Top 10 Rarest Large Dog Breeds Around The World

For many dog lovers, canines are important members of the family, there are a lot of popular breeds such as Labrador Retriever, German Shepherd, and The Beagle...
Some people want an uncommon hound, so if you want to adopt a rare breed, discover this list of 10 exotic and large dog types that are out of the common.

1. Fila Brasileiro

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Also known as the Brazilian Mastiff, a large working breed of dog developed in Brazil. This variety is famous for its aggressive nature and excellent tracking ability. Fila Brasileiro is an excellent guard canine and incredibly loyal to its owners.

2. Beauceron

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The Beauceron is a large dog, weighing 70 to 110 pounds, with a defensive personality. The breed is active, athletic, and flexible, which makes a perfect pet for only a small minority of dog owners.

3. Kuvasz

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The Kuvasz, is an ancient breed of livestock dog of Hungarian origin. This large and gorgeously fluffy breed is a great watchdog and very loyal to its owners. The Kuvasz is a challenging dog because of its intelligence and independence.

4. Caucasian Shepherd

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The Caucasian Shepherd is a Russian breed of large livestock guardian dogs from the Caucasus Mountains. This fluffy dog looks like an oversized teddy bear, but it has a hard-to-train, fiercely protective nature.

5. Hovawart

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Hovawart is a German breed, a faithful and confident dog who makes perfect guard canine. This dog is high maintenance pet who needs plenty of exercise, socialization, and training.

6. Akbash

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The Akbash is local to Turkey, and it is essentially utilized as a domesticated animal watchman pooch or shepherd hound. This white-coated dog can be a family companion or show dog as well. The Akbash has many good qualities, but he is not the easiest to live with.

7. Afghan Shepherd

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As the name suggests the Afghan Shepherd is from Afghanistan. Also known as Kuchi, this breed is a working dog, who has a thick and dense coat with any color, dark spots. This animal is a playful, excited barking, and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.

8. Maremma Sheepdog

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A big, white Italian flock guard averaging 66 to 100 pounds. A wonderful domesticated animal and perfect rural living dog.
Maremma Sheepdogs are large, loyal, and protective family pets that needs lots of mental stimulation, they are known for their self-reliant, independent, and protective temperament.

9. Bergamasco Shepherd

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The Bergamasco Shepherd is a variety of canine with its starting points in the Italian Alps close Bergamo, where it was initially utilized as a grouping hound. This rare herding breed is intelligent, gentle, and self-sufficient. Bergamascos typically weigh about 55 to 85 pounds.

10. Tibetan Mastiff

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Weighing as much as 175 pounds and standing 30 inches tall, the Tibetan Mastiff is a beast. ​Despite appearances, this beast has a colossal heart, and can be exceptionally affectionate and cuddly with proprietors. The breed is very rare and among the most expensive dog breeds in the world.