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State Farm Insurance survey on the top 15 states for dog bite claims got Insurance Business readers asking some good follow-up questions. While
State Farm was not immediately available for comment, we dredged up some additional information to answer
LJ Hurr’s question:
What are the top breeds reported in those bite claims
While most dog bites and other incidents stem from improper training and harsh ownership, List25 compiled the following report of the most dangerous dogs by their potential to cause harm:
1. Caucasian Ovcharka
2. Pitbull
3. German Shepherd
4. Rottweiler
5. Alaskan Malamutes
6. Huskies
7. Doberman Pinschers
8. Chow Chow
9. Wolf Hybrid
10. Boxer
11. Akita Inu
12. Perro de Presa Canario
13. Fila Brasileiro
14. Great Dane
15. American Bulldog
16. Saint Bernard
17. Basenji
18. Gull Dong
19. Boer Boel
20. Dogo Argentino
21. Rhodesian Ridgeback
22. Bull Terrier
23. Cane Corso
24. American Bandogge
25. Tosa Inu
Thanks to
LJ Hurr, and all our commenters this week!