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Name	Cane Corso	German Pinscher	Australian Cattle Dog
Origins	Italy	Germany	Australia
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz	Glatthaariger Pinscher Standard Pinscher	Blue Heeler Cattle Dog Red Heeler Queensland Heeler
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cane Corso or German Pinscher or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Cane Corso or German Pinscher or Australian Cattle Dog?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Cane Corso or German Pinscher or German Pinscher? Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog weight comparison:	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)	25-35 pounds (11-16 kg)	30-62 pounds (13-28 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)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	46 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cane Corso or German Pinscher or Australian Cattle Dog? Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)	16-19 inches (41-48 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cane Corso or German Pinscher or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$1400-$1600	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Cane Corso or German Pinscher or Australian Cattle Dog?	Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.

Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog intelligence:	Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog trainability comparison.	Cane Corso dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cane Corso or German Pinscher or Australian Cattle Dog?	Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cane Corso or German Pinscher or Australian Cattle Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Cane Corso dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cane Corso or German Pinscher or Australian Cattle Dog? Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful Quiet	Loving Courageous Lively Outright Tempered Spirited Familiar	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Aggressive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Cane Corso dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog social needs comparison:	Cane Corso dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Cane Corso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the German Pinscher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Cane Corso dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog playfulness comparison:	Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The German Pinscher is a playful breed. See more.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Low: The Cane Corso barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The German Pinscher barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Cane Corso or German Pinscher or Australian Cattle Dog?	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 German Pinscher indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Cane Corso dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: German Pinscher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Cane Corso or German Pinscher or Australian Cattle Dog?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.	German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Deafness
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Cane Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Cane Corso, German Pinscher and Australian Cattle Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Cattle Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cane Corso or German Pinscher or Australian Cattle Dog?	Recommended daily amount: If you are feeding a high-quality dry food, your Corso will probably eat 4 to 5 cups a day.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	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? Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cane Corso's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Shiny Smooth	Dense
Colors What are the original Cane Corso, German Pinscher and Australian Cattle Dog color?	Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut	Black Tan Red Blue Brown	Red Blue Speckled Mottled
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cane Corso or German Pinscher or Australian Cattle Dog? Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cane Corso or German Pinscher or Australian Cattle Dog? Cane Corso or German Pinscher or {name3 shedding:	Cane Corso dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Pinscher dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog 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: Cane Corso or German Pinscher or Australian Cattle Dog?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog 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, Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Medium ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The German Pinscher has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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 German Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog Good With Comparison

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

Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog 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.	Not really This breed generally not used 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: Cane Corso or German Pinscher or Australian Cattle Dog? 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.	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?	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: Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Not really Cane Corso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Cattle Dog 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.	Not really 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog 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 Cane Corso and German Pinscher and Australian Cattle Dog have?	4-6 puppies	6-8 puppies	1-7 puppies, average 5
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Cane Corso vs German Pinscher vs Australian Cattle Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 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	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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