Molosser Breeds

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Across
  1. 5. Giant, heavily muscled livestock guardian originally bred in Spain over 2,000 years ago
  2. 6. Pack-hunting dog, bred for the pursuit of big-game such as wild boar and puma
  3. 7. Originally bred in Germany to herd livestock and pull meat carts
  4. 9. Descended from ancient Roman war dogs
  5. 11. Thick-set, low-slung dogs with a loyal, docile temperament
  6. 12. Originally bred in the Kochi prefecture of Japan as a fighting dog
  7. 13. An ancient Italian breed defined by its loose skin and deep facial wrinkles
  8. 14. Originally bred as ferocious wild boar hunters
Down
  1. 1. A powerful, affectionate "gentle giant" developed in 19th-century England
  2. 2. Known for their intense loyalty to family, deep intimidating bark, and strong protective instincts
  3. 3. A giant, gentle breed known for their lion-like mane
  4. 4. A massive, agile dog whose name means "farmer's dog"
  5. 8. Massive, gentle giants originating from Canada
  6. 10. Descendants of the extinct German Bullenbeisser