Cane Corso
Breed Profile
The Cane Corso is a large Italian Molosser, which is closely related to the Neapolitan Mastiff. In name and form the Cane Corso predates its cousin the Neapolitan Mastiff. It is muscular and yet less bulky than most other Mastiff breeds. The breed is known as possibly the last of the coursing Mastiffs.
Temperament
Affectionate, Intelligent, Majestic. This breed is also timid toward other pets and toward strangers.
Color & Coat
Coat: The coat of the Cane Corso is short and sleek.
Color: Cane Corso appear in two basic coat colours: black and fawn. This is further modified by genetic pigment dilution to create “blue” (grey, from black) and frumentino or formentino (from fawn, where the mask is blue/grey) colours. Brindling of varying intensity is common on both basic coat colours as well, creating Tigrato (black brindle), and Grigio Tigrato (blue brindle). White markings are common on the chest, tips of toes, the chin, and the bridge of the nose.
Health
Like other large breeds, the Cane Corso Italiano is susceptible to hip dysplasia. It is also prone to bloat, so remember not to overfeed them and serve them with small meals throughout the day.