The Fascinating History and Origin of the Cane Corso Breed
The Cane Corso is an ancient Italian breed that was originally used as a guard dog and hunter.
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The breed's name comes from "cane da corso," which means "dog of the courtyard" in Italian.
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Cane Corsos were bred to be versatile working dogs and were used for tasks such as herding cattle and wild boar hunting.
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The breed nearly went extinct after World War II, but was revived by Italian enthusiasts in the 1980s.
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Cane Corsos were officially recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010.
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The breed is known for its loyalty, intelligence, and protectiveness towards its family.
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Cane Corsos have a short, sleek coat that requires minimal grooming.
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Despite their history as working dogs, Cane Corsos are also well-suited to life as family pets and can be loving and gentle with children.
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