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Name	Leonberger	Cane Corso	Golden Retriever
Origins	Germany	Italy	Scotland
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Gentle Giant Gentle Lion Leonbergi Leo	Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Leonberger or Cane Corso or Golden Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Leonberger or Cane Corso or Golden Retriever?	Giant	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Leonberger or Cane Corso or Cane Corso? Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever weight comparison:	Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	Male: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Leonberger or Cane Corso or Golden Retriever? Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever height comparison:	Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Leonberger or Cane Corso or Golden Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$1500-$2000	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Leonberger or Cane Corso or Golden Retriever?	Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Trainability Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever trainability comparison.	Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are easy to train. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Leonberger or Cane Corso or Golden Retriever?	Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Leonberger or Cane Corso or Golden Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Leonberger or Cane Corso or Golden Retriever? Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Obedient Loyal Fearless Companionable Adaptable	Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful Quiet	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Cane Corso dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever?	High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are a social breed. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Cane Corso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Leonberger dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Cane Corso dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Golden Retriever 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Leonberger is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever?	Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Cane Corso barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Leonberger or Cane Corso or Golden Retriever?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Leonberger dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Cane Corso dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Leonberger or Cane Corso or Golden Retriever?	Leonberger dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Leonberger or Cane Corso or Golden Retriever?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Leonberger bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Cane Corso bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
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:	Low 🔽 The Leonberger has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Leonberger dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Cane Corso dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever?	Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Bloat Entropion Inherited Polyneuropathy Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Eosinophilic Panosteitis	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Cane Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Leonberger, Cane Corso and Golden Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-10 years The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever?	Prefers cold weather The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Leonberger or Cane Corso or Golden Retriever?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	Recommended daily amount: If you are feeding a high-quality dry food, your Corso will probably eat 4 to 5 cups a day.	3 to 4 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? Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cane Corso's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever coat comparison:	Waterproof	Dense	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Colors What are the original Leonberger, Cane Corso and Golden Retriever color?	Red Brown Yellow Sandy Reddish Mahogany	Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut	Golden Light
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Leonberger or Cane Corso or Golden Retriever? Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever grooming comparison:	Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Leonberger or Cane Corso or Golden Retriever? Leonberger or Cane Corso or {name3 shedding:	Leonberger dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Cane Corso dogs shed moderately. See more.	Golden Retriever 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: Leonberger or Cane Corso or Golden Retriever?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Hypoallergenic Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever 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, Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever?	Medium ⏺ The Leonberger has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Leonberger is an average drooler. See more.	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 Golden Retriever 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.

Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

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

Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Leonberger or Cane Corso or Golden Retriever? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever?	Not really Leonberger breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cane Corso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes 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	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever 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 Leonberger and Cane Corso and Golden Retriever have?	6-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Leonberger vs Cane Corso vs Golden Retriever 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 2010 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	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

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