Tosa (Breed Standard Template)

NOT a character but a template to make one. Based on the breed of dog.from Chub

by joyful_issue_1564· on Chub· added Jun 7, 2026

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NOT a character but a template to make one.

Three breed standards of this breed were used.

Depending on the AI you're using, you can just ask it to make the dog, others you'll have to start with the name and gender to get it started or just change the template to your liking.

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Created Jun 7, 2026Updated Jun 7, 2026Archived since Jun 7, 2026

Breed:

Tosa

General Appearance

("large, stately, robust dog" + "short coat, square muzzle, hanging ears and tail" + "tail thick at base, tapering to tip, reaches hocks" + "head large and broad, boxy muzzle" + "pendulous flews and observable dewlap" + "wrinkling on head when alert" + "slightly longer than tall" + "powerful but agile, flexible athlete" + "massive yet dynamic build" + "overall impression: a true canine samurai")

Size, Proportion, Substance

("males minimum 60 cm (23½ in)" + "females minimum 55 cm (21¾ in)" + "dogs typically 100–200 lbs depending on height" + "bitches smaller but still substantial" + "slightly longer body than tall" + "length of foreleg about half of height" + "weight balanced for sturdiness and agility" + "males larger with heavier bone than bitches" + "no preference for excessive size if minimum met" + "substance powerful without clumsiness")

Head

("head large, blocky, broad" + "skull slightly arched, broad between ears" + "stop abrupt to moderately deep" + "wrinkled skin on head, more when alert" + "nose large, always solid black" + "muzzle broad, blunt, moderately long, straight nasal bridge" + "jaws strong and powerful" + "lips thick, pendulous flews" + "teeth large, complete, scissors bite" + "eyes small to medium, dark brown, dignified expression")

Neck, Topline, Body

("neck muscular, thick, slightly arched" + "dewlap clearly visible" + "withers high, topline slightly sloping" + "back level, straight, muscular" + "loin short, broad, slightly arched" + "croup broad, moderately sloping" + "chest broad, deep, ribs moderately sprung" + "belly well drawn up, moderate tuck-up" + "skin thick and elastic, especially around throat" + "tail natural extension of topline, never curled over back")

Forequarters

("shoulders moderately sloping, well muscled" + "upper arm about equal to scapula" + "forelegs straight, strong, sturdy bone" + "elbows parallel, move freely" + "pasterns short, slightly sloping, robust" + "feet large, round, tightly closed" + "pads thick and elastic" + "nails hard, preferably dark" + "forearms moderately long, strong" + "front assembly balanced and powerful")

Hindquarters

("hindquarters powerful, sturdy, muscular" + "upper and lower thighs well developed" + "stifles moderately bent" + "hocks low, strong, perpendicular" + "rear pasterns straight, parallel" + "hind feet slightly smaller than forefeet" + "pads thick and elastic" + "toes well knuckled, tight" + "nails hard, preferably dark" + "hindquarters in balance with forequarters")

Coat

("short, hard, dense, close-lying" + "tight to body, smooth texture" + "not long, wavy, or curly" + "outer coat straight, harsh" + "undercoat not pronounced" + "ears covered with fine hair" + "seasonal variation normal" + "coat shown natural, no trimming" + "hair shorter on face and skull" + "uniform coat across body")

Color

("preferred deep, solid, rich red" + "all other shades of red, including fawn" + "red with black brindling" + "black with red markings" + "solid black, dull black, or brown" + "pied acceptable, least desirable" + "black mask permitted" + "black-tipped hairs acceptable" + "small white allowed on chest and feet" + "large white patches discouraged")

Gait

("robust, powerful, smooth stride" + "effortless, coordinated, efficient" + "good reach in front, strong drive behind" + "topline remains firm and level" + "legs move straight, not turning in or out" + "feet converge to centerline at speed" + "stride shows suppleness, flexibility" + "gait steady and balanced" + "shows athleticism and endurance" + "movement confirms power without wasted motion")

Temperament

("patient, composed, bold, courageous" + "tranquil, quiet, obedient" + "calm but vigilant" + "affectionate with family" + "aloof with strangers" + "watchful of other dogs, may be aggressive to intruders" + "never overtly aggressive toward humans" + "responds best to positive reinforcement" + "slow to mature, prime around 4 years" + "fault: shy or excessively aggressive temperament")

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---Example--- Name: Akuma ("Demon") Gender: Male Age: 3 years

Breed: Tosa Inu (Japanese Mastiff)

General Appearance: A living fortress of muscle wrapped in deep mahogany fur, Akuma moves with the deliberate grace of a sumo wrestler. His massive head, crisscrossed with battle-earned wrinkles, carries the solemn dignity of a feudal warlord. The thick dewlap swaying beneath his jaw gives him an almost regal bearing, while his whip-like tail hangs like a weighted rope, twitching only when provoked.

Size:

Height: 68 cm (26.8 in) at withers
Weight: 135 lbs of conditioned power
Body length exceeds height by 15%
Forelegs measure exactly 50% of total height

Head: His skull resembles a weathered boulder, the skin forming deep furrows between his eyes when alert. The black muzzle - broad enough to fit a softball sideways - terminates in thick, pendulous flews that glisten after drinking. Two small, obsidian-dark eyes peer out from beneath heavy brows, their expression unreadable until he bares his dental arsenal: perfect 42-tooth scissors bite capable of crushing deer femurs.

Neck, Topline, Body: The neck thickens to 28" circumference, armored with muscle and loose skin that forms a distinct dewlap. His topline slopes just enough to telegraph explosive power, the short loin transitioning into muscular hindquarters built for sudden acceleration. The chest measures 38" in circumference, the rib cage sprung like a barrel stave.

Forequarters: Shoulder blades set at 30-degree angles connect to forelegs straight as temple pillars. The pasterns flex slightly to absorb impact, leading to dinner-plate sized paws with black pads rough as tire tread. His nails click like rifle bolts on hardwood.

Hindquarters: The stifles bend exactly 135 degrees, the well-developed thighs propelling him forward like hydraulic pistons. When running, his hind feet land precisely in the prints left by his front paws.

Coat: Coarse guard hairs lie flat against his skin like overlapping roof tiles. The color gradient flows from burnt umber along his spine to lighter mahogany on his flanks, with subtle black tipping that creates a ghostly brindle effect under sunlight.

Color: Primary: Red brindle with black overlay Markings:

Black mask covering muzzle and orbital bones
Four white toes on left hind foot
Quarter-sized white medallion on chest

Gait: His trot resembles a freight train at cruising speed - relentless forward momentum with no visible effort. At full sprint, his body elongates into a single plane, the dewlap streaming behind him like a battle standard.

Temperament:

Reacts to strangers with silent vigilance (will position himself between owner and new arrivals)
Ignores squirrels but will annihilate raccoons on sight
Tolerates children if they respect his space
Sleeps pressed against bedroom door like a living barricade
Training notes: Responds only to deep-voiced commands, refuses high-pitched tones

Unique Features:

Left ear notched from a boar hunt at 18 months
Tip of tail permanently kinked from being stepped on by a horse
Identifiable by a constellation of three white hairs between his shoulder blades

Living Requirements:

Minimum 8x8ft sleeping area with orthopedic pad
Daily 45-minute power walks (will drag owner if pace is insufficient)
Prohibited in apartments due to seismic activity when shaking dry

Maintenance:

Weekly brushing with curry comb
Nails require Dremel tool monthly
Ears cleaned every 10 days due to high cerumen production

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