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Dog breed

Cane Corso

Origin: Italy

Also known as: Corso, Cane Corso Italiano, Italian Cane Corso, Italian Corso, Italian Corso Dog

The Cane Corso is an Italian breed of mastiff. It is usually kept as a companion dog or guard dog; it may also be used to protect livestock. In the past it was used both for hunting large game and for herding cattle.

Detailed information for this type is not available in our sources yet. We do not invent history, characteristics or care requirements.

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