Tall, short, round, slim…dogs truly come in all sizes and shapes. Some dog breeds are naturally incredibly muscular. Characterized by their athleticism and strength, muscular dogs were revered by ancient civilizations and have helped humans for thousands of years. And to this day, they are still beloved.
Honorable Mentions – American Alsatian
Although the above breeds are the most muscular, the American Alsatian comes close to making this list, earning itself an honorable mention.
This breed can be as large as 100 pounds. It’s known for its intelligence and friendliness. It’s also great with kids despite being fairly intimidating.
It was actually bred to look like the now-extinct Dire Wolf.
What Is the Most Laid-back Dog Breed?
The most laid-back dog breeds include bulldogs, Bernese mountain dogs, chihuahuas, bullmastiffs, French bulldogs, and clumber spaniels.
Spitz Breeds
Another breed that disguises its muscles, the Siberian Husky, is actually pretty ripped.
Bred as work dogs, these fur-babies have strength and endurance to spare.
Usually, these dogs work together as a team to pull heavy loads (and their human master) across snow and ice.
These pooches need a strong owner with pack leader training skills.
The fat and fur that protects them in winter and hide their athletic frame make it difficult for this breed to live in warmer climates.
Another cold-weather breed, the Alaskan Malamute, has a double coat and extra fat to help keep it warm and cozy.
In fact, care must be taken to keep this pup from becoming overweight.
Dogs in this breed are strong, muscled, and enduring. But, like most double-coated dogs, these animals prefer the cold and can get sick if the temperatures go too high.
A working, athletic breed, make sure this pooch has plenty of things to do and room to run.
FAQ
Who is no 1 dog in world?
- Rottweiler. “Rottweilers are large and muscular with a big, round head and floppy ears,” says Tynes. …
- Cane Corso. …
- Greyhound. …
- Rhodesian Ridgeback. …
- American Pit Bull Terrier. …
- American Staffordshire Terrier. …
- French Bulldog. …
- Doberman Pinscher.
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