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Mee Kyun Dosa or Migyeon Dosa ( Korean Mastiff)

     This breed should not be confused with the Japanese Tosa, even though they are closely related. Unlike it's Japanese cousin, the Mee Kyun Dosa ( Pronounced in Korean as the Migyeon Dosa ) is not a fighter at all and is bred primarily as a companion pet and show dog. There is also the fighting Too Kyun Dosa variety, which is considered by some to be nothing more than a Korean/ Taiwanese strain of the Japanese Tosa breed.  The Mee Kyun Dosa was developed in the late 1800's from a variety of imported European and Asian working breeds, But most fanciers agree that it was finally developed as a recognizable type by crossing the Japanese Tosa Inu with the  Dogue De Bordeaux over the next 100 years.  In the 2nd half of the 20th century, a small percentage of the English Mastiff, and most fanicers will agree that the red variety of the Neapolitan mastiff, and a small percentage of bloodhound was also introduced into the Dosa  of today, But the " Beauty " Dosa was mostly developed through generations of inbreeding and selection based on coat colour and temperament. It is said the Dosa of today is a relatively new breed although they date back to the late 1800's the Dosa we see today is much different then the Dosa of the yester year. This style of Dosa has only been created as a recognizable breed within the last 50 years.

     In appearance almost identical to a red coloured variety of the Neapolitan Mastiff, The Mee Kyun Dosa is a massive, large and loose skinned Molosser, Somewhat lethargic and seemingly sluggish.  However, this wrinkled gentle giant doesn't make a great watch dog like the Neapolitan besides scaring you off with their apperence they tend not to bark or guard but they always wait for your approval and can be leery of strangers. They are very smart and easy to obedience train.  Devoted to it's owner and loving of children, The Dosa is said to be a good family companion, But it is still rarely seen outside Korea.  The head is large, round and wide, with many wrinkles on the face and hanging ears and lips.  The neck is strong and has prominent dewlaps.  Wide-chested and tall, the Dosa makes a convincing guardian.  The coat is short, flat & smooth (silky to the touch).  They come in many colors but red, brown and orange are the preferred colors. Deep chocolate brown and liver red are the most preferred colors.  Average height for males 27-29 inches (but taller is always preferred) bitches are generally smaller ranging from 25-27 inches at the withers. Average weight is 80kg for a male and 70kg for a female But larger is always preferred with males. females should be well defined but still have a feminine look.