This article was originally published in Showsight Magazine, January 2014 issue.
The Cane Corso will become completely devoted and attached to your family. They can show their affections in a variety of ways. Some find it necessary to be in your lap every waking moment and are exuberant in demonstrating their affections. They may lean on your leg, put their head in your lap and paw at the bathroom door to be with you. Some are more reserved in nature, yet always remain close to their people. They are sensitive to their favorite people and are very loyal with their attention. Your Cane Corso will intuitively respond to your mood. When you are joyful, grief-stricken or angry, they will vigilantly respond to you with devotion, affection and love.
Cane Corsos thrive on companionship. They want to be wherever you are. Although they will tolerate being crated or kenneled for a period of time, they need human contact to remain well rounded. A Cane Corso needs socialization and lots of it! If your Cane Corso doesn’t get proper socialization and attention prepare for an unruly, unhappy puppy! If lack of socialization continues through adulthood prepare for unsociable or fearful behaviors. An adult that is exiled from the family is bound to be miserable. If you have other obligations, a demanding occupation or if you don’t prefer to have your dog’s constant companionship, than a Cane Corso may not be a good fit for you.
The Cane Corso is a dog breed having its origin in Italy. They were bred to protect the farms and livestock from thieves, predators and vermin. The Corso is very versatile and can perform an eclectic job portfolio including, but not limited to:
Words that describe a Cane Corso: Intelligent, Strong, Brave, Devoted, Vigilant, Discerning, Courageous, Loyal and Goofy! Need I say more?
The movement can be described in two words, Effortless Power!
In the United States, as per our breed standard, all bites are acceptable; scissors, level or slightly undershot. However it is important to look for incisors that are in a straight line and bottom divergent canines. This directly correlates with a wide square muzzle.
The base of the tail should be very thick and wide. This breed trait usually goes along with heavy bone, which is desired.
In the AKC Working Group, the Cane Corso is one of few breeds with numerous colors and the eye color should correspond to coat color.
