The Cane Corso is a working dog who thrives on having a task to do. This ancient Italian dog breed was created to protect land and hunt large animals like wild boar.

Despite the fact that they are purebred canines, they may be found in the hands of rescue organisations or shelters. Keep in mind to adopt! If you want to bring one of these dogs home, don't go shopping.

Cane Corsos are strong and athletic dogs that are best suited to experienced pet owners with big, securely enclosed yards. They'll almost certainly require their humans to assign them a duty; otherwise, they'll find their own methods to pass the time – most likely by engaging in harmful activities. This breed may be right for you if you can provide enough of room, exercise, and training for your dog.

It's crucial to keep in mind that dogs of any breed might have health problems at any time during their lifetimes. A decent pet insurance plan may assist you in getting ready to provide your dog with the care they require at any age.

Cane Corso Highlights
Breed Size	Large
Nature	Gentle, Willful, Aloof, Friendly
Energy Level	Active
Intelligence	High
Barking Level	When Necessary
Coat Length	Short
Breed Group	Working
Droll Amount	Medium
Good with	Familes, Children
Feed Level	Medium, High
Colour Type	Black,fawn,gray,brown / chocolate / liver,red
Other Facts	Easy to train,easy to groom,highly territorial,high prey drive,strong loyalty tendencies,good hiking companion.

Dog History

Many Mastiff-type dogs exist, including the Corso. This one is supposed to be descended from Roman combat canines and was created in Italy. He's a bit smaller than his cousin, the Neapolitan Mastiff, and was raised to hunt game, defend property, and help out on the farm. Their responsibilities included collecting up pigs or animals and assisting in their transportation to market.

The term "cane" comes from the Latin word "canis," which means "dog." The term "corso" may derive from the Latin word "cohors," which means "bodyguard," or from the Latin word "corsus," which means "sturdy or strong."

The breed decreased as farming became more industrialised, and it was on the verge of extinction, but dog enthusiasts began working to revive the Corso in the 1970s. The Society Amatori Cane Corso was founded in 1983, and the breed was recognised by the Federation Cynologique Internationale in 1996.

In 1988, a guy called Michael Sottile brought the first litter of Corsos to America, followed by another litter in 1989. In 1993, the International Cane Corso Association was founded. The American Kennel Club eventually awarded the breed club status, which it received in 2010. The Cane Corso Association of America currently oversees the breed.

Health and Care

Corsos are typically healthy dogs, although they, like all breeds, are susceptible to some health issues. Although not all Corsos will contract any or all of these illnesses, it's vital to be aware of them if you're thinking of getting one.

Hip dysplasia, eyelid anomalies such entropion, ectropion, and cherry eye, demodectic mange (which can be heritable), and stomach torsion, often known as bloat, can all affect the Corso.

Breeders should have current health certifications stating that the parents of a puppy are free of eye illness and hip dysplasia. Clearances should include an eye test performed by a board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist and results filed with the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, as well as an OFA or Pennhip hip examination. You may double-check health certifications on the Canine Health Information Center's website. You should also inquire about the breeder's dogs' history of bloat or mange.

You should be prepared for any concerns that may arise throughout your dog's life, regardless of how healthy they are when you initially bring them home. A pet insurance policy might assist you in being prepared for any of your dog's medical needs.

Care

To keep in shape, this working breed requires a lot of physical exercise. Every day, take him for a mile-long vigorous walk or jog in the morning and evening. If you enjoy bicycling, invest in an attachment that allows him to run alongside you.

Take it easy on the pups. Because their musculoskeletal system isn't fully matured until they're around 18 months old, they'll require more walks to burn off puppy energy, but those walks should be shorter and slower.

Give this dog a task to keep his mind stimulated. Herding cattle (your own or a trainer's), learning tricks, honing obedience skills, or participating in a canine sport are all good jobs for a Corso. Invest at least 20 minutes every day in these activities. It's fine to break it up: 10 minutes in the morning and 10 minutes in the evening, for example.

Allowing a Corso to go wild is never a good idea. A sturdy, robust fence is essential. An electrical fence won't keep him from leaving your property if he wants to, and it won't keep your neighbor's dog or cat out of your yard if it wanders into yours.

Finally, be prepared for the high level of care and financial obligations that come with having a big dog. There's more excrement to shovel, and basics like spay/neuter surgery cost more for large dogs than for little dogs. If your Corso has surgery for any reason, the expense of anaesthetic will be considerable since he requires more than a small dog, as well as more pain medication following surgery. Finally, there are the expenditures of dog training classes, dog sports entrance fees, and pet sitting or boarding while you are away from home. Consider all of these costs before purchasing a Corso, since you will be responsible for them for the next 10 to 12 years.

