, fawn, blue and black.

Great Dane Facts

• Weight - 50 to 82 Kg (110 to 180 lb)
• Male Height - 76 to 79 cm (30 to 31 inches)
• Female Height - 71 to 76 cm (28 to 30 inches)

Landseer is known to be the descendant of water dogs and livestock guardian dogs. They have a large head with a broad and slightly arched skull, broad muzzle, and almond-shaped eyes in dark brown color.

Landseer is a great family pets due to their gentleness and serenity.

Landseer Facts

• Male Weight - 65 to 80 Kg (143 to 176 lb)
• Female Weight - 60 to 75 Kg (132 to 165 lb)
• Male Height - 72 to 80 cm (28 to 31 inches)
• Female Height - 67 to 72 cm (26 to 28 inches)

Newfoundland is a working dog known to possess a sweet and lovable character. This breed has large bones, a muscular body, and a thick, oily, waterproof double coat to protect them from the cold.

They have a distinctive physical feature like webbed feet for swimming long distances.

Newfoundland Facts

• Male Weight - 65 to 80 Kg (143 to 176 lb)
• Female Weight -  55 to 65 Kg (121 to 143 lb)
• Male Height - 71 cm (28 inches)
• Female Height - 66 cm (26 inches)

Leonberger is a muscular, double-coated breed of German origin. They are known to be great family dogs as they tend to be loyal, intelligent playful.

This breed has a high energy level, and intelligence, and loves being around people and socializing.

Leonberger Facts

• Male Weight - 54 to 77 Kg (120 to 170 lb)
• Female Weight - 45 to 61 Kg (100 to 135 lb)
• Male Height - 71 to 80 cm (28 to 31 inches)
• Female Height - 65 to 75 cm (26 to 30 inches)

Bernese Mountain Dog has roots in Roman Mastiffs. They are one of the four dog breeds of Sennenhund-type dogs and were originally kept as farm dogs. This breed of dog was also used to transport carts of cheese and milk. 

Bernese Mountain Dog have highly muscular bodies with wide and strong backs. They have a distinctive tri-colored coat of rust, white and black color.

Bernese Mountain Dog Facts

• Male Weight - 56 to 75 Kg (100 to 160 lb)
• Female Weight - 40 to 65 Kg (90 to 140 lb)
• Male Height -  64 to 70 cm (25 to 27.5 inches)
• Female Height - 58 to 66 cm (23 to 26 inches)

Pyrenean Mountain Dog is a livestock guardian dog from France. This breed has a double coat that features a long, thick and flat outer coat and a woolly undercoat.

Pyrenean Mountain dogs are independent, territorial, gentle, and confident. They are more suitable for experienced dog owners since they are hard to motivate in training.

Pyrenean Mountain Dog Facts

• Male Weight - 45 to 73 Kg (100 to 160 lb)
• Female Weight - 39 to 52 Kg (85 to 115 lb)
• Male Height - 69 to 81 cm (27 to 32 inches)
• Female Height - 64 to 74 cm (25 to 29 inches)

Neapolitan Mastiff is an Italian mastiff guard dog. This breed has loose skin around the head and neck with grey, black, or leaden coats.

Neapolitan Mastiff is protective and loving toward their owner but is wary of strangers. These dogs are low-maintenance and easy-going companions.

Neapolitan Mastiff Facts

• Male Weight - 60 to 70 Kg (130 to 155 lb)
• Female Weight - 50 to 60 Kg (110 to 130 lb)
• Male Height - 65 to 75 cm (26 to 30 inches)
• Female Height - 60 to 68 cm (24 to 27 inches)

Irish Wolfhound has a rough coat with a strong and muscular breed that somewhat looks similar to a greyhound. This breed's head is long in proportion, with short and broad muzzles and dark eyes.

Irish Wolfhound is loyal, patient, affectionate, and tends to be good with kids.

Irish Wolfhound Facts

• Male Weight - 54 to 70 Kg (120 to 155 lb)
• Female Weight - 48 to 61 Kg (105 to 135 lb)
• Male Height - 81 to 86 cm (32 to 34 inches)
• Female Height - 76 cm (30 inches)

Douge De Bordeaux is the oldest French dog breed that date back as far as the 14th century. This breed has a massive head somewhat similar to a bulldog, a short coat, a deeply furrowed brow, and expressive eyes.

Douge De Bordeaux is known to be courageous, affectionate, and non-aggressive.

