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Name	Cane Corso	Great Dane	American Staffordshire Terrier
Origins	Italy	Germany	United States
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	37	14	83
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane	Stafford Staffy Amstaff
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cane Corso or Great Dane or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Cane Corso or Great Dane or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Large	Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Cane Corso or Great Dane or Great Dane? Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	57-67 pounds (25-30 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: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	62 pounds (27.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cane Corso or Great Dane or American Staffordshire Terrier? Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)

Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cane Corso or Great Dane or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$800-$1200	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Cane Corso or Great Dane or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The American Staffordshire Terrier is quite easy to get.

Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier intelligence:	Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier trainability comparison.	Cane Corso dogs are easy to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cane Corso or Great Dane or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cane Corso or Great Dane or American Staffordshire 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.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cane Corso or Great Dane or American Staffordshire Terrier? Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful Quiet	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved	Courageous Intelligent Friendly Loyal Devoted Attentive Tenacious
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.	Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier?	Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: American Staffordshire 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 Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier social needs comparison:	Cane Corso dogs are a social breed. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	American Staffordshire 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.	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Great Dane 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 Staffordshire 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 Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The American Staffordshire Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier?	Low: The Cane Corso barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.	Average: The American Staffordshire 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 Great Dane or American Staffordshire Terrier?	It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.	It is not recommended to keep the American Staffordshire Terrier breed in the home.
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Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire 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: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: American Staffordshire 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 Great Dane or American Staffordshire 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.	Great Dane 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.	American Staffordshire 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 Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier?	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.	The American Staffordshire Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia	No data available
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 Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The American Staffordshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Cane Corso, Great Dane and American Staffordshire Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of American Staffordshire Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire 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 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.

Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cane Corso or Great Dane or American Staffordshire Terrier?	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	2.5 to 3 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 Great Dane vs American Staffordshire 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.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Fine
Colors What are the original Cane Corso, Great Dane and American Staffordshire Terrier color?	Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle	Black Blue White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cane Corso or Great Dane or American Staffordshire Terrier? Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Staffordshire Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Cane Corso or Great Dane or American Staffordshire Terrier? Cane Corso or Great Dane or {name3 shedding:	Cane Corso dogs shed moderately. See more.	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. 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 Great Dane or American Staffordshire 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 Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Staffordshire 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 Great Dane 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 American Staffordshire Terrier is an average drooler. See more.

Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire 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.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cane Corso or Great Dane or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Cane Corso dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cane Corso or Great Dane or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cane Corso or Great Dane or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.	American Staffordshire 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 Great Dane or American Staffordshire Terrier?	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier?	No Cane Corso dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Staffordshire 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 Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes American Staffordshire Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Cane Corsos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.	American Staffordshire Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Cane Corso or Great Dane or American Staffordshire 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.
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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.	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: Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire Terrier?	Not really Cane Corso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Staffordshire 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.	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 Great Dane vs American Staffordshire 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 Great Dane and American Staffordshire Terrier have?	4-6 puppies	10-15 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs American Staffordshire 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 1887 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier 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 Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers 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 Canadian Canine Registry	No data available

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