Breed Focus: Cane Corso

Riddick, Sarah Day’s Cane Corso

Pronounced caw-nay course-oh, or often here in the south cane course-oh, this massive mastiff breed is believed to be the ancestor of Roman war dogs. With a name derived from the Latin word cohors, meaning protector or guardian, it’s no surprise that this Italian pup was bred to hunt big game and protect property.

The American Kennel Club officially recognized the breed in 2010. The AKC describes Corsi as intelligent, loyal and eager to please—all things Sarah Day, of Austin, Texas, completely agrees with when it comes to her very own Cane Corso, Riddick.

Riddick, Sarah Day’s Cane Corso

“I love my Cane Corso because they’re very loyal and extremely easy to train,” Day said.

Considered a working dog breed, Cane Corso dogs are typically between 90-120 lbs. and 23-24 inches.

As a part of the TXDM commitment to encourage our readers to be a dog rescuer, Texas Dog Magazine would like to recommend checking local rescue organizations and endorse Cane Corso Rescue, Inc. based out of the Austin area.