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Cane Corso vs Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cane Di Macellaio or Plott or Swissy? Find the right dog for you

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Name Cane Corso Plott Hound Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breeds.
Cane Di Macellaio
Cane Corz
Plott
Plotthund
Swissy
Great Swiss Mountain Dog
Grosser Schweizer Sennenhund
Large Swiss Mountain Dog
Great Swiss Cattle Dog
Bouvier Suisse
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Cane Corso vs Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which breed is the largest?
Large Medium Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg) 40-75 pounds (18-34 kg) 130-135 pounds (59-61 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) 57.5 pounds (26 kg) 132.5 pounds (60 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Cane Corso or Plott Hound or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Cane Corso vs Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog height comparison:
Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm) 20-25 inches (51-63 cm) 23.5-28.5 (60-72 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm) Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) 23.5-28.5 (66 cm)

Cane Corso vs Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1500-$2000 $300-$500 $2000-$2500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Cane Corso or Plott Hound or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Plott Hound is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.

Cane Corso vs Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which is easiest to train?
Cane Corso dogs are easy to train.
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Plott Hound dogs are easy to train.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which breed is most alert?
Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Plott Hound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which breed is most protective?
Cane Corso dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Plott Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Cane Corso vs Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Compare temperaments.
Courageous
Loyal
Social
Cheerful
Quiet
Alert
Courageous
Loyal
Bold
Protective
Alert
Devoted
Selfish
Fearless
Good-natured
Confidence
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cane Corso vs Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Plott Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Cane Corso vs Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog social needs comparison:
Cane Corso dogs are a social breed.
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Plott Hound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are a social breed.
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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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Plott Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Plott Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Cane Corso vs Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Cane Corso barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Plott Hound barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Plott Hound is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Plott Hound breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed in the home.

Cane Corso vs Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which breed is most flexible?
Cane Corso dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Plott Hound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Cane Corso or Plott Hound or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
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.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which has lowest bite risk?

Moderate

The Cane Corso has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Plott Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which uses mouth most during play?
Cane Corso dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Plott Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which has the strongest bite?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Cane Corso bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Plott Hound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Cane Corso vs Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Plott Hound: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which handles climate changes best?
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 average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers cold weather
The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which has fewer health issues?
Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.
Plott Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
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 Plott Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cane Corso vs Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cane Corso vs Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Entropion
Cherry Eye
Ectropion
Arthritis
Demodectic Mange
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Epilepsy
Distichiasis
Digestive Problems

Cane Corso vs Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which breed is most active?
Cane Corso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Plott Hound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Cane Corso vs Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cane Corso or Plott Hound or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Cane Corso dogs have an average exercise need.
Plott Hound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Cane Corso or Plott Hound or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
Cane Corso dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Plott Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.

Cane Corso vs Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cane Corso's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Plott Hound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which needs most food?
Recommended daily amount: If you are feeding a high-quality dry food, your Corso will probably eat 4 to 5 cups a day. 2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Cane Corso vs Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Red
Fawn
Brindle
Chestnut
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Black
Red
White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Plott Hound requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which drools 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 Plott Hound 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Plott Hound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Fine Dense
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Cane Corso or Plott Hound or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Cane Corso or Plott Hound or {name3 shedding:
Cane Corso dogs shed moderately.
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Plott Hound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Cane Corso vs Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which is best with kids?
Cane Corso dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Plott Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Cane Corso dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Plott Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Cane Corso or Plott Hound or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Cane Corso dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Plott Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Cane Corso or Plott Hound or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Plott Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Cane Corso or Plott Hound or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
Cane Corso dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Plott Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cane Corso vs Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
No
Cane Corso dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Plott Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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
Plott Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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.
Plott Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cane Corso vs Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

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

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

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Plott Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which has most military use?

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 Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 6-10 puppies 5-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. What's recommended?

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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Cane Corso vs Plott Hound vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. How are they classified internationally?
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 Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Cane Corso, Plott Hound, and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog. Which has most recognition?
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
No data available American Canine Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
American Pet Registry, Inc.

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