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Name	Small Munsterlander	Volpino Italiano	Cane Corso
Origins	Germany	Italy	Italy
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Group	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Heidewachtel Munster Munsterlander Small Munsterlander Spion Vorstehhund Kleiner Münsterländer	Florentine Spitz Italian Spitz Volpino Cane de Quirinale	Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Cane Corso? Which is the smallest dog, Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Cane Corso?	Medium	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Volpino Italiano? Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso weight comparison:	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	9-14 pounds (4–6 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: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)	11.5 pounds (4–6 kg)	Male: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Cane Corso? Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso height comparison:	Male: 20–22 inches (50–56 cm), Female: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm)	9.5-12 inches (24–30 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: 21.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20.5 inches (53.5 cm)	9.8.5 inches (24–30 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)

Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Cane Corso? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$600-$800	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Cane Corso?	Frequent: The Small Munsterlander is easier than average to get.	Average: The Volpino Italiano is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.

Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Cane Corso? Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso behavior/temperament comparison:	Happy Intelligent Affectionate Strong Willed Attentive Trainable	Active Playful Affectionate Lively Watchful	Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Small Munsterlander dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso?	High: Small Munsterlander dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Volpino Italiano 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 Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso social needs comparison:	Small Munsterlander dogs are a social breed. See more.	Volpino Italiano 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?	The wanderlust potential of the Small Munsterlander is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Volpino Italiano 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? Which can be better for hunting?	Small Munsterlander 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.	Volpino Italiano 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso playfulness comparison:	The Small Munsterlander is a playful breed. See more.	The Volpino Italiano 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: Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso?	Average: The Small Munsterlander barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Volpino Italiano is a vocal breed. 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 Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Cane Corso?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Small Munsterlander breed.	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 Volpino Italiano indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Small Munsterlander dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Volpino Italiano dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different 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: Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Cane Corso?	Small Munsterlander 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.	Volpino Italiano 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.

Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Cane Corso?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Small Munsterlander bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Volpino Italiano bite force: Weak.	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 Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Volpino Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso mouthiness comparison:	Small Munsterlander dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Volpino Italiano 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.

Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso health comparison. Which is the healthier: Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso?	Small Munsterlanders tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Volpino Italianos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Skin Irritation Ear Infections Vision Problems	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Small Munsterlander should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Volpino Italiano should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) 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 Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso lifespan comparison. How long do Small Munsterlander, Volpino Italiano and Cane Corso breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Small Munsterlander: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Volpino Italiano: 15 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: Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Cane Corso? Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso energy level comparison:	Small Munsterlander dogs are high-energy dogs.	Volpino Italiano 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.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Cane Corso? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Small Munsterlander dogs need a lot of exercises.	Volpino Italiano dogs have an average exercise need.	Cane Corso dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Cane Corso?	Small Munsterlander dogs don't need too much sleep.	Volpino Italiano 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.
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Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Cane Corso?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup 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? Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Small Munsterlander has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Volpino Italiano 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.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso coat comparison:	Dense Thick	Fluffy	Dense
Colors What are the original Small Munsterlander, Volpino Italiano and Cane Corso color?	White & Brown	Black Red White Fawn Champagne Honey	Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Cane Corso? Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso grooming comparison:	Average: The Small Munsterlander requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Volpino Italiano requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Cane Corso? Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or {name3 shedding:	Small Munsterlander dogs shed moderately. See more.	Volpino Italiano dogs shed moderately. 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: Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Cane Corso?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso 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, Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso?	Low 🔽 The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Volpino Italiano 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?	The Small Munsterlander is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Volpino Italiano is a perfect example of a 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.

Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Small Munsterlander dogs are generally with other pets.	Volpino Italiano 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 Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Cane Corso? Which dog is more friendly?	Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Volpino Italiano dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Cane Corso dogs are not 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 Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Cane Corso?	Small Munsterlander dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Volpino Italiano dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Cane Corso?	Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Volpino Italiano dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Cane Corso?	Small Munsterlander dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Volpino Italiano dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso?	Yes Small Munsterlander dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Volpino Italiano 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 Small Munsterlander is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Volpino Italiano 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?	Small Munsterlanders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Volpino Italianos are usually recommended for elderly people.	Cane Corsos are commonly okay with elderly people.

Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso 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.	Not really This breed generally not used 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: Small Munsterlander or Volpino Italiano or Cane Corso? 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: Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso?	Not really Small Munsterlander breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Volpino Italiano 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.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso 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 Small Munsterlander and Volpino Italiano and Cane Corso have?	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Small Munsterlander vs Volpino Italiano vs Cane Corso Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.	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?	Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service	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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