Some dog breeds get persistently stereotyped as dangerous, aggressive, and threatening. Even though any dog can become aggressive regardless of the breed. Breed-specific laws continue to exist across the globe in order to attempt to reduce the number of dangerous dogs. Because of these laws, they become illegal dog breeds.
So let’s what the top illegal dog breeds in different parts of the world are.
Top Illegal Dog Breeds around the world
10 American Bulldog
American Bulldogs are heavy muscular dogs. This leaner, longer, light version of the old English Bulldog was priced for his ability to guard farms and hunt small game. Despite being known for their friendly and pleasant demeanor, American Bulldog has strong protective instincts. And would put his life on the line for his family.
Early socialization is important to ensure he can distinguish between friendly faces and those who are a true threat.
Banned Countries
- Denmark
- Italy
- Bermuda Islands
- Singapore
- Malaysia
9 Bandogge
The term Bandogge has been used since the middle ages. It is used to describe a large dog that was let off its chain at night to guard its property. The modern Bandogge is not purebred and there are various recipes to achieve its creation. Including American Pitbull Terriers and various Mastiffs. The goal is to create a dog size of a Mastiff and the drive of a Pitbull Terrier. Bandogge has generally prohibited anywhere there are restrictions on its parent breeds.
Banned Countries
- Denmark
- Italy
- France
- Singapore
- Malaysia
- Germany
8 Neapolitan Mastiff
Neapolitan Mastiff is once used as a gladiator dog back in the Roman Colosseum. These are huge dogs with males growing up to 200 lbs in size. Although many people do not associate Neapolitan Mastiff with dangerous dogs. They are illegal to own in Singapore. In order to own one in Romania, one must pass a psychological evaluation. But the massive dog can be dangerous when fully grown and should not be around children.
Banned Countries
- Bermuda Islands
- Singapore
- Romania
7 Wolf Dog
Wolf dogs remain a controversial topic among dog owners to breed part wolf and part dog. They possess their own set of challenges to owners due to their very genetic structure te wolf dog is extremely unpredictable reacting to certain situations like a wolf and others like a dog. Wolf dogs can be difficult to manage if you are not prepared to tend to their needs and sometimes unpredictable behavior.
Banned Countries
- Finland
- Norway
6 Boerboel
Boerboel comes from South Africa and closely resembles a more athletic Bull Mastiff in appearance. The name roughly translates from Dutch to farm dog. There was a time when they were the first line of defense against predators like hyenas, lions, and other big cats. The Boerboel is a dominant but intelligent breed with a strong watchdog instinct. These dogs can become a real problem if not trained properly.
Banned Countries
- Romania
- Russia
- Singapore
5 Dogo Argentino
First bred in Argentina in 1928. The Dogo is taken from the now extinct Cordoba fighting dog. Which was mixed with various other breeds. Including the Great Dane, Dogue de Bordeaux, Irish Wolfhound. As big-game hunters, they were known to take down every dangerous prey as the mountain lion, although it was not its original purpose the Dogo is banned in at least 10 countries.
Banned Countries
- Spain
- Great Britain
- Italy
- Singapore
- Romania
- Norway
- Switzerland
- Israel
- Turkey
- Bermuda Islands
- Portugal
- Malta
- Australia
- New Zealand
4 Presa Canario
Hailing from the Canary island from Spain, The Presa Canario is a huge fighting dog that generally weighs over 100 pounds. Back in 2001 a notable case of Presa Canarios named Bane and Hera mauled and killed a 33-year-old lacrosse coach in a hallway apartment building. Naturally, since these dogs were bred for working with livestock, they tend to have an aggressive disposition.
Banned Countries
- Australia
- Singapore
- New Zealand
- Poland
3 Fila Brasileiro
Fila Brasileiro is extreamly intelligent and athletic. But terribly aggressive and strong. It is perhaps the least tractable breed on this list. And is highly-priced for its aggressiveness. Fila despises strangers to the point where Brazilian dog show judges are advised not to touch it. And the standard allows a certain ferocity in the show ring.
Banned Countries
- Spain
- Great Britain
- Italy
- Singapore
- Denmark
- Norway
- Israel
- Turkey
- Bermuda Islands
- Malaysia
- Malta
- Australia
- New Zealand
2 Tosa Inu
Tosa Inu’s happen to be a massive dog with certain variations that have a weight anywhere between 130 pounds and 200 lbs. The Tosa displayed uncommon stoicism as they are expected to fight silently without growling or whimpering. They are bred to be fighting dogs right from the start. And they are legally prohibited in several countries like Denmark, Malta, and Norway, where they are regarded as dangerous.
Banned Countries
- Spain
- Great Britain
- Italy
- Singapore
- Denmark
- Norway
- Israel
- Turkey
- Bermuda Islands
- Malaysia
- Malta
- Australia
- New Zealand
- Ireland
- France
- Russia
- Poland
1 American Pitbull Terrier
Allegedly several studies conducted have resulted in evidence indicating that Pitbulls are responsible for many human attacks. One study concluded that Pitbulls were responsible for 42 to 45 percent of dog attacks with children being the victim of 70% at the time. Pitbulls are considered the most dangerous dogs and also the most misunderstood dogs. Whether one considered them sweet-natured pets or deadly monsters they’re illegal to own in many countries throughout the world.
Banned Countries
- Spain
- Great Britain
- Italy
- Singapore
- Denmark
- Norway
- Germany
- Iceland
- Turkey
- Bermuda Islands
- Malaysia
- Malta
- Canada
- Australia
- New Zealand
- Ireland
- France
- Russia
- Poland
- Netherland
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