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Medium breed Active energy Short coat Working Group

Cane Corso

Affectionate, Intelligent, Majestic

At nearly 28 inches at the shoulder and often weighing more than 100 pounds, with a large head, alert expression, and muscles rippling beneath their short, stiff coat, Corsi are at a glance intimidating creatures. Their imposing appearance is their first line of defense against iโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ“ 23.5โ€“27.5" ๐ŸŽ‚ 9โ€“12 years

Traits

Cane Corso Characteristics

Energy

80%

Shedding

40%

Trainability

60%

Grooming

20%

Friendliness

60%

Coat Type

Short coat Occasional Bath/Brush

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Care basics

Cane Corso Care Tips

Needs 60-90 minutes active exercise daily; thrives with a job or sport.

Owner fit

Who the Cane Corso Suits

  • Best suited to owners with some dog experience โ€” difficulty rated 6/10.

  • Urban-friendly: adapts well to apartment or townhouse living when daily exercise is consistent.

  • Naturally friendly and intelligent, this breed fits best with early socialization and clear routines.

  • Working heritage means structured activity matters โ€” under-stimulation can lead to problem behaviors.

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Classification

FCI Classification

FCI Group Group 2 โ€” Pinschers, Schnauzers, Molosser and Swiss Mountain Dogs
Section Molossers en berghonden
Status Recognized

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