Cane Corso
Cane Corso
VS
Japanese Spitz
Japanese Spitz

Cane Corso vs Japanese Spitz

Compare Cane Corso and Japanese Spitz side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Cane Corso
Japanese Spitz
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
60 – 68 cm
29 – 38 cm
Weight
40 – 50 kg
5 – 7 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 11 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics

Cane Corso
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Giant
Japanese Spitz
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Tiny

Summary

About Cane Corso
The Cane Corso is a large, athletic Italian mastiff with a short, easy-care coat and strong guarding instincts. Deeply devoted and sensitive, it needs experienced, consistent handling, thorough socialization, and substantial daily exercise and training to stay balanced.
About Japanese Spitz
The Japanese Spitz is a small to medium, people‑oriented companion with a pure white double coat that’s easy to maintain with regular brushing. Lively, intelligent, and trainable, it suits apartments with daily exercise. Naturally alert and vocal, it is usually friendly once introduced.

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