Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso Comparison – Which dog is better Bullie or Cane Di Macellaio?

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Name	Bullmastiff	Cane Corso
Origins	England	Italy
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Bullmastiff and Cane Corso. What other names are these breeds known by?	Bullie Bully	Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Bullmastiff and a Cane Corso. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Bullmastiff and a Cane Corso. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 110-133 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-55 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: 121.5 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg)	Male: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bullmastiff or Cane Corso? Is a Bullmastiff taller than a Cane Corso?	Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 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: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)

Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Bullmastiff and a Cane Corso. Which breed costs more?	$1200-$1500	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Bullmastiff or Cane Corso?	Very frequent: The Bullmastiff is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.

Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare training requirements.	Bullmastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare alertness levels.	Bullmastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare territorial behaviors.	Bullmastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Bullmastiff and a Cane Corso. How do their temperaments differ?	Protective Alert Powerful Courageous Docile Reliable Loyal Devoted Calm	Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso?	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: Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso?	Average: Bullmastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso social needs comparison:	Bullmastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso?	Bullmastiff 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? What's the difference between Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso? Which can be better for hunting?	Bullmastiff 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

Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Bullmastiff barks none to minimal. 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
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare play drive and energy.	Bullmastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare living space needs.	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 Bullmastiff 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

Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Bullmastiff 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.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Bullmastiff or Cane Corso?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.

Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Bullmastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Bullmastiff 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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bullmastiff bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Cane Corso bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare average lifespans.	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bullmastiff: 9 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bullmastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Bullmastiff and a Cane Corso. Which breed is healthier?	Very healthy dog breed.	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso?	Rare The Bullmastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably 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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso health problems comparison:	Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Heart Problems Entropion Kidney Issues Hemangiosarcoma Lymphosarcoma Osteosarcoma	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange

Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare activity levels.	Bullmastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Cane Corso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bullmastiff or Cane Corso? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bullmastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	Cane Corso dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bullmastiff or Cane Corso?	Bullmastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Cane Corso dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare obesity risks.	High: The Bullmastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. 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
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare daily food needs.	3 to 4.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Bullmastiff and Cane Corso? Compare breed colors.	Red Fawn Brindle	Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Bullmastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare drooling amounts.	The Bullmastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another 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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Bullmastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Bullmastiff and a Cane Corso? Compare fur types.	Rough	Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bullmastiff or Cane Corso? Do Bullmastiff dogs shed more than Cane Corso dogs?	Bullmastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Cane Corso dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare kid-friendliness.	Bullmastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bullmastiff dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Cane Corso dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bullmastiff or Cane Corso? Which dog is more friendly?	Bullmastiff 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
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bullmastiff or Cane Corso?	Bullmastiff dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bullmastiff or Cane Corso? Can a Bullmastiff and a Cane Corso be friends? Do Bullmastiff dogs get along with Cane Corso dogs?	Bullmastiff dogs are not dog-friendly.	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso?	Yes Bullmastiff 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 Bullmastiff 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?	Bullmastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Cane Corsos are commonly okay with elderly people.

Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Bullmastiff 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.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Bullmastiff or a Cane Corso? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Bullmastiff and Cane Corso. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Bullmastiff and Cane Corso. Which has larger litters?	4-13 puppies, average 8	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Bullmastiff and Cane Corso breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Bullmastiff and Cane Corso. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Bullmastiff vs Cane Corso Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Bullmastiff and Cane Corso. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Bullmastiff and Cane Corso. Which groups are they in?	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 Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Bullmastiff and Cane Corso. Which is more widely recognized?	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	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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