Dog Breed Care Tips and Important Instructions

Because cane corsi grow to be so enormous and powerful, positive reinforcement training is very vital, according to Derse, and should start when they're pups. She explains, "You just have to be so careful with them." "They're massive—like it's they're made of solid muscle."

Patience, consistency, and plenty of opportunity for rewards are the keys to success with any dog. These dogs require several opportunities to learn with you on a daily basis in order to develop useful abilities and habits.

Haylee Bergeland, CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA, RBT, editor of pet health and behaviour at Daily Paws, says, "These are tall, hefty, and swift dogs." "They, like other huge breeds, have the potential to knock down tiny children or damage dog playmates who are smaller than them, particularly during their adolescent years when their bodies are still in the awkward development phase. A cane corso dog owner should be aware of this and ensure that their dog has a variety of enjoyable outlets that are appropriate for their size and level of activity. For this breed, short walks around the block or visits to the dog park are insufficient."

For this working dog, daily exercise is essential, and walking, hiking, or running in the morning and evening can help him retain his muscular physique. When it comes to grooming, a cane corso's undercoat sheds all year, especially during shedding season in the spring. An occasional wash and weekly brushing are recommended to keep his beautiful coat in good shape, with daily brushing recommended in the spring.

Feeding

Recommended daily amount: If you give your Corso a high-quality dry food, he or she will consume 4 to 5 cups per day.

The amount of food your adult dog consumes is determined by his size, age, build, metabolism, and degree of activity. Dogs, like people, are unique individuals that require different amounts of food. It practically goes without saying that a dog that is very active will require more than a dog who is sedentary. The type of dog food you buy makes a difference as well; the better the dog food, the more it will nourish your dog and the less you'll have to shake into his bowl.

Rather of putting food available all the time, measure his food and feed him twice a day to keep your Corso in good form. Give him the eye and hands-on tests if you're not sure if he's overweight.

Look down at him first. There should be a waist visible. Then, with your thumbs down his spine and fingers stretched downward, place your hands on his back. Without pressing too much, you should be able to feel but not see his ribs. If you can't, he'll need to eat less and exercise more.

Fun Facts

You may be familiar with the cane corso if you're a "Game of Thrones" enthusiast. In the HBO series, Ramsay Bolton has a dog named that.

Sherri Shepherd shares photographs and videos of her massive cane corso, Lexi, on social media on a daily basis.

Home Training Tips and General Information

It's critical to start mild training with a Cane Corso puppy while they're young: pups learn the most between the ages of 3 and 12. Basic commands like as "sit," "stay," "down," and "heel" will be taught to the Cane Corso puppy. This is critical for the protection of both you and your dog.

To progressively teach your Cane Corso puppy, you must develop desired behaviours and routines from the minute he or she reaches home. You should never indulge your puppy or enable him to engage in undesirable behaviours like leaping on the sofa or chewing your shoes. If you live with others, you should decide what you want your dog to learn so that no one provides contradicting directions. Of course, this is true.

Positive reinforcement should always be used. When they do anything you don't approve of, a simple "no" suffices. Never scream at your dog, and never hit it.

It is critical to allow your puppy to complete the socialisation process with other animals, humans, and even the environment. This is the cornerstone of their training since it will help your dog grow into a secure, friendly, and courageous adult. Your puppy will be timid and everyday duties will be tough if they were never brought anywhere outside of the garden during their first four months of life.

As though they were adults, socialise Cane Corso pups. This will assist them in overcoming their shyness and preventing the development of hostility against strangers and other animals. Take some snacks with you when you go on a stroll with your dog. Allow new people to give your dog a treat every time they meet him. Your Cane Corso will learn that meeting new people means getting goodies!

FAQS

Cane Corso Unique Name

Male Name	Female Name
Brownie	Alyssa
Brutus	Ariel
Cain	Aspen
Harvey	Candy
Hunter	Darlene
Jasper	Edie
Lewis	Emma
Marty	Fiona
Mickey	Jada
Romeo	Katie
Scooby	Kelsey
Simon	Riley
Tank	Sally
TJ	Samantha
Toby	Sunny
Tripp	Tilly
Ziggy	Willow
Tinky	Codi
Whiz	Kelly
Yang	Lucy