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Name	Cane Corso	Kangal Dog	Neapolitan Mastiff
Origins	Italy	Turkey	Italy
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz	Kangal Shepherd Dog Sivas Kangal Turkish Kangal Kangal Coban Kopegi	Italian Bulldog Italian Mastiff Italian Molosso Mastino Napoletano Neo
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cane Corso or Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff? Which is the smallest dog, Cane Corso or Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff?	Large	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Cane Corso or Kangal Dog or Kangal Dog? Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff weight comparison:	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)	Male: 110-145 pounds (50-66 kg), Female: 90-120 pounds (41-54 kg)	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 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: 127.5 pounds (58 kg), Female: 105 pounds (47.5 kg)	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cane Corso or Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff? Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)	Male: 30-32 inches (77-86 cm), Female: 28-30 inches (72-77 cm)	Male: 26-30 inches (65-75 cm), Female: 24-28 inches (60-70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	Male: 31 inches (81.5 cm), Female: 29 inches (74.5 cm)	Male: 28 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (65 cm)

Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cane Corso or Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$600-$800	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Cane Corso or Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff?	Very frequent: The Cane Corso 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.	Frequent: The Neapolitan Mastiff is easier than average to get.

Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff intelligence:	Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff trainability comparison.	Cane Corso dogs are easy to train. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cane Corso or Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff?	Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cane Corso or Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff? 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.	Kangal Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cane Corso or Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff? Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff behavior/temperament comparison:	Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful Quiet	Independent Protective Alert Sensitive Selfish Calm Controlled	Stubborn Protective Obedient Dominant Trainable Fearless
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 Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff?	Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Kangal Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff social needs comparison:	Cane Corso dogs are a social breed. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are known to be antisocial. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. 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.	Kangal Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. 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.	Kangal Dog 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff playfulness comparison:	Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Kangal Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff?	Low: The Cane Corso barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Kangal Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Neapolitan Mastiff rarely barks. 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 Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff?	It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kangal Dog breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Neapolitan Mastiff breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff 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: Kangal Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Cane Corso or Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff?	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.	Kangal Dog dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Cane Corso or Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Cane Corso bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Kangal Dog bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Neapolitan Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.
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 Kangal Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Neapolitan Mastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff mouthiness comparison:	Cane Corso dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff?	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.	The Kangal Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange	Fatty Tumors	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).	Average The Kangal Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Neapolitan Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff lifespan comparison. How long do Cane Corso, Kangal Dog and Neapolitan Mastiff breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Kangal Dog: 13 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Neapolitan Mastiff: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Cane Corso or Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff? Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff energy level comparison:	Cane Corso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Neapolitan Mastiff 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 Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cane Corso or Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cane Corso dogs have an average exercise need.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cane Corso or Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff?	Cane Corso dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Kangal Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cane Corso or Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff?	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	5 to 6 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 Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff 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.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kangal Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Neapolitan Mastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Double	Dense
Colors What are the original Cane Corso, Kangal Dog and Neapolitan Mastiff color?	Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut	Black Gray Cream	Black Blue Tawny Mahogany
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cane Corso or Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff? Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Kangal Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Neapolitan Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Cane Corso or Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff? Cane Corso or Kangal Dog or {name3 shedding:	Cane Corso dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Neapolitan Mastiff 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 Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff 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 Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff?	Medium ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kangal Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Neapolitan Mastiff has a high 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 Kangal Dog 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 Neapolitan Mastiff 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.

Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff 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.	Kangal Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cane Corso or Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff? Which dog is more friendly?	Cane Corso dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
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 Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff?	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Kangal Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cane Corso or Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff?	Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cane Corso or Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff?	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff?	No Cane Corso dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Kangal Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Neapolitan Mastiff dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Cane Corso is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kangal Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Neapolitan Mastiff 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.	Kangal Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Neapolitan Mastiffs are commonly okay with elderly people.

Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff 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 Kangal Dog or Neapolitan Mastiff? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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 Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff?	Not really Cane Corso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kangal Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Neapolitan Mastiff 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.	Yes 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 Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff 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 Kangal Dog and Neapolitan Mastiff have?	4-6 puppies	5-10 puppies	6-12 puppies
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Cane Corso vs Kangal Dog vs Neapolitan Mastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2004 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.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian 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 America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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