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Name	Kangal Dog	Cane Corso	Pocket Pitbull
Origins	Turkey	Italy	England United States
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Kangal Shepherd Dog Sivas Kangal Turkish Kangal Kangal Coban Kopegi	Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull? Which is the smallest dog, Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull?	Giant	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Cane Corso? Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull weight comparison:	Male: 110-145 pounds (50-66 kg), Female: 90-120 pounds (41-54 kg)	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 127.5 pounds (58 kg), Female: 105 pounds (47.5 kg)	Male: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull? Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull height comparison:	Male: 30-32 inches (77-86 cm), Female: 28-30 inches (72-77 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 31 inches (81.5 cm), Female: 29 inches (74.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	19 inches (47.5 cm)

Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1500-$2000	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.	Average: The Pocket Pitbull is a commonly available dog breed.

Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	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.
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Trainability Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull trainability comparison.	Kangal Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pocket Pitbull dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull?	Kangal Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pocket Pitbull dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Kangal Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Pocket Pitbull dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull? Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Protective Alert Sensitive Selfish Calm Controlled	Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful Quiet	Stubborn Clownish Energetic Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Inquisitive Strong Willed Aggressive Bold
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Cane Corso dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Pocket Pitbull dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull?	High: Kangal Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Pocket Pitbull dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull social needs comparison:	Kangal Dog dogs are known to be antisocial. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are a social breed. See more.	Pocket Pitbull dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Kangal Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Cane Corso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Pocket Pitbull is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	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.	Cane Corso dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Pocket Pitbull 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

Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull playfulness comparison:	Average: Kangal Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Pocket Pitbull is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull?	Low to Average: The Kangal Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Cane Corso barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Pocket Pitbull barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kangal Dog breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Pocket Pitbull breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Kangal Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Cane Corso dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Pocket Pitbull dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull?	Kangal Dog dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.	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.	Pocket Pitbull 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 vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull health comparison. Which is the healthier: Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull?	The Kangal Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.	Pocket Pitbulls tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull health problems comparison:	Fatty Tumors	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange	Hip Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies Conjunctivitis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Kangal Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least 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).	Frequent The Pocket Pitbull should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull lifespan comparison. How long do Kangal Dog, Cane Corso and Pocket Pitbull breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Kangal Dog: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Pocket Pitbull: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull? Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull energy level comparison:	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.	Cane Corso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Pocket Pitbull dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Kangal Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Cane Corso dogs have an average exercise need.	Pocket Pitbull dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull?	Kangal Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Cane Corso dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Pocket Pitbull dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull?	8 to 10 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.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 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? Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kangal Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cane Corso's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Pocket Pitbull has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull coat comparison:	Dense Double	Dense	Fine Dense Rough Smooth
Colors What are the original Kangal Dog, Cane Corso and Pocket Pitbull color?	Black Gray Cream	Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Yellow Golden
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull? Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull grooming comparison:	Average: The Kangal Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Pocket Pitbull doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull? Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or {name3 shedding:	Kangal Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Cane Corso dogs shed moderately. See more.	Pocket Pitbull 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: Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull 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, Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull?	Medium ⏺ The Kangal Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pocket Pitbull has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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 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 Pocket Pitbull is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Kangal Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Cane Corso dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Pocket Pitbull dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull? Which dog is more friendly?	Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Cane Corso dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Pocket Pitbull 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 Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull?	Kangal Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Pocket Pitbull dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull?	Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Pocket Pitbull dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull?	Kangal Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Pocket Pitbull dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull?	Yes Kangal Dog 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.	Yes Pocket Pitbull dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Kangal Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cane Corso is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pocket Pitbull is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Kangal Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Cane Corsos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Pocket Pitbulls are usually recommended for elderly people.

Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Kangal Dog or Cane Corso or Pocket Pitbull? 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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: Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull?	Not really Kangal Dog 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.	Not really Pocket Pitbull 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.	Not really 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull 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 Kangal Dog and Cane Corso and Pocket Pitbull have?	5-10 puppies	4-6 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Kangal Dog vs Cane Corso vs Pocket Pitbull 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.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	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

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