The cane corso is an Italian molosser of the dogo type that is highly appreciated in Italy. However, many people associate the physical characteristics of these large dogs with aggressiveness or dangerousness. But is that true? In this article on our site we will solve some of the most frequent doubts about the breed, explaining what the character of these dogs is like, why behaviors related to aggressiveness can appear or how the Cane Corso behaves with children.
You want to know more? Discover below if the Cane Corso is a dangerous dog, if it requires a potentially dangerous dog license (PPP) in Spain and many other details and curiosities that you should know if you are considering adopting one. You can not lose this!
The character of the cane corso
To know if the Cane Corso is really an aggressive dog or one with a tendency to aggressiveness, we must previously inform ourselves about its character, which will depend on the education received, genetics and the experiences lived.
Contrary to what the name might suggest, the Cane Corso dog breed is of Italian origin, in fact, the adjective "Corso" derives from the Latin word cohors, which would be translated into Italian as "yard", by extension, we understand that the meaning of his name would be " yard watchdog".
Its origins date back to the Roman Empire, although its history is probably much older and more complex. Its direct ancestor is the ancient Roman molossus, a dog that was born from the crossbreeding of dogs imported to Italy by the Phoenicians and native Italian shepherd dogs. At the time, Molossers were used primarily for warfare, although dogfights and fights between dogs and wild animals were also popular.
The recent history of the Cane Corso places its presence in the province of Apulia (or Puglia in Italian) and in the adjacent regions of southern Italy, but it was not until the 1970s thatThe breeders decided to recover the breed and stimulate the population of the Cane Corso dog. Some breeders focused on breeding dogs with a predisposition for hunting, while others selected specimens that showed good qualities as a guard dog or defense dog. However, over time, specimens that could fit as companion dogs, which showed a more docile or sociable character, began to be selected.
Currently we can find the Cane Corso breed a protective, familiar and sensitive dog It is ideal for balanced families seeking to create a very close bond. especially with their dogs, although it is also desirable that they have previous experience with large molossers. In general, the Cane Corso dog is considered a brave, faithful, balanced and calm companion inside the house.
Is the cane corso dangerous?
Many people affirm that the Cane Corso is aggressive by nature, however, now that you know better the history and character of the breed, you will know that it is not about a dangerous dogWe are actually talking about a calm, attached dog with a balanced character.
However, the character of the but will depend on many factors and may even vary between siblings. As we have explained before, genetics and lived experiences play a fundamental role, but education is actually the key to a sociable and positive character.
In addition, Cane Corso puppies, like any dog puppy, must undergo the socialization process, a stage that begins around 21 days of life and ends with the appearance of the fears, around three months of life. Socializing a dog involves allowing him to be with his mother and siblings for up to two months, and then gradually introducing him to people, dogs and other animals, with the aim of ensuring that the dog is capable of relate positively Poor socialization or the absence of it can trigger the appearance of fears, insecurities, aggressiveness or hyperactivity.
Generally a poor socialization of the Corso dog will directly affect its relationship with other dogs. It is very common to observe undesirable behaviors towards other dogs of the same sex or similar size, and on rare occasions, behavioral problems towards people.
In any case, the experience in handling and training of large dogs can be a determining factor in knowing if you can fit in a family or not. If this is not the case, it may be interesting to carry out the adoption process with an experienced professional who will help us work with him to ensure good socialization and education, as well as to deal with any negative behavior promptly.
How is the cane corso with children?
As you have seen, the Cane Corso is not an aggressive dog, on the contrary, it is a dog with a balanced temperament. So, how is the behavior of the cane corso with children?
Usually we talk about a dog patient, serene and kind with little ones, who will easily become the best friend of any child. His calm, protective, and alert nature make him an excellent nanny dog, and he is generally a trustworthy dog.
The Cane Corso is a perfect playmate for children and if it has also socialized with children at home, we will enjoy an excellent dog and with a heart of goldHowever, and in order to prevent any type of behavior problem, it will be essential to ensure that the dog socializes properly with children and supervise play sessions if we have adopted it as an adult.
Is the Cane Corso a dangerous breed in Spain?
Royal Decree 287/2002, of March 22, which develops Law 50/1999, of December 23, on the legal regime for the possession of "potentially dangerous dogs" causes that the owners of certain breeds of dogs must apply the regulations of this decree in their pets.
It is important to note that in the list of PPP dogs published in the BOE the Cane Corso is not mentioned as one of the potentially dangerous dog breeds, however, due to its physical characteristics,yes it would be considered a potentially dangerous dog But what does this classification imply?
The potentially dangerous dog law in Spain requires:
- The owner must complete the corresponding procedures to obtain a potentially dangerous dog license, which must be renewed every 5 years in the town hall.
- The owner must have civil liability insurance for his dogs.
- The dog must be registered as a PPP breed in the municipal registry.
- The dog must use a muzzle and leash in public spaces.
- You cannot walk a PPP with an extendable leash or longer than 2 meters.
- The owner may not walk two dogs considered potentially dangerous at the same time.
