Cane Corso
The Cane Corso is an ancient mastiff breed from Italy. It is a large size dog which is very muscular and loves to run. It is an excellent watchdog. The Cane Corso has been used to hunt animals such as wild boar.[1]
.jpg)
| ||||||||||||||||
| Other names |
| |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country of origin | Italy | |||||||||||||||
| ||||||||||||||||
| ||||||||||||||||
The Cane Corso is highly intelligent, very trainable, and has a stable temperament. It’s skin is tough. It has excellent hearing. It is important that this dog be socialized early. If carefully trained as a pup, it is very good with other people while always being highly protective of its owner. His name derives from the Latin "Cohors" which means "guardian," "protector." The dog is highly tolerant of pain and sometimes electric fences are ignored by the dog. The dog also loves and needs daily exercise.[2]
Early training of this dog is imperative. The owner must introduce the dog to his environment. This includes family, friends, nearby cats and dogs. This is because the Cane Corso breed is first and foremost highly protective of its owner.[3]
Furthermore, this breed is prohibited in several countries and parts of the United States.[4]
Cane Corsos are noted for their loyalty to their owners and are one of the best guarding breeds.
Cane Corso Media
Chiaro y Tondo's Viggo, a Cane Corso with natural ears and tail.
Mostra Cinofila, Campione Cane Corso Italiano Aragon
References
- ↑ "Cane Corso". AKC. Retrieved 14 March 2015.
- ↑ The Cane Corso
- ↑ Training of the Cane Corse
- ↑ "Cane Corso banned in these countries". Pawdumb.