Cane Corso — breed standard (AKC & FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

Cane Corso — breed standard (AKC & FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

Claims

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* An Italian Molossian (FCI standard 343) in Group 2, covering Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs, in Section 2.1 (the Molossian, Mastiff type), with a working trial; a versatile utility dog and guardian of property, family and livestock.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Size: AKC height 25–27½ in for dogs, 23½–26 in for bitches; FCI gives 64–68 cm (dogs) and 60–64 cm (bitches), weighing 45–50 kg and 40–45 kg. The build is rectangular, slightly longer than tall.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The coat is short, stiff and glossy, lying close and dense, with a light undercoat that thickens in cold weather.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Colour: black, grey (light to dark), fawn (light to dark) and red, all with brindling allowed; solid fawn and red carry a black or grey mask that stays within the eyes. Small white marks on the chest, toes or nose bridge are allowed.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Disqualifications include any coat with black-and-tan style tan markings, yellow bird-of-prey or blue eyes, more than two missing teeth, a wry or overshot mouth, undershot beyond ¼ inch, and a twisted or atrophied natural tail.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Temperament: an unequalled guardian of home and family, intelligent and easily trained, noble and powerful yet docile and affectionate with its owners and children.