History of Cane Corso's
The Cane Corso is known as a guard dog It was used by night watchmen, keepers, and, in the past, by carters. In the more distant past this breed was common all over Italy as an ample iconography and historiography testify. In the recent past its distribution was limited to some districts of Southern Italy, especially in Puglia, Molise, Calabria.
Its name derives from "cane da camera" which indicates the catch dog kept as a bodyguard. The breed was recovered from near extinction through the efforts of enthusiasts in the 1970s. The Corso is now popular globally, as can be seen by recent celebrity ownership of Cane Corsos.The Corso favours strength combined with agility.Since coming to the United States in 1987 the breed has gained popularity. It was recognized by the United Kennel Club on July 15, 2008 under the name Cane Corso Italiano, and by the American Kennel Club in 2010 under the name Cane Corso.
Temperament
Cane Corso have an even, stable and calm temperament. They are easy to train and form a close attachment with their primary owner and children of the family. They socialize easily with humans; less so with other dogs, especially if large and of the same sex. Corsos tend to be a quiet breed and like nothing better than staying next to their owner all the time.
A true Corso should be indifferent when approached and only reacts when a real threat is present. Corsos are historically working dogs that need exercise and are at their best at protection of owner and family. If left alone for long periods of time (2 days or more), this breed can become bored and may dig large holes and become destructive. This breed is very loyal and makes a great family pet.
Its name derives from "cane da camera" which indicates the catch dog kept as a bodyguard. The breed was recovered from near extinction through the efforts of enthusiasts in the 1970s. The Corso is now popular globally, as can be seen by recent celebrity ownership of Cane Corsos.The Corso favours strength combined with agility.Since coming to the United States in 1987 the breed has gained popularity. It was recognized by the United Kennel Club on July 15, 2008 under the name Cane Corso Italiano, and by the American Kennel Club in 2010 under the name Cane Corso.
Temperament
Cane Corso have an even, stable and calm temperament. They are easy to train and form a close attachment with their primary owner and children of the family. They socialize easily with humans; less so with other dogs, especially if large and of the same sex. Corsos tend to be a quiet breed and like nothing better than staying next to their owner all the time.
A true Corso should be indifferent when approached and only reacts when a real threat is present. Corsos are historically working dogs that need exercise and are at their best at protection of owner and family. If left alone for long periods of time (2 days or more), this breed can become bored and may dig large holes and become destructive. This breed is very loyal and makes a great family pet.
