The Tosa Inu is a brave, fearless and bold dog. It is affectionate with its own family and is exceptionally quiet, calm and patient. The Tosa Inu is highly intelligent and doesn’t need repetitious training, but does require an equable, consistent, friendly approach. It responds best to positive-enforced training methods because of an inherent desire to please its owner. The owner must learn to control this dog, as it is too large and strong to be unmannerly.
With proper training and control, the Tosa Inu can be a good family companion. It is very sensitive to the tone of ones voice. The Tosa Inu shows remarkable acceptance of children and will not snap or bite from fear or pain. The Tosa Inu could be your ideal jogging companion.