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Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso Comparison - Dog breed selector: Rott or Canarian Molosser or Cane Di Macellaio? Find the right dog for you

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Name Rottweiler Perro de Presa Canario Cane Corso
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Rott
Rottie
Canarian Molosser
Canary Mastiff
Dogo Canario
Presa
Presa Canario
Canary Catch Dog
Cane Di Macellaio
Cane Corz
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso breed type comparison:
Purebred Cross Breed Purebred

Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso? Which is the smallest dog, Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso?
Large
Giant
Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Perro de Presa Canario? Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso weight comparison:
Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg) 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg) Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg) 90 pounds (40.5 kg) Male: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso? Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso height comparison:
Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm) 21-25 inches (55-65 cm) Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm) 23 inches (60 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)

Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$2000 $1200-$3000 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso?
Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.

Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso intelligence:
Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso trainability comparison.
Rottweiler dogs are easy to train.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs are quite easy to train.
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Cane Corso dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso?
Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Cane Corso dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso? Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Dominant
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Calm
Suspicious
Courageous
Loyal
Social
Cheerful
Quiet
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Cane Corso dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso?
Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Perro de Presa Canario dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso social needs comparison:
Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Cane Corso dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Cane Corso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Cane Corso dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso playfulness comparison:
Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Perro de Presa Canarios, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso?
Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Perro de Presa Canario rarely barks.
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Low: The Cane Corso barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Rottweiler indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Perro de Presa Canario breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso breed in the home.

Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Cane Corso dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso?
Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
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.

Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Perro de Presa Canario bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Cane Corso bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

High 🔼

The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Perro de Presa Canario has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Cane Corso has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso mouthiness comparison:
Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Cane Corso dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso?
The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Perro de Presa Canarios are commonly healthy dogs.
Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Aortic Stenosis
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Luxating Patella
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Demodectic Mange
Cryptorchidism
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Entropion
Cherry Eye
Ectropion
Arthritis
Demodectic Mange
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Perro de Presa Canario should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Cane Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso lifespan comparison. How long do Rottweiler, Perro de Presa Canario and Cane Corso breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
8-12 years
The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years
9-11 years
The average lifespan of Perro de Presa Canario: 10 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso? Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso energy level comparison:
Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs are high-energy dogs.
Cane Corso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average exercise need.
Cane Corso dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso?
Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs don't need too much sleep.
Cane Corso dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso?
Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Perro de Presa Canario breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cane Corso's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso coat comparison:
Dense Smooth Dense
Colors
What are the original Rottweiler, Perro de Presa Canario and Cane Corso color?
Black
Tan
Rust
Mahogany
Black
Red
Silver
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Gray
Red
Fawn
Brindle
Chestnut
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso? Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Perro de Presa Canario doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso? Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or {name3 shedding:
Rottweiler dogs shed moderately.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs shed none to minimal.
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Cane Corso dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso?

Medium

The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Perro de Presa Canario has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Perro de Presa Canario is an average drooler.
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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.
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Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Cane Corso dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso? Which dog is more friendly?
Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cane Corso dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso?
Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cane Corso dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso?
Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso?
Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not dog-friendly.
Cane Corso dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso?
Yes
Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
No
Cane Corso dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Perro de Presa Canario is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Cane Corso is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Perro de Presa Canarios are not the best breed for elderly people.
Cane Corsos are commonly okay with elderly people.

Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario or Cane Corso? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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: Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso?

Not really

Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Perro de Presa Canario breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Cane Corso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Rottweiler and Perro de Presa Canario and Cane Corso have?
8-12 puppies 7-9 puppies 4-6 puppies

Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario vs Cane Corso Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Colonial Rottweiler Club
Deutscher Rottweiler Klub
International Rottweiler Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
United Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service
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

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