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Name	Cane Corso	Great Dane	Greyhound
Origins	Italy	Germany	United Kingdom
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	37	14	156
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane	English Greyhound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound? Which is the smallest dog, Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound?	Large	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Cane Corso or Great Dane or Great Dane? Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound weight comparison:	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound? Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)

Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$800-$1200	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound?	Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.

Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound intelligence:	Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound trainability comparison.	Cane Corso dogs are easy to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Greyhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound?	Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Cane Corso dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound? Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful Quiet	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved	Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered Quiet Athletic
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Cane Corso dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound?	Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound social needs comparison:	Cane Corso dogs are a social breed. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Cane Corso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Cane Corso dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Great Dane dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound playfulness comparison:	Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound?	Low: The Cane Corso barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound?	It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Cane Corso dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound?	Cane Corso dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Great Dane dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Cane Corso bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Moderate ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound mouthiness comparison:	Cane Corso dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound?	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.	The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Osteoarthritis Sensitivity To Anesthesia Osteosarcoma Alopecia Cold Intolerance Pannus Musculoskeletal Injuries Vitreous Degeneration
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Cane Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound lifespan comparison. How long do Cane Corso, Great Dane and Greyhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound? Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound energy level comparison:	Cane Corso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.	Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cane Corso dogs have an average exercise need.	Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.	Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound?	Cane Corso dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.	Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound?	Recommended daily amount: If you are feeding a high-quality dry food, your Corso will probably eat 4 to 5 cups a day.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cane Corso's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Fine
Colors What are the original Cane Corso, Great Dane and Greyhound color?	Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle	Black Gray Red Blue White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound? Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound? Cane Corso or Great Dane or {name3 shedding:	Cane Corso dogs shed moderately. See more.	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.	Greyhound dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound?	Medium ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Cane Corso drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cane Corso dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.	Greyhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Cane Corso dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound?	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound?	Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound?	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound?	No Cane Corso dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Cane Corso is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Cane Corsos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Greyhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Cane Corso or Great Dane or Greyhound? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound?	Not really Cane Corso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Cane Corso and Great Dane and Greyhound have?	4-6 puppies	10-15 puppies	1-12 puppies
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Cane Corso vs Great Dane vs Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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