Cane Corso vs St. Bernard Comparison – Which dog is better Cane Di Macellaio or Alpine Mastiff?

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Name	Cane Corso	St. Bernard
Origins	Italy	Switzerland Italy
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Cane Corso and St. Bernard. What other names are these breeds known by?	Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Cane Corso and a St. Bernard. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Cane Corso vs St. Bernard Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Cane Corso and a St. Bernard. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 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)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cane Corso or St. Bernard? Is a Cane Corso taller than a St. Bernard?	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)

Cane Corso vs St. Bernard Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Cane Corso and a St. Bernard. Which breed costs more?	$1500-$2000	$1500-$1800
Availability Which is easier to get, Cane Corso or St. Bernard?	Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The St.

Cane Corso vs St. Bernard Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare training requirements.	Cane Corso dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare alertness levels.	Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	St. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare territorial behaviors.	Cane Corso dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	St. See more.
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Cane Corso vs St. Bernard Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Cane Corso and a St. Bernard. How do their temperaments differ?	Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful Quiet	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Cane Corso vs St. Bernard?	Cane Corso dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: St. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cane Corso vs St. Bernard?	Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: St. See more.
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Social Needs Cane Corso vs St. Bernard social needs comparison:	Cane Corso dogs are a social breed. See more.	St. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Cane Corso vs St. Bernard?	Cane Corso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	St. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Cane Corso vs St. Bernard? Which can be better for hunting?	Cane Corso dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Cane Corso vs St. Bernard Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Cane Corso barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The St. See more.
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Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	St. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso breed in the home.	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 St.
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Cane Corso vs St. Bernard Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare adaptability levels.	Cane Corso dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	St.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Cane Corso or St. Bernard?	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.	St.

Cane Corso vs St. Bernard Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare biting tendencies.	Moderate ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The St.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Cane Corso dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	St. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare bite force PSI.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Cane Corso bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 St.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Cane Corso vs St. Bernard Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare climate tolerances.	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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Cane Corso and a St. Bernard. Which breed is healthier?	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Cane Corso vs St. Bernard?	Rare The Cane Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The St.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cane Corso vs St. Bernard? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cane Corso vs St. Bernard health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy

Cane Corso vs St. Bernard Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare activity levels.	Cane Corso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	St.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cane Corso vs St. Bernard exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cane Corso or St. Bernard? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cane Corso dogs have an average exercise need.	St.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cane Corso or St. Bernard?	Cane Corso dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	St.
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Cane Corso vs St. Bernard Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare obesity risks.	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 St. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: If you are feeding a high-quality dry food, your Corso will probably eat 4 to 5 cups a day.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Cane Corso vs St. Bernard Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Cane Corso and St. Bernard? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The St. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare drooling amounts.	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 St. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The St.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Cane Corso and a St. Bernard? Compare fur types.	Dense	Dense Rough Smooth
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cane Corso or St. Bernard? Do Cane Corso dogs shed more than St. Bernard dogs?	Cane Corso dogs shed moderately. See more.	St. See more.
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Cane Corso vs St. Bernard Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare kid-friendliness.	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	St.
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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.	St.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cane Corso or St. Bernard? Which dog is more friendly?	Cane Corso dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	St.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cane Corso or St. Bernard?	Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	St.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cane Corso or St. Bernard? Can a Cane Corso and a St. Bernard be friends? Do Cane Corso dogs get along with St. Bernard dogs?	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	St.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Cane Corso vs St. Bernard?	No Cane Corso dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No St.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Cane Corso is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No St.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Cane Corsos are commonly okay with elderly people.	St.

Cane Corso vs St. Bernard As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare therapy capabilities.	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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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Cane Corso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really St. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Cane Corso or a St. Bernard? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Cane Corso and St. Bernard. Which has stronger military background?	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 St. Bernard Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Cane Corso and St. Bernard. Which has larger litters?	4-6 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Cane Corso and St. Bernard breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Cane Corso and St. Bernard. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Cane Corso vs St. Bernard Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Cane Corso and St. Bernard. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Cane Corso and St. Bernard. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Cane Corso and St. Bernard. Which is more widely recognized?	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

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