Characteristics
The Cane Corso is a large dog, well-muscled and less bulky than most other mastiff breeds. According to the international standard, the Cane Corso usually stands in Height: Males; 25 to 27.5 inches. Females; 23.5 to 24 inches. Females generally weigh 88 to 99 pounds whereas males weigh 120 pounds and more.
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The head is large, slightly over one-third of the height at the withers in length, with a well-defined stop. The top of the cranium is flat and slightly convergent to the muzzle. The eyes are oval and set well apart. The coat is short, dense, and lustrous. It may be black, various shades of gray, dark wheaten, or brindled. Minor white markings on the chest, the feet, or the nose are tolerated.
According to the AKC, this Italian breed’s name is derived from Latin. “Cane” is Italian for dog and "Corso" is from the Latin word "cohors" meaning protector. Cane Corso is pronounced "cah-ney cor-soh." And if you have more than one, you have Cani Corsi.
