German Malinois vs Cane Corso Comparison – Which dog is better German Malinois or Cane Di Macellaio?

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Name	German Malinois	Cane Corso
Origins	Germany Belgium	Italy
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Group	Designer Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Malinois vs Cane Corso breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred

German Malinois vs Cane Corso Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, German Malinois or Cane Corso? Is the German Malinois bigger than the Cane Corso breed? Is a German Malinois smaller than a Cane Corso?	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, German Malinois or Cane Corso? German Malinois vs Cane Corso weight comparison:	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Malinois or Cane Corso? Is a German Malinois taller than a Cane Corso?	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)

German Malinois vs Cane Corso Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Malinois or Cane Corso? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between German Malinois and Cane Corso?	$800-$2000	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, German Malinois or Cane Corso?	Very frequent: The German Malinois is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.

German Malinois vs Cane Corso Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a German Malinois or Cane Corso smarter? Which is best? German Malinois vs Cane Corso intelligence:	Outstanding: German Malinois is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability German Malinois vs Cane Corso trainability comparison. What's the difference between German Malinois vs Cane Corso?	German Malinois dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Malinois or Cane Corso?	German Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Malinois or Cane Corso? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Malinois dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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German Malinois vs Cane Corso Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Malinois or Cane Corso? German Malinois vs Cane Corso behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Curious Stubborn Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Obedient Loyal Watchful Hard working	Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between German Malinois vs Cane Corso?	Sensitive: German Malinois dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Cane Corso dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Malinois vs Cane Corso?	Average to High: German Malinois dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs German Malinois vs Cane Corso social needs comparison:	German Malinois dogs are a social breed. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between German Malinois vs Cane Corso?	German Malinois dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Cane Corso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between German Malinois vs Cane Corso? Which can be better for hunting?	German Malinois dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Cane Corso dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Malinois vs Cane Corso Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Malinois vs Cane Corso playfulness comparison:	The German Malinois is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Malinois vs Cane Corso?	Average: The German Malinois barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Cane Corso 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 German Malinois or Cane Corso?	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 German Malinois indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso breed in the home.
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German Malinois vs Cane Corso Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	German Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Cane Corso dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Malinois or Cane Corso?	German Malinois 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 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.

German Malinois vs Cane Corso Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Malinois or Cane Corso?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Malinois bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Cane Corso bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a German Malinois more dangerous than a Cane Corso?	Low 🔽 The German Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Malinois vs Cane Corso mouthiness comparison:	German Malinois dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Cane Corso dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

German Malinois vs Cane Corso Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Malinois vs Cane Corso health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Malinois vs Cane Corso?	German Malinoiss are commonly healthy dogs.	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Malinois vs Cane Corso? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Malinois vs Cane Corso health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: German Malinois vs Cane Corso?	Rare The German Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Cane Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy German Malinois vs Cane Corso lifespan comparison. How long do German Malinois and Cane Corso breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the German Malinois and Cane Corso?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Malinois: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Malinois vs Cane Corso?	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.

German Malinois vs Cane Corso Energy and Activity Comparison

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

German Malinois vs Cane Corso Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Malinois or Cane Corso? Does the German Malinois breed eat more than the Cane Corso breed?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: If you are feeding a high-quality dry food, your Corso will probably eat 4 to 5 cups a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Malinois vs Cane Corso weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The German Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cane Corso's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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German Malinois vs Cane Corso Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Malinois vs Cane Corso coat comparison:	Fuzzy Weather-resistant Straight	Dense
Colors What are the original German Malinois and Cane Corso color? German Malinois vs Cane Corso color comparison:	Black Tan Red Cream Silver Fawn Brindle	Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Malinois or Cane Corso? German Malinois vs Cane Corso grooming comparison:	Average: The German Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Malinois or Cane Corso? Do German Malinois dogs shed more than Cane Corso dogs?	German Malinois dogs shed above average. See more.	Cane Corso 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: German Malinois or Cane Corso?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic German Malinois vs Cane Corso hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	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, German Malinois or Cane Corso?	Medium ⏺ The German Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between German Malinois vs Cane Corso?	The German Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	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.

German Malinois vs Cane Corso Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.	Cane Corso dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Malinois or Cane Corso? Which dog is more friendly?	German Malinois dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Cane Corso dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Malinois or Cane Corso?	German Malinois dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Malinois or Cane Corso?	German Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Malinois or Cane Corso? Can a German Malinois and a Cane Corso be friends? Do German Malinois dogs get along with Cane Corso dogs?	German Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: German Malinois vs Cane Corso?	Yes German Malinois dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Cane Corso dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No German Malinois is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cane Corso is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	German Malinoiss are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Cane Corsos are commonly okay with elderly people.

German Malinois vs Cane Corso 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: German Malinois or Cane Corso? Which is better for autism?	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?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: German Malinois vs Cane Corso?	Not really German Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cane Corso 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?	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	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

German Malinois vs Cane Corso Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can German Malinois and Cane Corso have? German Malinois vs Cane Corso litter size comparison:	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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German Malinois vs Cane Corso Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	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?	No data available	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

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