Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer Comparison – Which dog is better Cane Corz or Russian Bear Schnauzer?

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Name	Cane Corso	Giant Schnauzer
Origins	Italy	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	37	80
Reviews	2	4
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cane Corz, Italian Mastiff, Cane Di Macellaio	Russian Bear Schnauzer, Munich Schnauzer, Munchener, Riesenschnauzer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred
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 1930 as a Working breed.
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 Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
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
Price Which is cheaper, Cane Corso or Giant Schnauzer? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Cane Corso and Giant Schnauzer?	$1500-$2000	$1000-$1500
Availability	Very frequent	Very frequent

Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cane Corso or Giant Schnauzer? Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer size comparison:	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Cane Corso or Giant Schnauzer? Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer weight comparison:	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)	Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg)	Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cane Corso or Giant Schnauzer? Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer coat comparison:	Dense	Wiry
Colors What are the original Cane Corso and Giant Schnauzer color? Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer color comparison:	Chestnut Brindle Gray Red Fawn Black	Pepper Salt Black
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Cane Corso or Giant Schnauzer? Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cane Corso or Giant Schnauzer? Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer shedding:	Cane Corsos shed moderately.	Giant Schnauzers shed none to minimal.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Cane Corso or Giant Schnauzer?	4-6 weeks Average.	8-12 weeks Very rarely.

Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer Characteristics Comparison

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

Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer Good With Comparison

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

Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer?	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.	Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer health problems comparison:	Arthritis Bloat Cherry Eye Demodectic Mange Ectropion Entropion Hip Dysplasia	Bloat Cancer Cataracts Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma Heart Problems Hip Dysplasia Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Retinal Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer?	Rare The Cane Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer lifespan comparison. How long do Cane Corso and Giant Schnauzer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Cane Corso and Giant Schnauzer?	10-11 years	10-12 years
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Hypoallergenic Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	Yes
Energy Level Who has more energy a Cane Corso or Giant Schnauzer? Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer energy level comparison:	Cane Corsos have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Giant Schnauzers are high energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cane Corso or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cane Corsos have an average exercise need.	Giant Schnauzers need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cane Corso or Giant Schnauzer?	Cane Corsos are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping.	Giant Schnauzers don't need too much sleep.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cane Corso or Giant Schnauzer? Does the Cane Corso breed eat more than the Giant Schnauzer breed?	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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High.	Average.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer?	Tolerates warm and cold weather.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Cane Corso or Giant Schnauzer?	Medium The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.	Low The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer?	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 Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.

Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can Cane Corso and Giant Schnauzer have? Cane Corso vs Giant Schnauzer litter size comparison:	4-6 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Frederick
Oct 28, 2020, 5:57:47 PM:
I think Giant Schnauzers have my win on this one.