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Name	Boerboel	Rottweiler	Blue Blood Cane Corso
Origins	South Africa	Germany	United States Italy
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	South African Mastiff South African Boerboel	Rott Rottie	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso? Which is the smallest dog, Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso?	Large Giant	Large Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Boerboel or Rottweiler or Rottweiler? Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso weight comparison:	154-200 pounds (70-90 kg)	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	177 pounds (80 kg)	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso? Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso height comparison:	Male: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (59-65 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)

Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$1200-$2000	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso?	Frequent: The Boerboel is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Blue Blood Cane Corso is easier than average to get.

Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Blue Blood Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso trainability comparison.	Boerboel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Blue Blood Cane Corso dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso?	Boerboel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Blue Blood Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Boerboel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Blue Blood Cane Corso dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso? Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Obedient Dominant Territorial	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Loving Protective Courageous Loyal Social Trainable Cheerful Quiet Dutiful Responsible
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Boerboel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso?	Average: Boerboel dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Blue Blood Cane Corso dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso social needs comparison:	Boerboel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Blue Blood Cane Corso dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Boerboel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Blue Blood Cane Corso dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Boerboel dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Blue Blood Cane Corso dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso playfulness comparison:	Average: Boerboels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Blue Blood Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso?	Low to Average: The Boerboel rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Blue Blood Cane Corso rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso?	It is not recommended to keep the Boerboel breed in the home.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Rottweiler indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Blue Blood Cane Corso breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Boerboel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Blue Blood Cane Corso dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Blue Blood Cane Corso dogs 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.

Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Boerboel bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Blue Blood Cane Corso bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Boerboel has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Blue Blood Cane Corso has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso mouthiness comparison:	Boerboel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Blue Blood Cane Corso dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso?	Boerboels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Blue Blood Cane Corso is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Epilepsy Joint Dysplasia Vaginal Hyperplasia	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Blindness Deafness Entropion Skin Infections Skin Irritation Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Boerboel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Blue Blood Cane Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso lifespan comparison. How long do Boerboel, Rottweiler and Blue Blood Cane Corso breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boerboel: 11 years	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Blue Blood Cane Corso: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso? Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso energy level comparison:	Boerboel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Blue Blood Cane Corso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boerboel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.	Blue Blood Cane Corso dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso?	Boerboel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Blue Blood Cane Corso dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Boerboel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Blood Cane Corso's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso coat comparison:	Dense Shiny Smooth	Dense	Fine Dense
Colors What are the original Boerboel, Rottweiler and Blue Blood Cane Corso color?	Red Cream Brown Tawny Brindle Reddish	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Black Gray Red White Fawn Brindle Grey Chestnut
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso? Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Boerboel requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Blue Blood Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso? Boerboel or Rottweiler or {name3 shedding:	Boerboel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Blue Blood Cane Corso dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso?	Medium ⏺ The Boerboel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Blue Blood Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Boerboel drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Blue Blood Cane Corso is an average drooler. See more.

Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boerboel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	Blue Blood Cane Corso dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso? Which dog is more friendly?	Boerboel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Blue Blood Cane Corso dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso?	Boerboel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Blue Blood Cane Corso dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso?	Boerboel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Blue Blood Cane Corso dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso?	Boerboel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	Blue Blood Cane Corso dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso?	Yes Boerboel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Blue Blood Cane Corso dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Boerboel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Blue Blood Cane Corso is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Boerboels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Blue Blood Cane Corsos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Boerboel or Rottweiler or Blue Blood Cane Corso? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso?	Not really Boerboel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Blue Blood Cane Corso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Boerboel and Rottweiler and Blue Blood Cane Corso have?	7-10 puppies	8-12 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Boerboel vs Rottweiler vs Blue Blood Cane Corso Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc.	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler Club	No data available

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