Clownish
Intelligent
Patient
Independent
Loyal
Protective
Brave
Fearless
Self-Confident
Faithful
Dependable

Cheerful
Loyal
Social
Courageous
Quiet

Kuvaszs are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Cane Corsos are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Tibet

Italy

shepherding dog

roman molassian

1300s

unknown

Working (AKC:1931)
Guardian Dogs (UKC)

Working (AKC:2010)
Guardian Dogs (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

White

Black
Gray
Red
Fawn

Kuvaszs have medium-length coats.

Cane Corsos have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

A Kuvasz can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Cane Corso can have a litter of 10-11 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Kuvaszs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Cane Corsos may have difficulty adjusting to changes in lifestyle and living environments, preferring consistency.

Hip Dysplasia
Congenital Heart Defect

Bloat

Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Bone And Joint Problems

Hip
Heart
Skeletal
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Elbow
Hips
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Kuvasz has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Cane Corso has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Kuvaszs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Cane Corsos need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Kuvasz is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Cane Corso drools quite a bit, consider a different breed if drool is unappealing.

Kuvaszs bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Cane Corsos are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Kuvasz, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cane Corso, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Kuvasz should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

In general Cane Corso should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Kuvasz is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Cane Corso is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Kuvasz is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Cane Corso is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Cane Corsos have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The Kuvasz is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Cane Corsos can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Kuvaszs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Cane Corsos have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Kuvaszs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Cane Corsos are not cat friendly.

Kuvaszs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Cane Corsos are not very stranger friendly.

Kuvaszs may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

Cane Corsos are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.