Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso Comparison – Which dog is better Alpine Molosser or Cane Corz?

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Name	Alpine Mastiff	Cane Corso
Origins	Switzerland	Italy
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Group	Extinct	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alpine Molosser	Cane Corz, Italian Mastiff, Cane Di Macellaio
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred
AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club
Price Which is cheaper, Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Alpine Mastiff and Cane Corso?	No data available	$1500-$2000
Availability	Unavailable	Very frequent

Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso? Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso size comparison:	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso? Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso weight comparison:	340-350 pounds (154-160 kg)	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	345 pounds (157 kg)	Male: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso? Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso height comparison:	35-40 inches (89-101 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	37.5 inches (95 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)

Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso coat comparison:	Rough	Dense
Colors What are the original Alpine Mastiff and Cane Corso color? Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso color comparison:	Brindle Brown	Chestnut Brindle Gray Red Fawn Black
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso? Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Alpine Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming.	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso? Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso shedding:	Alpine Mastiffs shed above average.	Cane Corsos shed moderately.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso?	4-6 weeks Average.	4-6 weeks Average.

Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso? Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso behavior/temperament comparison:	Friendly	Cheerful Loyal Social Courageous Quiet
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso smarter? Which is best? Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.	Átlagos: Átlagos intelligenciájú Cane Corso.
Trainability Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso trainability comparison. What's the difference between Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso?	Alpine Mastiffs are quite easy to train.	Cane Corsos are easy to train.
Playfulness Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso playfulness comparison:	Alpine Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed.	Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.	Cane Corsos have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso?	Alpine Mastiffs are highly affectionate dogs.	Cane Corsos are average dogs regarding their affection level.
Social Needs Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso social needs comparison:	Alpine Mastiffs need a lot of social interaction.	Cane Corsos are a social breed.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso?	Average: The Alpine Mastiff barks occasionally.	Low: The Cane Corso barks none to minimal.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso?	Alpine Mastiffs are average watchdogs.	Cane Corsos are one of the best watchdogs.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Alpine Mastiffs strongly protect their territory.	Cane Corsos are extremely protective guard dogs.
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low The Alpine Mastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate The Cane Corso has an average chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso?	Above 400 PSI The strongest: Dogs that have a strong bite force are usually quite powerful and large.	Above 400 PSI The strongest: Dogs that have a strong bite force are usually quite powerful and large.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso mouthiness comparison:	Alpine Mastiffs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Cane Corsos have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso?	Alpine Mastiffs tend to escape less than other breeds.	Cane Corsos tend to escape less than other breeds.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso? Which can be better for hunting?	Alpine Mastiffs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.	Cane Corsos have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso?	Nem lakásbarát kutya Alpine Mastiff.	Nem ajánlott lakásban tartani Cane Corso kutyafajtát.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Alpine Mastiffs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Cane Corsos don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso?	Alpine Mastiffs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Cane Corsos do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Fighting Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dog.

Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso? Which dog is more friendly?	Alpine Mastiffs are not the most stranger friendly dogs.	Cane Corsos are not stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso?	Alpine Mastiffs are kid-friendly dogs.	Cane Corsos are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso?	Alpine Mastiffs are cat-friendly dogs.	Cane Corsos are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso?	Alpine Mastiffs are dog-friendly dogs.	Cane Corsos are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso?	No Alpine Mastiffs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Cane Corsos are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Alpine Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cane Corso is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Alpine Mastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Cane Corsos are commonly okay with elderly people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso?	Not really Alpine Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Cane Corso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Alpine Mastiffs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Cane Corsos do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso health comparison. Which is the healthier: Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso?	Alpine Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso health problems comparison:	No data available	Arthritis Bloat Cherry Eye Demodectic Mange Ectropion Entropion Hip Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso?	Rare The Alpine Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Cane Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso lifespan comparison. How long do Alpine Mastiff and Cane Corso breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Alpine Mastiff and Cane Corso?	10-12 years	10-11 years
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Hypoallergenic Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso? Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso energy level comparison:	Alpine Mastiffs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Cane Corsos have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Alpine Mastiffs exercise need is minimal.	Cane Corsos have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso?	Alpine Mastiffs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Cane Corsos are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso? Does the Alpine Mastiff breed eat more than the Cane Corso breed?	15 to 16 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: If you are feeding a high-quality dry food, your Corso will probably eat 4 to 5 cups a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High.	Average to High.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Alpine Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.	Tolerates warm and cold weather.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Alpine Mastiff or Cane Corso?	High The Alpine Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso?	The Alpine Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.	The Cane Corso drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.

Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can Alpine Mastiff and Cane Corso have? Alpine Mastiff vs Cane Corso litter size comparison:	5-12 puppies	4-6 puppies
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