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Corso
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Breed traits & characteristics

Affectionate with family

Independant

Lovey-Dovey

How affectionate a breed is likely to be with family members, or other people he knows well. Some breeds can be aloof with everyone but their owner, while other breeds treat everyone they know like their best friend.

Good with other dogs

Not Recommended

Good With Other Dogs

How generally friendly a breed is towards other dogs. Dogs should always be supervised for interactions and introductions with other dogs, but some breeds are innately more likely to get along with other dogs, both at home and in public.

Good with young children

Not Recommended

Good With Young Children

A breed's level of tolerance and patience with children's behaviour, and overall family-friendly nature. Dogs should always be supervised around young children, or children of any age who have little exposure to dogs.

Shedding level

No shedding

Hair everywhere

Drooling level

Less likely to drool

Always to have a towel

How much fur and hair you can expect the breed to leave behind. Breeds with high shedding will need to be brushed more frequently, are more likely to trigger certain types of allergies, and are more likely to require more consistent vacuuming and lint-rolling.

How drool-prone a breed tends to be. If you're a neat freak, dogs that can leave ropes of slobber on your arm or big wet spots on your clothes may not be the right choice for you.

Coat grooming frequency

Monthly

Daily

How frequently a breed requires bathing, brushing, trimming, or other kinds of coat maintenance. Consider how much time, patience, and budget you have for this type of care when looking at the grooming effort needed. All breeds require regular nail trimming.

Coat length

Short

Medium

Long

How long the breed's coat is expected to be. Some long-haired breeds can be trimmed short, but this will require additional upkeep to maintain.

Coat type

Wiry

Hairless

Smooth

Rough

Corded

Double

Curly

Wavy

Silky

Openness to strangers

Watchdog / protective nature

Reserved

Everyone is my best friend

What's mine is yours

Vigilant

How welcoming a breed is likely to be towards strangers. Some breeds will be reserved or cautious around all strangers, regardless of the location, while other breeds will be happy to meet a new human whenever one is around!

A breed's tendency to alert you that strangers are around. These breeds are more likely to react to any potential threat, whether it's the mailman or a squirrel outside the window. These breeds are likely to warm to strangers who enter the house and are accepted by their family.

Playfulness level

Only when you want to play

Non-stop

How enthusiastic about play a breed is likely to be, even past the age of puppyhood. Some breeds will continue wanting to play tug-of-war or fetch well into their adult years, while others will be happy to just relax on the couch with you most of the time.

Adaptability level

Lives for routine

Highly adaptable

How easily a breed handles change. This can include changes in living conditions, noise, weather, daily schedule, and other variations in day-to-day life.

Trainability level

Barking level

Self-willed

Eager to please

Only to alert

Very vocal

How easy it will be to train your dog, and how willing your dog will be to learn new things. Some breeds just want to make their owner proud, while others prefer to do what they want, when they want to, wherever they want!

How often this breed vocalises, whether it's with barks or howls. While some breeds will bark at every passer-by or bird in the window, others will only bark in particular situations. Some barkless breeds can still be vocal, using other sounds to express themselves.

Energy level

Couch potato

High energy

The amount of exercise and mental stimulation a breed needs. High energy breeds are ready to go and eager for their next adventure. They'll spend their time running, jumping, and playing throughout the day. Low energy breeds are like couch potatoes - they're happy to simply lay around and snooze.

Mental stimulation needs

Happy to lounge

Needs a job or activity

How much mental stimulation a breed needs to stay happy and healthy. Purpose-bred dogs can have jobs that require decision-making, problem-solving, concentration, or other qualities, and without the brain exercise they need, they'll create their own projects to keep their minds busy - and they probably won't be the kind of projects you'd like.

What To Expect When Caring For a Cane Corso

Owning a dog is not just a privilege; it’s a responsibility. They depend on us for, at minimum, food and shelter, and deserve much more. When you take a dog into your life, you need to understand the commitment that dog ownership entails.

Cane Corsos are generally healthy dogs,and responsible breeders screen their stock for health conditions such as hip dysplasia, idiopathic epilepsy, demodex mange, and eyelid abnormalities and deep-chested breeds are susceptible to bloat, a sudden, life-threatening stomach condition. Cane Corso owners should learn what signs to look out for, and what to do should they occur. As with all breeds, a Cane Corso's ears should be checked regularly for signs of infection, and the teeth should be brushed often, using a toothpaste designed for dogs.

Recommended Health Tests From the National Breed Club:

Hip Evaluation
Elbow Evaluation
Cardiac Exam
DSRA (Dental Skeletal Retinal Anomaly)

The Cane Corso's coat is short, but double-layered. The undercoat, which varies in length depending on the climate the dog lives in, sheds throughout the year, especially during shedding season in the spring. Weekly brushing, daily during shedding season, with a medium-bristle brush, a rubber grooming mitt or tool, or a hound glove will remove the dead hair before it can fall onto the furniture, and it helps remove dirt and promotes new hair growth as well. As with all breeds, the nails should be trimmed regularly, as overly long nails can be painful to the dog and cause problems walking and running.

The Cane Corso was bred to work and is happiest when given a job to do. He needs mental as well as physical stimulation, or undesirable behavioUr will result. Many Cane Corsos compete in agility, obedience, dock diving, protection sport, and tracking events.

The Cane Corso when mature should be lean and fit and able to cover good ground or work every day. It is very important that dogs are not subjected to rigorous exercise until they are at least 18 months of age, to preserve their joints. 5 minutes per month of age is a good calculation when deciding how much to exercse your dog.

Early socialisation and puppy training is recommended for all dogs, but for a breed as big and strong as a Cane Corso, they are a must. Many Cane Corsos can be dominant and protective, especially when they reach puberty; socialisation will help ensure that they grow into well-adjusted, well-mannered adults.

Obedience training will keep them from becoming the boss in the household. Cane Corsos are intelligent and eager to please, so they are generally easy to train. Despite their appearance, Cane Corsos are all heart and respond to love and rewards however will also need a fair amount of correction too.

The Cane Corso should do well on a high-quality dog food, whether commercially manufactured or home-prepared with your veterinarian's supervision and approval. Any diet should be appropriate to the dog's age (puppy, adult, or senior). Some dogs are prone to getting overweight, so watch your dog's calorie consumption and weight level. Treats can be an important aid in training, but giving too many can cause obesity. Learn about which human foods are safe for dogs, and which are not. Check with your vet if you have any concerns about your dog's weight or diet. Clean, fresh water should be available at all times.

At Lockdown Kennels UK all of our dogs and puppies are fed on a 100% raw diet. Please feel free to speak to us further about this.

Corso Health

Breed traits & characteristics

What To Expect When Caring For a Cane Corso

Recommended Health Tests From the National Breed Club:

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