Cane Corso Breed Information

The Cane Corso is an Italian breed that has been beloved for centuries as a worker and a companion. The breed’s name comes from the Latin word “cohors,” a word that means “guardian,” and “protector.” These traits are easy to see in these dogs, a breed that descended directly from Roman Molossian. The Cane Corso is a lighter dog than the Molossian and was used to hunt large game and act as fighters in battle.

Also known as the Cane Corso Italiano, this breed nearly went extinct until efforts were made in Italy to bring it back to life. In the 1980s the breed became known around the world and was later accepted to kennel clubs in the United Kingdom and the United States.

“Cane Corsos are large, athletic, and muscular dogs. They are extremely gentle with children and playful with their family, yet very protective with strangers.” mountainstatecanecorso.com

The Cane Corso earned its keep as a guard or hunting dog. The breed fulfills these duties with a medium sized, muscular body. A Cane Corso stands between 62 to 69 centimetres high at the withers and weighs between 40 and 50 kilograms. The muzzle is broad and deep while the neck is slightly arched. Expect the coat to be short but not all that smooth. Generally, a Cane Corso’s coat is one of two colours: black and fawn. These colours may mix to form other variations, including blue, brindle, red, and beige. Grooming this breed will not require a large time commitment. The coat should be given a good brushing from time to time to remove dead hair. A little bit of shedding should be expected, but not too much.

“Born to Perform. The Cane Corso Italian Mastiff is the Ferrari of the Canine world, a fine Italian high-performance machine!” – Laura & Richard, http://www.abouttimecanecorso.com

Cane Corsos are known for their loyalty, intelligence, and even temper. These characteristics make them great watch dogs as well as beloved family pets. They’ve been bred for centuries to be a working dog, not a fighting one, so they will not go out looking for a fight. At the same time, if another dog tries to dominate them or appears to be a threat to their family they will not back down.

Proper socialization is key for the Cane Corso. Because they tend to be a little wary of strangers, if they aren’t taught at a young age what behaviours are appropriate and which ones aren’t you might find them being aggressive towards guests. Obedience training is recommended for this breed, especially since their strength and size can make them hard to manage if not properly trained. It should also be noted that this breed has a very high tolerance for pain, so electrical “invisible fence” containment systems may not be the best way to keep them in the yard.

“The Cane Corso is a great guard dog, extremely loyal to its family and quite aloof with strangers.” – Stephanie Smiegowski, http://www.sovranacanecorso.com

This breed is very robust. They have very few health problems. The main thing to watch out for is joint problems and hip dysplasia, a condition that affects many large dogs. Their life expectancy is between 10 and 11 years.

A Cane Corso will be equally happy inside or outside. Having a nice yard to play in is definitely a bonus, especially if there is shelter to offer protection from bad weather. Inside living is also an option providing that regular exercise is present. These dogs are very athletic and love nothing more than a good jog. If jogging isn’t an option, a brisk walk on a daily basis will keep him mentally and physically stimulated and will deter any boredom related bad habits.

Other Cane Corso Websites:

Cane Corso UK and Molloser Rescue – Lots of information, images, links, and even a forum dedicated to the breed.

Sovrana Cane Corso – A wealth of information on the breed, including a full profile, images and advice for owners.

Dracaryus Corso – Based in Israel, this site has lots of breed information, images and training information.

About Time Cane Corso – Great site with a plethora of information, background, images and advice on the breed.

Find Cane Corso Dogs for Adoption at Adopt-a-Pet.com

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