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Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cane Di Macellaio or Alsatian wolf dog or Caucasian Mountain Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Cane Corso German Shepherd Caucasian Ovcharka
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Cane Di Macellaio
Cane Corz
Alsatian wolf dog
Berger Allemand
Deutscher Schäferhund
Schäferhund
Alsatian
Caucasian Mountain Dog
Caucasian Sheepdog
Kaukasische Schaferhund
Kawkasky Owtscharka
Caucasian Ovcharka
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka? Which is the smallest dog, Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka?
Large Large Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Cane Corso or German Shepherd or German Shepherd? Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka weight comparison:
Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg) Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg) 99-154 pounds (45-70 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: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) 126.5 pounds (57.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka? Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka height comparison:
Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm) 25-28 inches (64-72 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm) 26.5 inches (68 cm)

Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka? Which is more expensive?
$1500-$2000 $800-$2000 $1500-$2500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka?
Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka intelligence:
Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka trainability comparison.
Cane Corso dogs are easy to train.
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German Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka?
Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka? 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.
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German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka? Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka behavior/temperament comparison:
Courageous
Loyal
Social
Cheerful
Quiet
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Alert
Powerful
Dominant
Quick
Calm
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.
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Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka?
Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka social needs comparison:
Cane Corso dogs are a social breed.
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German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Cane Corso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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.
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German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Caucasian Ovcharka 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.
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Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka playfulness comparison:
Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Caucasian Ovcharka is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka?
Low: The Cane Corso barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Caucasian Ovcharka is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka?
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 German Shepherd indoors.
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 Caucasian Ovcharka indoors.

Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka 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.
German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Caucasian Ovcharka 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 German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Cane Corso bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Caucasian Ovcharka bite force: The Strongest.
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.

High 🔼

The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Caucasian Ovcharka has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka mouthiness comparison:
Cane Corso dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka?
Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.
German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Caucasian Ovcharkas tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Entropion
Cherry Eye
Ectropion
Arthritis
Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Blindness
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Degenerative Myelopathy
Wobbler's Syndrome
Panosteitis
Hemophilia B
Megaesophagus
Cushing's Syndrome
Lens Luxation
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Chronic Diarrhea
Cruciate Ligament Rupture
Digestive Problems
Hemophilia A
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Lupus
Myasthenia Gravis
Nail Bed Disease
Osteochondrosis
Pannus
Paralysis
Perianal Fistula
Seborrhea
Vitiligo
Joint Dysplasia
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 German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Caucasian Ovcharka should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka lifespan comparison. How long do Cane Corso, German Shepherd and Caucasian Ovcharka breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Caucasian Ovcharka: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers cold weather
The Caucasian Ovcharka can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka? Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka energy level comparison:
Cane Corso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Cane Corso dogs have an average exercise need.
German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka?
Cane Corso dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka?
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 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cane Corso's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Caucasian Ovcharka's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka coat comparison:
Dense Fuzzy Dense
Thick
Double
Colors
What are the original Cane Corso, German Shepherd and Caucasian Ovcharka color?
Black
Gray
Red
Fawn
Brindle
Chestnut
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Black
Gray
Cream
White
Silver
Yellow
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka? Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Caucasian Ovcharka doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka? Cane Corso or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Cane Corso dogs shed moderately.
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German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka?

Medium

The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Caucasian Ovcharka 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.
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The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Caucasian Ovcharka drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka 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.
German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka? Which dog is more friendly?
Cane Corso dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka?
Cane Corso dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka?
Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka?
Cane Corso dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka?
No
Cane Corso dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Caucasian Ovcharka 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
German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Caucasian Ovcharka 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.
German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Caucasian Ovcharkas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Cane Corso or German Shepherd or Caucasian Ovcharka? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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 German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka?

Not really

Cane Corso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Caucasian Ovcharka breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Cane Corso and German Shepherd and Caucasian Ovcharka have?
4-6 puppies 6-10 puppies 5-10 puppies

Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Caucasian Ovcharka 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 1908 as a Herding 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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
United Kennel Club
German Shepherd Dog Club Of America
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

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