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Name	Cane Corso	Bullmastiff	American Pit Bull Terrier
Origins	Italy	England	United States
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz	Bullie Bully	Pit Pit Bull Pitbull Pitty APBT
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or Bullmastiff? Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)	Male: 110-133 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-55 kg)	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg)	Male: 121.5 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier? Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)	Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm)	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	Male: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm)	19 inches (47.5 cm)

Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$1200-$1500	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bullmastiff is quite easy to get.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.

Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier intelligence:	Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier trainability comparison.	Cane Corso dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Cane Corso dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier? Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful Quiet	Protective Alert Powerful Courageous Docile Reliable Loyal Devoted Calm	Stubborn Clownish Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Strong Willed Aggressive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Cane Corso 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: Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Bullmastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier social needs comparison:	Cane Corso dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Cane Corso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Cane Corso dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	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. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Bullmastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Low: The Cane Corso barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Bullmastiff barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier?	It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso 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 Bullmastiff indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Cane Corso dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Bullmastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier?	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.	American Pit Bull Terrier 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.

Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Cane Corso bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bullmastiff bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Pit Bull Terrier 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:	Moderate ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bullmastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The American Pit Bull Terrier has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Cane Corso dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.	American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange	Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Heart Problems Entropion Kidney Issues Hemangiosarcoma Lymphosarcoma Osteosarcoma	Hip Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Cane Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Bullmastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The American Pit Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Cane Corso, Bullmastiff and American Pit Bull Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bullmastiff: 9 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	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 cold weather conditions The Bullmastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier? Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier energy level comparison:	Cane Corso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Bullmastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cane Corso dogs have an average exercise need.	Bullmastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Cane Corso dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Bullmastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Recommended daily amount: If you are feeding a high-quality dry food, your Corso will probably eat 4 to 5 cups a day.	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 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? Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cane Corso's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Bullmastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier coat comparison:	Dense	Rough	Fine
Colors What are the original Cane Corso, Bullmastiff and American Pit Bull Terrier color?	Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut	Red Fawn Brindle	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier? Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Bullmastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier? Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or {name3 shedding:	Cane Corso dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier 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, Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Bullmastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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. See more.	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. See more.	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cane Corso dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Bullmastiff dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Cane Corso dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Bullmastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Bullmastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Bullmastiff dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier?	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bullmastiff dogs are not dog-friendly.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	No Cane Corso dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Bullmastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Cane Corso is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bullmastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No American Pit Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Cane Corsos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Bullmastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.	American Pit Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Cane Corso or Bullmastiff or American Pit Bull Terrier? 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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: Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier?	Not really Cane Corso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bullmastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Pit Bull Terrier 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.	Not really 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier 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 Cane Corso and Bullmastiff and American Pit Bull Terrier have?	4-6 puppies	4-13 puppies, average 8	5-8 puppies
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Cane Corso vs Bullmastiff vs American Pit Bull Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club	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 Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club

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