My assumption has always been this: He's a demon, right? What says he has to be the representation of any mortal, breed? He's just whatever his family line is, or rather likely, a combo of a few family lines. And there you have it. He's not any "breed." He's the Sesshomaru breed! lol

my thoughts are that the Tibetian Mastiff looks absolutely terrifying! o_0

Have you all wonder about what kind of breed Sesshoumaru is? I was watching Dogs 101 recently and I can't help but notice some breed he may be.

Some of them was :-

1: White Tibetian Mastiff




2: Great pyrenees


He most likely be a Tibetian Mastiff since they are from Asia and look at their size and I can see Sesshoumaru big boa-like pelt around his shoulder/neck looking similar to the fur around Tibetian Mastiff.



It is also noted that Sesshoumaru's apparel has some Chinese influence in them.

Well, it might not mean anything what breed Sesshoumaru is though. Takahashi-sensei might have just draw his dog form based on Komainu or she created it on her own without basing it on any breed.

So, what are you thoughts on it? XD

If I remember right, RT always said she based them on the Akita breed from Japan, especially when it came to Inuyasha. Though, with much she did, it doesn't always look like what it should be based on. But you gotta remember that NO WHERE in the manga or anime is Sesshomaru said to be an inuyoukai. He's just said to be a full youkai, nothing more. Though his form is a dog, like his father and mother, it's never said that's what he is. Just some food for thought, that...

Well I always thought that Sesshomaru resembled an Akbash Dog not only in looks but personality too. This breed is aloof, bred to cover large areas of property, is EXTREMELY intelligent, and is very independent. Idk, just some food for thought y'all ^^
Here's a link for you guys: www.dooziedog.com/dog_breeds/akbash_dog/

Hmm there are a few types of native Japanese dogs. Maybe a Kishu Ken?

Kishu Ken

So far the Akbash dog, seems to really resemble Sesshomaru. He's the only one with long doggie ears AND a fluffy tail! squeeeee! Want. To. Cuddle!

His face has always reminded me of the Saluki

I agree with Kneazles. Very Sesshoumaru looking. Just missing the masculinity.

Perhaps a Samoyed?




Or The Pyrenean Mountain Dog?

It is rather difficult to say; I am more inclined to agree that the Western Line is their own breed, but very likely a mix. After all, the Lady Mother has a much more slim form compared to the General's bulky and fluffier form.

i agree with you on that the ears and shape of the face match up pretty close, what aout the tail?

Hmm, maybe Sesshoumaru is one of these breeds but when they become a youkai, it enhanced their feature into what we see them now? XD Just my two cents

I am curious to think that maybe, Just maybe .... Sesshomaru is a mutt...... (dont tell him I said that). I was considering him being a mixture of Akita and the legendary fu dog. o.o