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Compare Bullmastiff and Cane Corso. Which is better: Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel?
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| Name | Bullmastiff | Cane Corso | Boerboel |
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| Origins |  England |  Italy |  South Africa |
| Group | Working Dogs | Working Dogs | Working Dogs |
| Popularity Rank | 51 | 37 | 124 |
| Reviews | 1 | 6 | 1 |
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| Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Bullie Bully |
Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz |
South African Mastiff South African Boerboel |
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| Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel Size and Weight Comparison
| Size
Which is bigger, Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel? Which is the smallest dog, Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel? | Large | Large | Large Giant |
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| Weight
Which is heavier, Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Cane Corso? Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel weight comparison: | Male: 110-133 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-55 kg) | Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg) | 154-200 pounds (70-90 kg) |
| Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 121.5 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg) | Male: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg) | 177 pounds (80 kg) |
| Height
Which is taller, Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel? Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel height comparison: | Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm) | Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm) | Male: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (59-65 cm) |
| Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm) | Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm) | Male: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (62 cm) |
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel Price and Availability Comparison
| Price
Which is cheaper, Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel? Which is more expensive? | $1200-$1500 | $1500-$2000 | $1500-$2000 |
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| Availability
Which is easier to get, Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel? | Very frequent: The Bullmastiff is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get. | Frequent: The Boerboel is easier than average to get. |
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
| Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel intelligence: | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. |
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| Trainability
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel trainability comparison. | Bullmastiff dogs are quite easy to train. | Cane Corso dogs are easy to train. | Boerboel dogs are quite easy to train. |
| Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel? | Bullmastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Boerboel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
| Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Bullmastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Cane Corso dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Boerboel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel Personality and Temperament Comparison
| Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel? Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel behavior/temperament comparison: |
Protective Alert Powerful Courageous Docile Reliable Loyal Devoted Calm |
Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful Quiet |
Intelligent Confident Obedient Dominant Territorial |
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| Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Cane Corso dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Boerboel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
| Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel? | Average: Bullmastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Average: Boerboel dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. |
| Social Needs
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel social needs comparison: | Bullmastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. | Cane Corso dogs are a social breed. | Boerboel dogs need for social interaction is average. |
| Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Bullmastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Cane Corso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | The wanderlust potential of the Boerboel is strong enough to escape from home. |
| Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Bullmastiff 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. | Cane Corso dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | 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. |
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel Activity and Playfulness Comparison
| Playfulness
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel playfulness comparison: | Bullmastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. | Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Boerboels, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
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| Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel? | Low: The Bullmastiff barks none to minimal. | Low: The Cane Corso barks none to minimal. | Low to Average: The Boerboel rarely barks. |
| Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel? | 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 Bullmastiff indoors. | It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso breed in the home. | It is not recommended to keep the Boerboel breed in the home. |
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel Adaptability and Independence Comparison
| Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Average: Bullmastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Cane Corso dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Average: Boerboel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. |
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| Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | 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. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel Bite Characteristics Comparison
| Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bullmastiff bite force: Ordinary. | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Cane Corso bite force: The Strongest. | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Boerboel bite force: The Strongest. |
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| Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Bullmastiff has a low chance of biting somebody. | Moderate ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Boerboel has a low chance of biting somebody. |
| Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel mouthiness comparison: | Bullmastiff dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Cane Corso dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Boerboel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel Health and Lifespan Comparison
| Health Issues
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel? | Very healthy dog breed. | Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs. | Boerboels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. |
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| Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel health problems comparison: |
Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Heart Problems Entropion Kidney Issues Hemangiosarcoma Lymphosarcoma Osteosarcoma | Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange | Hip Dysplasia Allergies Epilepsy Joint Dysplasia Vaginal Hyperplasia |
| Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Rare The Bullmastiff 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). |
Frequent The Boerboel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
| Life Expectancy
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel lifespan comparison. How long do Bullmastiff, Cane Corso and Boerboel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
8-10 years The average lifespan of Bullmastiff: 9 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Boerboel: 11 years |
| Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel? | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bullmastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel Energy and Activity Comparison
| Energy Level
Who has more energy a Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel?
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel energy level comparison: | Bullmastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. | Cane Corso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Boerboel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
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| Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Bullmastiff dogs exercise need is minimal. | Cane Corso dogs have an average exercise need. | Boerboel dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
| Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel? | Bullmastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. | Cane Corso dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Boerboel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel Diet and Weight Management Comparison
| Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel? | 3 to 4.5 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. | 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals |
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| Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel weight gain potential comparison: | High: The Bullmastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cane Corso's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average: The Boerboel has an average risk for obesity. |
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel Allergies and Grooming Comparison
| Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel coat comparison: | Rough | Dense |
Dense Shiny Smooth |
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| Colors
What are the original Bullmastiff, Cane Corso and Boerboel color? | Red Fawn Brindle |
Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut | Red Cream Brown Tawny Brindle Reddish |
| Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel? Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel grooming comparison: | Easy to groom: The Bullmastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. | Effortless: The Boerboel requires minimal grooming. |
| Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel? Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or {name3 shedding: | Bullmastiff dogs shed moderately. | Cane Corso dogs shed moderately. | Boerboel dogs shed moderately. |
| Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
| Hypoallergenic
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
| Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel? | High 🔼 The Bullmastiff has a high chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Boerboel has an average chance of bad smell. |
| Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Bullmastiff 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. | 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. |
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel Good With Comparison
| Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Bullmastiff dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. | Cane Corso dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. | Boerboel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. |
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| Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel? Which dog is more friendly? | Bullmastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Cane Corso dogs are not stranger friendly dogs. | Boerboel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
| Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel? | Bullmastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Cane Corso dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. | Boerboel dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
| Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel? | Bullmastiff dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. | Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. | Boerboel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. |
| Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel? | Bullmastiff dogs are not dog-friendly. | Cane Corso dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Boerboel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. |
| Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel? |
Yes Bullmastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
No Cane Corso dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
Yes Boerboel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
| Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Bullmastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Cane Corso is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Boerboel is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
| Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Bullmastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people. | Cane Corsos are commonly okay with elderly people. | Boerboels are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel 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. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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| Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Bullmastiff or Cane Corso or Boerboel? Which is better for autism? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
| 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: Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel? | Not really Bullmastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Cane Corso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Boerboel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
| 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. | Yes 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. |
| Fighting Dog / Military Dog | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. |
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel Reproducibility Comparison
| Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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| Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
| Litter Size
How many puppies can Bullmastiff and Cane Corso and Boerboel have? | 4-13 puppies, average 8 | 4-6 puppies | 7-10 puppies |
Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso vs Boerboel Recognition Comparison
| AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Working breed. |
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| FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. | 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 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 |
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 | American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. |
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- Spio Theophilus
Apr 30, 2020, 3:44:35 PM:
Very good work
- cedric olivera
Jun 15, 2020, 8:50:40 PM:
Would change the following: Every other source states that the Boerboel is healthier in general than the Bullmastiff which tends to have more health problems. Also my understanding is that the Cane Coro is prone to epilepsy not the Boerboel
- DM
Nov 11, 2020, 4:08:35 AM:
Not very accurate description of the Boerboel regarding temperament, trainability, good for novice 1st time dog owners & adaptability.
- Karen Pusateri
Jun 11, 2021, 1:25:39 PM:
CC's and Neapolitan Mastiffs weren't that long ago still considered the same breed and there are still some that have closer ties than others. A lot of CC's that are in the mid 100 range (males @ 150lbs and females @ 130 lbs). The range is pretty off.