Douge De Bordeaux Facts

• Male Weight - 50 to 68 Kg (110 to 150 lb)
• Female Weight - 45 to 57 Kg (99 to 125 lb)
• Male Height - 61 to 69 cm (24 to 27 inches)
• Female Height - 58 to 66 cm (23 to 26 inches)

Kangal Shepherd Dog is a livestock guardian dog that is kept with flocks of sheep to fend off predators. This breed has an impressive balanced structure with a strong and muscular athletic body.

They have a short, thick, and dense coat to protect them from harsh weather conditions. Kangal Shepherd is calm, independent, controlled, and protective in nature.

Kangal Shepherd Dog Facts

• Male Weight - 50 to 66 Kg (110 to 145 lb)
• Female Weight - 41 to 54 Kg (90 to 120 lb)
• Male Height - 76 to 81 cm (30 to 32 inches)
• Female Height - 71 to 76 cm (28 to 30 inches)

Anatolian Shepherd has a short, dense coat, a broad and heavy head, and almond-shaped eyes. This breed is an excellent family pet due to its high protective instincts and loyalty. 

Anatolian Shepard is independent, dominant, and highly intelligent.

Anatolian Shepard Facts

• Male Weight - 50 to 65 Kg (110 to 143 lb)
• Female Weight - 40 to 55 Kg (88 to 121 lb)
• Male Height - 74 to 81 cm (29 to 32 inches)
• Female Height - 71 to 79 cm (28 to 31 inches)

Akbash is a Turkish breed livestock guardian dog that is known to be a rare breed of dog. This breed has a wedge-shaped head, pendant ears, close-cropped, slightly arched backs, and long legs. 

This canine has a long or medium-length double white coat. Akbash is brave, courageous, and highly affectionate.

Akbash Facts

• Weight - 34 to 63 Kg (75 to 140 lb)
• Height - 69 to 81 cm (27 to 32 inches)

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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is muscular and sturdy with a broad and flat head with a slight stop. Their muzzle has the same length as the back skull.

This breed of canine is enthusiastic and happy when they are around people or other dog breeds. They are also known to be gentle, fun-loving, and alert.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Facts

• Male Weight - 41 to 61 Kg (90 to 135 lb)
• Female Weight - 36 to 50 Kg (80 to 110 lb)
• Male Height - 65 to 72 cm (25.5 to 28.5 inches)
• Female Height - 60 to 69 cm (23.5 to 27 inches)

Black Russian Terrier has a large head, large bones, thick neck, and double coat with coarse outer hair over a softer undercoat. The dense coat must be trimmed to between two to six inches.

These dogs are courageous, calm, confident, and highly intelligent.

Black Russian Terrier Facts

• Male Weight - 50 to 60 Kg (110 to 132 lb)
• Female Weight - 45 to 50 Kg (99 to 110 lb)
• Male Height - 72 to 76 cm (28 to 30 inches)
• Female Height - 68 to 72 cm (27 to 28 inches)

Komondor is a unique breed that has a long, thick white coat with a soft undercoat and a coarser outer coat that combines to form cords. They have a calm, steady and fearless personality.

Komondor Facts

• Male Weight - 50 to 60 Kg (110 to 132 lb)
• Female Weight - 40 to 50 Kg (88 to 110 lb)
• Male Height - 80 cm (31.5 inches)
• Female Height - 65 cm (25.5 inches)

Cane Corso appears to be elegant with long and powerful muscles. This breed has a dense, short coat with a light undercoat. 

These dogs are fiercely loyal, affectionate, intelligent and versatile.

Cane Corso Facts

• Male Weight - 45 to 50 Kg (99 to 110 lb)
• Female Weight - 40 to 45 Kg (88 to 99 lb)
• Male Height - 62 to 70 cm (24 to 28 inches)
• Female Height - 58 to 66 cm (23 to 26 inches)

Scottish Deerhound is tall and slender that looks like a bigger version of a Greyhound. This breed has a flat and broad head and a black nose that tapers to a point. 

Scottish Deerhound has a gentle yet strong personality. They are also loyal, quiet, and extremely affectionate in nature.

Scottish Deerhound Facts

• Male Weight - 39 to 50 Kg (85 to 110 pounds)
• Female Weight - 34 to 43 Kg (75 to 95 pounds)
• Male Height - 76 to 81 cm (30 to 32 inches)
• Female Height - 71 cm (28 inches)

Dogo Argentino has a massive head, sturdy body, and dark and alert eyes with a short and smooth coat. This breed is known to have a big, powerful, energetic, intelligent, and headstrong personality.

Dogo Argentino Facts

• Male Weight - 40 to 45 Kg (88 to 99 lb)
• Female Weight - 35 to 40 Kg (77 to 88 lb)
• Male Height - 60 to 68 cm (24 to 27 inches)
• Female Height - 60 to 65 cm (24 to 26 inches)

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