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Name	Cane Corso	King Shepherd	Bullmastiff
Origins	Italy	United States	England
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	37	193	51
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz	King Shepherd Dog	Bullie Bully
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cane Corso or King Shepherd or Bullmastiff? Which is the smallest dog, Cane Corso or King Shepherd or Bullmastiff?	Large	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Cane Corso or King Shepherd or King Shepherd? Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff weight comparison:	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)	90-150 pounds (41-69 kg)	Male: 110-133 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-55 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)	120 pounds (55 kg)	Male: 121.5 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cane Corso or King Shepherd or Bullmastiff? Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)	25-29 inches (64-74 cm)	Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	27 inches (69 cm)	Male: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm)

Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cane Corso or King Shepherd or Bullmastiff? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$1500-$2500	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Cane Corso or King Shepherd or Bullmastiff?	Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The King Shepherd is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Bullmastiff is quite easy to get.

Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff 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.
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Trainability Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff trainability comparison.	Cane Corso dogs are easy to train. See more.	King Shepherd dogs are hard to train. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs are quite 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 King Shepherd or Bullmastiff?	Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	King Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cane Corso or King Shepherd or Bullmastiff? 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.	King Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cane Corso or King Shepherd or Bullmastiff? Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff behavior/temperament comparison:	Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful Quiet	Loving Protective Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Gentle	Protective Alert Powerful Courageous Docile Reliable Loyal Devoted 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. 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 King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff?	Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: King Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Bullmastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff social needs comparison:	Cane Corso dogs are a social breed. See more.	King Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bullmastiff 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.	King Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Bullmastiff 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.	King Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff 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: King Shepherd dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Bullmastiff 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 King Shepherd or Bullmastiff?	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.	King Shepherd 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.

Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

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

Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cane Corso or King Shepherd or Bullmastiff?	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	3 to 4.5 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 King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff 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 King Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Bullmastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff coat comparison:	Dense	Fluffy Thick Weather-resistant	Rough
Colors What are the original Cane Corso, King Shepherd and Bullmastiff color?	Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut	Black Tan Cream White Sable	Red Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cane Corso or King Shepherd or Bullmastiff? Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The King Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Bullmastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cane Corso or King Shepherd or Bullmastiff? Cane Corso or King Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Cane Corso dogs shed moderately. See more.	King Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bullmastiff 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 King Shepherd or Bullmastiff?	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 King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff 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 King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff?	Medium ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The King Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Bullmastiff 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 King Shepherd is an average drooler. 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.

Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff 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.	King Shepherd dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Bullmastiff dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cane Corso or King Shepherd or Bullmastiff? Which dog is more friendly?	Cane Corso dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	King Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Bullmastiff 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 King Shepherd or Bullmastiff?	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	King Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bullmastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cane Corso or King Shepherd or Bullmastiff?	Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	King Shepherd dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Bullmastiff 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 King Shepherd or Bullmastiff?	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	King Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Bullmastiff dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff?	No Cane Corso dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No King Shepherd 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Cane Corso is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No King Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bullmastiff 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.	King Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bullmastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff 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 King Shepherd or Bullmastiff? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff?	Not really Cane Corso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really King Shepherd 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.
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.	Not really 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff 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 King Shepherd and Bullmastiff have?	4-6 puppies	6-10 puppies	4-13 puppies, average 8
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Cane Corso vs King Shepherd vs Bullmastiff 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 1934 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	America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Rare Breed Association	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

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