Cane Corso

Cane Corso
Other names
  • Cane Corso Italiano
OriginItaly
Traits
Height Males
62–70 cm (24–28 in)
Females
58–66 cm (23–26 in)
Weight Males
45–50 kg (100–110 lb)[1]
Females
40–45 kg (90–100 lb)[1]
Kennel club standards
Ente Nazionale della Cinofilia Italiana standard
Fédération Cynologique Internationale standard
Dog (domestic dog)

The Cane Corso[a] is an Italian breed of mastiff. It is usually kept as a companion dog or guard dog; it may also be used to protect livestock. In the past it was used for hunting large game, and also to herd cattle.

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