Cane Corso

Loved by 76% of pet parents

Powerful, loyal, and confident, this breed forms a deep bond with its family. Naturally protective and intelligent, Cane Corsos excel as devoted guardians and companions.

Breed Characteristics

Friendliness

Energy

Trainability

Playfulness

Adaptability

Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed.

HEIGHT

64–68 cm (male)

60–64 cm (female)

WEIGHT

45–50 kg (male)

40–45 kg (female)

LIFE EXPECTANCY

9–12 years

Cane Corso: Breed snapshot

Everything you need to know about this beloved breed at a glance

Key Breed Characteristics

Kingdom

Animalia

Phylum

Chordata

Class

Mammalia

Order

Carnivora

Family

Canidae

Genus

Canis

Species

Canis lupus familiaris

Diet

Omnivore

"A Cane Corso isn't just a pet — they're a loyal companion, a playful friend, and a loving family member all in one."

Temperament & personality

Understanding Cane Corso's temperament is key to knowing if they're the right match for your lifestyle.

Personality Overview

The Cane Corso is confident, protective, and loyal, often forming strong bonds with family while remaining wary of strangers. They are known for their calm, stable demeanor in the home.

Key Personality Traits

Friendliness

Reserved, loyal with family, cautious with strangers

Intelligence

Quick learner, responds well to training

Energy Level

Active and needs regular exercise daily

Playfulness

Enjoys play but prefers purposeful activities

Adaptability

Adjusts best with consistent routine and leadership

Strengths

Protective instincts make excellent family guardians
Highly trainable with consistent leadership
Loyal and deeply bonded to owners
Athletic and excels in canine sports
Minimal grooming required for coat maintenance

Challenges

Needs extensive socialization to prevent aggression
Can be wary of strangers and guests
Requires significant daily physical exercise
Not suited for inexperienced dog owners
Prone to dominant or stubborn behavior

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Intelligence & exercise needs

Cane Corsos are both highly intelligent and energetic, requiring mental and physical stimulation to thrive.

🧠 Intelligence & training

Trainability

Learns with consistency

Overall rating

Highly intelligent and responsive, the Cane Corso learns quickly but requires consistent, firm training from an experienced handler. Early socialization and structured guidance are essential for best results.

Trainable Tasks:

Basic obedience commands

Personal protection training

Property guarding routines

Controlled leash walking

Advanced recall training

Scent detection exercises

🏃 Exercise & energy levels

Daily Exercise

60–90 minutes daily

recommended per day

The Cane Corso has high exercise needs, benefiting from daily walks, vigorous play, and mental challenges. Without regular activity and stimulation, they may develop unwanted behaviors due to excess energy.

Recommended Activities:

Agility course runs

Tracking and trailing games

Structured pack walks

Tug-of-war sessions

Weight pulling exercises

Swimming sessions

Is this breed right for you?

Cane Corsos are versatile dogs that adapt well to many lifestyles, but they're not the perfect match for everyone. Here's a quick guide to help you determine if a Cane Corso would fit well in your home.