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Prefectural Natural Monument
Mammals
Tosa Fighting Dog (Tosa Inu)
Canis lupus familiaris
The Tosa is a large dog developed in Kochi Prefecture for dog fighting. It is said to have been improved by crossing native dogs with Western breeds, and has a powerful build with a calm temperament. It reflects the local dog-fighting culture and history of Tosa.
- Scientific name
- Canis lupus familiaris
- Group
- Mammals（Native breed）
- Prefectures
- Kochi
- 日本語
- トサトウケン
- 简体中文
- 土佐斗犬
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The Tosa Fighting Dog (Tosa Inu) is designated as a species without a fixed area and lives in places such as Kochi.
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