World's 8 most ferocious dogs

New Delhi: Man bites dog: an adage used to illustrate that the media only reports the extraordinary. Dogs bites man? Well that story tends to get plenty of attention, too, and with good reason. Dog bites and attacks can be traumatic, life-changing experiences. Some dogs show unprecedented skills when it comes to protecting their owner and property. However, if you own this type of animal, you also have to consider that you may be faced some day with a liability issue as well. That's because close to 50 percent of people who get bit by dogs have to seek emergency room care. So, if you are the owner of a breed that is considered dangerous, you may want to consider buying extra liability insurance to cover any dog bite incidents. Dogs that are fearless, protective, and loyal exhibit the common traits that can lead to injuries and bites.1. Pit Bulls Talk about ferocious dogs and pit bulls are one of the top breeds that come to mind. The pit bulls have their origins in the United States and weigh between 30-55 lbs. This breed is the result of interbreeding between a breed of bulldogs and terriers. The result is a pit bull terrier that has the athleticism and strength of the bulldog and gameness of a terrier. The pit bulls are known to lock their jaws and maul their prey till the prey is dead. Though the locking has been proven a myth, it still has one of the most ferocious bites. Most times these dogs were bred for dog fighting. Though these dogs are bred as normal pets nowadays, they are still a breed you need to watch out for.2. Rottweilers This breed of dogs comes from Germany and weigh between 85-110 lbs. They have strong and powerful jaws. The breed is bred primarily for guarding purposes. Though these dogs are good-natured and obedient, they usually hate strangers and other dogs as they are highly territorial. This nature makes them quite aggressive and ferocious. 3. Doberman Pinschers This is one tough, loyal and aggressive breed of dogs. These dogs can be gentle and wonderful family pets if they are trained properly. However, if you provoke them, they can be quite aggressive and dangerous. These intelligent and alert dogs serve well as guard dogs. No person can trespass a property guarded by a doberman pinscher due to its tough and aggressive nature. These dogs can attack without second thoughts if they perceive any danger to their owner or property. This is what makes them some of the world's most ferocious dogs. 4. German Shepherds As the name suggests, this breed comes from Germany. A dog weighs an average between 70-100 lbs. They were originally bred as guard dogs for sheep against the attacks of wild animals such as wolves. Now these are bred both by home owners as well as the police. Their reliable and obedient temper as well as intelligent, agile and fearless nature make them excellent canine units. These are probably the most popular dogs among the law enforcement authorities. The can be reliably deployed in airports for tasks such as sniffing out bombs, drugs and illegal paraphernalia. They are highly active dogs and need constant physical activity. 5. Boerboels Boerboels come from South Africa where they are bred for guarding the homestead. The word boerboel translates into “farmer's dog” in Afrikaans. The general belief is that these dogs came from the interbreeding of certain African breeds and the breeds brought by the Dutch, British and the French settlers. They were also used as the first line of defense against predators. These dogs are known to be calm and stable, at the same time being agile, strong and courageous. They are also known to have strong territorial instincts which makes them the popular choice among farmers as guard dogs. 6. Boxer The boxer originated in Germany. These dogs are very strong and agile, and can weigh between 50-70 lbs. Their energetic and playful behavior gives them a label of being headstrong and difficult to train. Though they are highly energetic, they are not aggressive or violent by nature. They can also appear aloof and unfriendly to strangers. However, do not make the mistake of messing around with them as it may land you in serious trouble. The dog may attack you anytime and anywhere, but only in certain circumstances. One of the reasons that makes the dog dangerous is lack of socializing. One must be extremely cautious when breeding a boxer. 7. Presa Canario These dogs come from the Canary islands. They are known to be dominant and have strong character. These were known to be bred as hunting and killing machines and were normally used in fighting rings. They can bring certain death to their prey if they attack. They require regular training and early socializing to keep them obedient. They can be aggressive towards strangers and other dogs in some situations. If properly trained, they can be very gentle and noble to their families and being great guard dogs. 8. Alaskan Malamute This breed is known to be dangerous due to its strong facade and energetic body. They are usually quiet and loyal, at the same time being independent which makes them quite hard to train. They are known to have great survival instincts. They are feared due to their capabilities and versatilities of doing things beyond that of a typical dog, such as pulling a sled, herding reindeer and serving as a watch dog. They tend to become aggressive if they are bored. Hence, they need proper care, exercise and control to avoid aggression.