Molossoid is a term that identifies a family of dog breeds, known primarily for their powerful muscles and robust physical build. Let's see what are the general features of this family, how many kinds of Molossoid exist and what are the characteristics of each of them.
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We will conclude this guide with some tips on how to train dogs Molossoid, that being a family of particularly strong and energetic specimens requires extra care compared to other families of dog breeds.
The FCI ⓘ (Federation Cynologique Internationale) recognize 337 races and each is ‘property’ from a specific country, where it had its origin. All of them are included in 10 Groups under a registration number, a section number and a group number.
Standard – classification FCI
- Group 2: Pinscher and Schnauzer Dogs - Molossoids - Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs.
- Section 2: Molossoid.
1 Aidi – Atlas Mountain Dog
FCI 247 - Molossoid . Mountain
FCI 247 - Molossoid . Mountain 
The Aidi is highly energy, protective and extremely vigilant. Despite its resemblance to Sheepdogs, the Aidi is not
2 Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog
FCI 355 . Molossoid . Mountain
FCI 355 . Molossoid . Mountain 
The Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog It is a very sensitive and quiet dog.
The Bosnian and Herzegovinian - Croatian Shepherd Dog, also called Tornjak,
3 Boxer
FCI 144 - Molossoid - Dogo
FCI 144 - Molossoid - Dogo
The Boxer It is docile and boasts an unmatched loyalty with his family
of the BOXER
The Boxer It is a breed of working dogs
4 Broholmer
FCI 315 - Molossoid - Dogo
FCI 315 - Molossoid - Dogo
The Broholmer It was used as a watchdog for large farms and feudal lands.
The Broholmer it's interesting, partly because it's a breed of
5 Bulldog
FCI 149 - Molossoid - Dogo
FCI 149 - Molossoid - Dogo
The Bulldog Currently he is a dog known for having a good humor.
The race Bulldog or English Bulldog, It was initially used for bets
6 Bullmastiff FCI 157 - Molossoid - Dogo
FCI 157 - Molossoid - Dogo
The Bullmastiff is a guard dog, Intelligent, discreet and effective.
The Bullmastiff It is a British breed of dog, as believed, proceeds of the
7 Cane Corso
FCI 343 - Molossoid - Dogo
FCI 343 - Molossoid - Dogo
The Cane Corso It is a versatile and balanced dog that can adapt to all.
8 Castro Laboreiro dog
FCI 170 - Molossoid . Mountain
FCI 170 - Molossoid . Mountain 
The Castro Laboreiro dog It is an excellent guard dog and companion
The Castro Laboreiro dog (Castro Laboreiro Dog) is a race
9 Caucasian Shepherd Dog
FCI 328 Molossoid . Mountain
FCI 328 Molossoid . Mountain 
The Caucasian Shepherd Dog It is a healthy animal and stable temperament.
“Caucasian Shepherd Dog”
A Caucasian Shepherd Dog it's a big sheepdog and
10 Central Asian Shepherd Dog FCI 335 - Molossoid . Mountain
FCI 335 - Molossoid . Mountain 
The Central Asian Shepherd Dog It is a cat with dog skin, sensitive and partner.
The dog Central Asian Shepherd Dog (СРЕДНЕАЗИАТСКАЯ ОВЧАРКА or
11 Cimarrón uruguayo
FCI 353 - Molossoid - Dogo
FCI 353 - Molossoid - Dogo
The Cimarrón uruguayo Also called the Cimarrón dog or cimarrón criollo, it is the only breed fully developed in Uruguayan territory..
The Cimarrón uruguayo is a
12 Dogo Argentino
FCI 292 - Molossoid - Dogo
FCI 292 - Molossoid - Dogo
He is a fierce guardian and defender. It is not convenient to stimulate their aggressiveness.
The Dogo Argentino (Argentine Dogo) is a breed of dog, created by the doctor
13 Dogo Canario
FCI 346 - Molosoids - Mastiff
FCI 346 - Molosoids - Mastiff
The aggressiveness of Dogo Canario should not be overly stimulated. It is an optimal guardian and defender without the need for training.
The Dogo Canario It
14 Dogue de Bordeaux
FCI 116 - Molossoid - Dogo
FCI 116 - Molossoid - Dogo
The Dogue de Bordeaux It is very faithful to its owner and loving with children.
The Dogue de Bordeaux, it's a molossian in size
15 English Mastiff
FCI 264 - Molosoids - Mastiff
FCI 264 - Molosoids - Mastiff
The English Mastiff He is extremely loyal and faithful to his family.
The English Mastiff It is a breed of dog of large size type trotting
16 Estrela Mountain Dog FCI 173 - Molossoid . Mountain
FCI 173 - Molossoid . Mountain 
The Estrela Mountain Dog is a big dog, the rough lines and powerful appearance
The Dog of the Sierra de
17 Fila Brasileiro
FCI 225 - Molossoid - Dogo
FCI 225 - Molossoid - Dogo
The Fila Brasileiro it is a rare dog in Europe, which implies that it is difficult to find a good puppy.
