Cane Corso

Cane Corso

Weight

40-50 kg

Height

60-68 cm shoulder height

Lifespan

9-12 years

The Cane Corso is a calm, self-assured guardian that is deeply devoted to his family and regards the rest of the world with appropriate distance. He's not an aggressive dog by nature, but he is a dog with judgment — and that judgment must be shaped through years of socialization and an owner who knows what he's doing. With the right guidance he's impressively stable; without it, he's dangerous.

Character & traits

Energy
3
Affection
4
Playfulness
3
Watchfulness
5
With children
3
With other dogs
2
With strangers
1
Trainability
3
For beginners
1
Shedding
2
Drooling
4

Practical

Exercise per day
1 to 2 hours
Max alone
4 hours
Garden needed
Yes
Apartment
Less suitable
Insurance
$90–$130/mo
Food
$110–$155/mo

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Food

Large breed food

Kibble for large dogs — supports joints and contains less fat.

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Accessories

Adjustable leash

A leash you can shorten or lengthen — useful for training and walks.

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Grooming

Nail clipper

Not much coat to brush, but nails keep growing. Clip them every 2-3 weeks.

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