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    Cane Corso

    The Cane Corso is an impressive looking mastiff-type dog that's native to Italy where they were originally bred to guard herd and hunt although they were also highly prized as companion dogs too. They are still a very popular choice in their native Italy thanks to their impressive looks and kind loyal natures but less popular here in the UK simply because the breed is less known in this part of the world. The breed is not recognised by The Kennel Club (October 2017) but these impressive dogs are recognised by the American Kennel Club. Anyone wanting to share a home with a Cane Corso would have to agree to go on a waiting list because very few puppies are available every year.
    Lifespan
    11-12 years
    Breed group
    Herding
    Weight
    Male: 40-50kg
    Female: 40-50kg
    Height
    Male: 60-70cm
    Female: 60-70cm
    Pedigree
    Yes
    Other names
    Italian Mastiff
    Breed Size
    XL
    Breed Type
    Utility
    Health tests available
    Characteristics
    Exercise needs
    Medium
    Easy to train
    High
    Shedding
    Light
    Grooming
    needs
    Medium
    Good with
    Children
    Suited to older children
    Health of breed
    Medium
    Cost to keep
    Very high
    Intelligence
    Medium
    Tolerates being alone
    Medium anxiety

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