The Fila Brasileiro has its
18 Great Dane
FCI 235 - Molossoid - Dogo
FCI 235 - Molossoid - Dogo
It is an expensive dog, that he eats in proportion to his size and that when he is young he needs some care
The Great Dane is the
19 Hovawart FCI 190 - Molossoid . Mountain
FCI 190 - Molossoid . Mountain 
The term Hovawart derives from medieval German, in which -hova- meant “Court” y -wart-, “guardian”.
The dog as guardian of the house and
20 Kangal Shepherd Dog
FCI 331 - Molossoid . Mountain
FCI 331 - Molossoid . Mountain 
The Kangal Shepherd Dog is quiet, bold, independent, Intelligent, docile.
El Pastor Kangal It is a large and very strong watchdog that is very
21 Karst Shepherd
FCI 278 - Molossoid . Mountain
FCI 278 - Molossoid . Mountain 
The Karst Shepherd a typical watchdog. Acts largely independently, which is also essential for protection
22 Landseer 
FCI 226 - Molossoid . Mountain
FCI 226 - Molossoid . Mountain 
The nature of Landseer and Newfoundland is very similar, considering the first one as something more agile.
23 Leonberger FCI 145 - Molossoid . Mountain
FCI 145 - Molossoid . Mountain 
Once you get to know Leonberger dogs better, you will be enchanted by them forever.
The Leonberger it is a very big and beautiful dog.
24 Majorca Mastiff
FCI 249 - Molossoid - Dogo
FCI 249 - Molossoid - Dogo
The Majorca Mastiff is a gentle dog, extremely affectionate with their owners, faithful to his master
The Majorca Mastiff Mastiff dog or
25 Neapolitan Mastiff FCI 197 - Molosoids - Mastiff
FCI 197 - Molosoids - Mastiff
Despite his fierce appearance, the Neapolitan Mastiff It is a balanced dog and friend of children.
“Neapolitan Mastiff”
The Neapolitan Mastiff, to the
26 Newfoundland FCI 50 - Molossoid - Mountain
FCI 50 - Molossoid - Mountain 
The Newfoundland radiates majestic serenity.
The Newfoundland was born on the east coast of Canada. The great island of Newfoundland, which is in front
27 Pyrenean Mastiff FCI 92 - Molossoid . Mountain
FCI 92 - Molossoid . Mountain 
The Pyrenean Mastiff he is very tolerant and sweet with children, Watch them as if they were his flock.
The Pyrenean Mastiff It
28 Pyrenean Mountain Dog
FCI 137 - Molossoid . Mountain
FCI 137 - Molossoid . Mountain 
The Pyrenean Mountain Dog is a guardian and protector with territorial claims.
The Pyrenean Mountain Dog is a
29 Rafeiro of Alentejo FCI 96 - Molossoid . Mountain
FCI 96 - Molossoid . Mountain 
The Rafeiro of Alentejo It is an excellent watchdog in the haciendas and houses of the Alentejo.
The Rafeiro of Alentejo (Mastiff
30 Rottweiler FCI 147 - Molosoids - Mastiff
FCI 147 - Molosoids - Mastiff 
The Rottweiler is a quiet dog, docile and faithful family.
The Rottweiler is one of the breeds of German origin that
31 Saint Miguel Cattle Dog
FCI 340 - Molossoid - Dogo
FCI 340 - Molossoid - Dogo
The dog's Saint Miguel Cattle Dog It is a breed of dog Portugal, specifically the Azores Islands.
With the settlement of
32 Shar Pei
FCI 309 - Molossoid - Dogo
FCI 309 - Molossoid - Dogo
The Shar Pei he is affectionate with his owner; he is quite reserved with strangers.
Dogs like breed Shar Pei have existed in
33 Spanish Mastiff FCI 91 - Molossoid . Mountain
FCI 91 - Molossoid . Mountain 
The Spanish Mastiff, He is regarded as the oldest Spanish race.
The Spanish Mastiff (also called Mastín español) is a breed of dog type
34 St. Bernard
FCI 61 - Molossoid . Mountain
FCI 61 - Molossoid . Mountain 
The St. Bernard It is very affectionate and has an innate sense of relief especially in the snow.
The St. Bernard is a race
35 Tibetan Mastiff (Do-Khy)
FCI 230 - Molossoid . Mountain
FCI 230 - Molossoid . Mountain 
The Tibetan Mastiff It is not a dog to live with children.
of the “Tibetan Mastiff”
The Tibetan Mastiff or Bulldog
36 Tosa
FCI 260 - Molossoid - Dogo
FCI 260 - Molossoid - Dogo
The Tosa is quiet, serene, worthy and extraordinarily peaceful.
The Tosa It is a breed of dog originating in Japan. Molosser appearance
37 Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Sharplanina
FCI 41 - Molossoid . Mountain
FCI 41 - Molossoid . Mountain 
The Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Sharplanina is a brave dog, quiet, safe and reserved with strangers.
As it is the case with many breeds, the
