Tosa vs Miniature Poodle

Compare the Tosa to the Miniature Poodle. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Tosas and Miniature Poodles.

Tosa vs Miniature Poodle
Tosa
Miniature Poodle
Tosa
Miniature Poodle
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General Details
Tosa
Miniature Poodle
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-12 Years
14-15 Years
Height
20-24 Inches
10-15 Inches
Weight
90-170 Pounds
12-18 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Tosa
Miniature Poodle
Origin Country
Japan
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1868 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Tosa
Miniature Poodle
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Tosa
Miniature Poodle
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Tosa
Miniature Poodle
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Tosa
Miniature Poodle
Energy Level
Low to Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Very High
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Tosa
Miniature Poodle
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
None
Dander
Low
None
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Tosa
Miniature Poodle
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Tosa
Miniature Poodle
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Tosa
Miniature Poodle
Aggression
Above Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
None
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Above Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
None
Herding
Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Average
None
Remove Vermin
Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Tosa
Miniature Poodle
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
14-15 Years
Health Concerns
Tosa
Miniature Poodle
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Addison's disease
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Tosa
Miniature Poodle
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Long
Coat Coloring
Tosa
Miniature Poodle
Breed Colors
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