Hi, I’m Brian. With many years of experience in owning majestic breeds such as the American Pit Bull terrier, I have developed a passion for the Cane Corso.  My new-found love for this majestic breed far surpasses that for the Pit Bull terrier for several reasons; mainly because of the Cane Corso's superior intelligence and natural eagerness to please its owners. I take pride in breeding healthy, high-quality Cane Corso Italian dogs as extended family members.  Our team is dedicated to delivering unparalleled customer fulfillment and ensuring your satisfaction with every interaction. Trust us to exceed your expectations and allow us to deliver the Cane Corso of your choice.

The Cane Corso is a working dog, belonging to the subcategory of working breeds called molossers. This type of dog was bred by an ancient Greek tribe who needed giant, big-boned guard dogs. At the height of the Roman Empire, the breed was brought back to Italy from the Greek Islands and bred to native Italian breeds. These offspring were likely a cross between the modern Cane Corso and the Neapolitan Mastiff. The ancestors were fearless dogs who would charge enemy lines with buckets of flaming oil strapped to their backs. During the 5th century, Italians and their dogs found themselves out of work. The breed was adapted to civilian jobs like wild boar hunting, farming, livestock droving, and guarding. They became a staple on farms and in pastures along the Italian countryside. Constant economic and political upheavals, along with mechanized farming, reduced the Cane Corso to near extinction. In the 1970s, a band of farmers came together to revive the breed, and The Society of Amorati Cane Corso (society of Cane Corso lovers) was formed in 1983. The first Cane Corso came to America in 1988. The breed wasn’t recognized by the American Kennel Club until 2010. LIFESPAN The average life expectancy for a Cane Corso is between 9 to 12 years, which is slightly longer than the average for giant dog breeds, typically around 8 to 10 years. USE The Cane Corso is usually kept as a companion dog or guard dog. It may also be used to protect livestock. In the past, it was used for hunting large game and to herd cattle. Cani Corsi were bred to work and are happiest when they have a job to do. Many Cani Corsi compete in agility, obedience, dock diving, protection sports, and tracking events. According to the Cane Corso Association of America (CCAA), ear cropping is not just a cosmetic decision. The CCAA claims long ears can be a hazard with this “rough-and-tumble” breed and cropping their ears can avoid injuries and give them an advantage in facing down predators. INTELLIGENCE The Cane Corso is extremely intelligent and needs consistent lifelong training from an owner who will be clear about expectations. If they aren't given direction, they will act on instinct, which is to treat anything outside of their family unit and property as a potential threat. This is not a dog that becomes the best friend of everyone they meet. They're often indifferent to other dogs and people not in their family. But they are intensely loyal and protective of their owners. TEMPERAMENT Temperament has been defined as an animal's personality, makeup, disposition, or nature. Moreover, temperament is the “individual differences in behavior that are biologically based.” Temperament is not the physical characteristics of a dog, and it is not learned behaviors such as sit, come, and stay. Their instinct to take charge can be an issue for pet parents who haven't invested in training their Cane Corso dog. The Cane Corso outperforms their structure due to their strong work ethic (temperament) and will continue to work until they physically break down. A TREAT TO TRAIN Smart, loyal, and eager to please: these are three important ingredients for a highly trainable dog, and the Cane Corso has all of those in abundance. The Cane Corso is a fast learner and is relatively easy to train if you put some effort into it. However, don’t take this as an excuse to skip training altogether: your Cane Corso can’t learn if you don’t teach it anything. Allowing this headstrong and powerful breed to do its own thing is not advised. Trust us: you do not want to have a 120 to 140-pound dog barreling around out of control! So put in the time to train your Cane Corso (perhaps guiding your dog with tasty dog treats) and you will be rewarded for your hard work. Start early, be consistent, and consider enrolling your pup in a formal obedience school to get off on the right paw. They quickly pick up on routines and commands. They love to learn and are eager to please their owners. With proper training and socialization, they can become very obedient pets. Known for its power and strength, the Cane Corso has a bite force of a staggering 700 PSI, enabling them to overpower prey much larger than themselves. Their indifferent attitude towards strangers and other dogs is matched by their intense loyalty and protectiveness towards their family and home. These dogs are not just loyal; they’re intensely so, safeguarding their human family with unwavering dedication.