Your Cane Corso’s Appearance

Stature of a Cane Corso’s Appearance 

Are you looking for a new addition to the family, but want to know more about its appearance? Appearance can be very important when you choose a breed. Let us tell you more about the Cane Corso’s appearance.

The Cane Corso breed, also know as the Italian Mastiff, is a large breed of dog. This Italian companion stands with a height of 23 inches to 27 inches tall at the shoulder. It also weighs in at a healthy 88 to 120 pounds.

The Italian Mastiff is no doubt a powerful breed.

 

Aspects of The Italian Mastiff’s Head

Your mighty Cane Corso’s appearance, while a full-body feature, has a lot to do with its head. The head of the Mastiff is often argued as the most important feature, however make sure you find a breeder that does not solely focus on your Mastiff’s head.

When looking at the head, however, it is important to evaluate the multiple aspects. The flat forehead should be convergent to the flat, rectangular muzzle. The muzzle is also generally wide of about a third of the total length of the Mastiff’s skull. The skull should be wide with a slight curve with a width that is equal to its length.

Its ears are often cropped for health and appearance into equilateral triangles.

The eyes also have specific ideal qualities. Set just above the muzzle’s line are the almond shaped eyes. The shade of your Corso’s eyes is largely related to the shade of brindling in its coat.

 

The Cane Corso’s Build Appearance

You can expect your Cane Corso’s appearance to have a dense, short, and stiff coat with a light undercoat. Its coat is commonly found in various shades of gray and fawn. Any of these colors may have a brindle pattern, or irregular streaks of light and dark color. It’s also common for this breed to have white marking on its chest, toes, and bridge of its nose.

While the Italian Mastiff is less bulky than most other Mastiff breeds, the Cane Corso is well built and has a broad chest. They are often described as athletic and agile. You can expect a sturdy dog with a strong skeleton that still moves with elegance.

 

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