Dogo Argentino
The Dogo Argentino originated from Argentina and had an average price of $5,000. It was famous for its white, large, and muscular frame. Antonio Nores Martinez initially bred it because he wanted a dog that would be brave and protective during hunting. The Dogo Argentino was used for hunting wild boar, and the males could weigh up to 99 pounds. The Dogo Argentino was banned in the entire United Kingdom and some cities in the United States like Aurora, Colorado, and New York City.
Tibetan Mastiff
The Tibetan Mastiff came from China, India, Mongolia, Nepal, and Tibet and had its origins in the BC era. It also had an average price of $7,000. It was one of the world’s most expensive dogs because they were rare. The reason it was bred was to protect livestock from large predators like bears, leopards, mustelids, tigers, and wolves. The Tibetan Mastiff was famous for its vast and fluffy coat. It also looked like a lion and could weigh up to 160 pounds. The Tibetan Mastiff was also extremely protective and strong-willed.