Cane Corso

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The type of food you serve them also makes a difference; the healthier the dog food, the more it can nourish your dog and the less you'll have to shake into his dish. Rather than throwing food out all the time, measure his food and feed him twice a day to keep your Corso in good health.

They are recommended to have 4 to 5 cups a day, divided into two meals. Treats can be a useful teaching aid, but giving too much can lead to obesity. If you have any questions about your dog's weight or diet, consult your veterinarian. For all times, clean, fresh water should be available.

The Cane Corso has a smooth coat that sheds. Weekly brushing helps reduce the amount of hair in your home, and it keeps their plush coat healthy. Regular trimming and professional grooming are also required.

Grooming the Cane Corso is relatively easy because of their short coat, though their large size means it's a big job. Brush their sleek coat with a natural bristle brush or mitt once a week.

Use coat conditioner/polish to brighten the sheen. Bathe them every three months (or when he's dirty) using a mild shampoo. Trim their nails once or twice a month if your dog doesn't wear them down naturally to prevent painful tears and other problems.

Make grooming a positive experience filled with praise and rewards, and you'll lay the groundwork for easy veterinary exams and other handling when he's an adult.

The Cane Corso is a highly intelligent and competitive dog that needs a lot of exercises to stay in shape both physically and emotionally. To help him work off some steam, take him jogging or on a strenuous walk.

The Cane Corso has a modest level of activity and requires a task, which can range from walking with you on a leash to regular training tasks. Expect him to stroll or jog at least 1.6 kilometres a day, plus 20 minutes of training time. He will not be contented to sit around all day and do nothing. So, prepare them for some good exercise routines!

A healthy Cane Corso health care routine should include an annual visit to the veterinarian. Older Cane Corsos and those with identified health issues can need more regular visits to ensure that the vet is aware of any changes in their overall health.

A routine veterinarian appointment will help detect any potential problems or complaints, as well as keep your dog's vaccines and boosters up to date. In these visits, your vet will complete a physical examination, take your dog's temperature and check his heartbeat, among other things.

Routine maintenance for your dog gives you a chance to track your dog's growth and development, discuss any concerns with your vet, and form a key part of preventative care.

The Cane Corso has a dominant personality and is naturally strong-willed. Those qualities are what distinguish him as a formidable defender of his family and house.

Although Cane Corso is affectionate and caring with their family, they will attempt to establish dominance. Anyone considering this breed should be confident in their ability to set limits for this dog will undoubtedly challenge them.

Because of their large size and the time and effort required to closely supervise interactions between the dog and young children, the Cane Corso may be best suited to a family with older children (age 9 and up) rather than a family with babies and toddlers.

Cane Corsos are intelligent and devoted dogs who always wanted to please their family. They are moderately trainable and excel most when training is consistently provided.

To keep them motivated, don't be harsh on them, as they become defensive and aggressive. They are more trainable than other mastiff breeds, but they have an independent mind of their own, some tend to be dominant and stubborn sometimes.

They are likely to challenge your patience, so be more understanding because, like with any breed, it will take some effort and time for them to get better each day.

Cane Corsos can be friendly and kind but will need strong and early socialization with other people and domestic pets. They can be aggressive at times since they an innate territorial and guarding nature. Because of this, they have a prey drive and tend to chase other pets and prey on them.

If you plan to get a new addition to the family, it is best to choose one of the opposite sex as they do well around them.