Cane Corso vs German Shepherd vs Rottweiler Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Best for Apartments

🤝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

🤝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

Cane Corso

10-12 years

Easiest to Train

🤝 Tie

Most Active

German Shepherd

5/5 · Active

Best for First-Time Owners

🤝 Tie

5/6

83%

Cane Corso

5/6

83%

German Shepherd

4/6

67%

Rottweiler

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
Italy
Germany
Germany
Popularity
#37
#2
#8
Common Names & Aliases
Cane Di MacellaioCane Corz
Alsatian wolf dogBerger AllemandDeutscher SchäferhundSchäferhundAlsatian
RottRottie
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Large
Large
LargeGiant
Weight Statistics
Male: 45-50 kg, Female: 40-45 kg
Male: 30-40 kg, Female: 22-32 kg
Male: 43-59 kg, Female: 38-52 kg
Average Weight
Male: 47.4 kg, Female: 42.4 kg
Male: 34.9 kg, Female: 27.2 kg
Male: 51 kg, Female: 45.4 kg
Height
Male: 64-68 cm, Female: 60-64 cm
Male: 60-65 cm, Female: 55-60 cm
Male: 61-69 cm, Female: 56-63 cm
Average Height
Male: 66 cm, Female: 62 cm
Male: 62.5 cm, Female: 57.5 cm
Male: 65 cm, Female: 59.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
4/5
5/5
5/5
Watchdog Rating
5/5
5/5
5/5
Training Difficulty
4/5
4/5
4/5
Territorial Protection
5/5
5/5
5/5
Price Range
$1500-$2000
$800-$2000
$1200-$2000
Availability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Personality Traits
CheerfulLoyalSocialCourageousQuiet
AlertCourageousIntelligentObedientConfidentCuriousLoyalWatchful
AlertFearlessIndependentLoyalCourageousGood-naturedIntelligentProtective
Sensitivity Level
3/5
5/5
4/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
2/5
1/5
2/5
Prey Drive
5/5
4/5
4/5
Affection Level
3/5
5/5
3/5
Social Needs
4/5
3/5
5/5
Barking Frequency
1/5
2/5
1/5
Playful Nature
3/5
3/5
3/5
Apartment Adaptability
2/5
3/5
3/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
2/5
5/5
3/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Low
Moderate
Very Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Moderate
High
High
Mouthing Tendency
4/5
5/5
3/5
Bite Strength Rating
Above 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
10-12 years
9-13 years
8-12 years
Climate Tolerance
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Health Concerns
4/5
4/5
3/5
Health Problems
ArthritisBloatCherry EyeDemodectic MangeEctropionEntropionHip Dysplasia
AllergiesBlindnessBloatCancerCataractsCherry EyeChronic DiarrheaCruciate Ligament RuptureCushing's SyndromeDegenerative MyelopathyDemodectic MangeDiabetesDigestive ProblemsElbow DysplasiaEpilepsyExocrine Pancreatic InsufficiencyHeart DiseaseHemophilia AHemophilia BHip DysplasiaHypertrophic OsteodystrophyLens LuxationLupusMegaesophagusMyasthenia GravisNail Bed DiseaseOsteochondrosisPannusPanosteitisParalysisPerianal FistulaProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Retinal DysplasiaSeborrheaVitiligoVon Willebrand's DiseaseWobbler's Syndrome
AllergiesAortic StenosisBloatElbow DysplasiaHip DysplasiaHypothyroidismOsteosarcomaPanosteitisSubvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Vet Care Frequency
Rare
Rare
Average
Energy Rating
4/5
5/5
4/5
Sleeping Need
2/5
1/5
2/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
3/5
4/5
3/5
Obesity Tendency
4/5
2/5
5/5
Food Consumption
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.
Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
No
No
No
Coat Colors
ChestnutBrindleGrayRedFawnBlack
SilverTanRedBlack
MahoganyTanRustBlack
Grooming Requirements
1/5
3/5
1/5
Shedding Level
3/5
5/5
3/5
Drooling Tendency
4/5
1/5
4/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Medium
Medium
Coat Characteristics
Dense
Fuzzy
Dense
Bathing Needs
4-6 weeks
8-12 weeks
4-6 weeks
Cat Friendly
1/5
3/5
3/5
Child Compatibility
3/5
5/5
2/5
Dog Friendly
3/5
2/5
1/5
Stranger Friendly
1/5
4/5
1/5
Office Friendly
No
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Average
Highly Recommended
Below Average
Pet Compatibility
Not Good
Average
Average
Good For First Time Owners
No
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Yes
Yes
Yes
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Yes
Yes
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Yes
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Yes
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Yes
Not really
Yes
Military Service Background
Yes
Yes
Yes
Puppy Litter Size
4-6 puppies
6-10 puppies
8-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleNational Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.American Canine Association, Inc.
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.German Shepherd Dog Club Of America
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.Colonial Rottweiler ClubDeutscher Rottweiler KlubInternational Rottweiler Club
Winner / Best value