Cane Corso
VS
Portuguese Podengo
Cane Corso vs Portuguese Podengo
Compare Cane Corso and Portuguese Podengo 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
Portuguese Podengo
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
60 – 68 cm
55 – 70 cm
Weight
40 – 50 kg
20 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 11 years
13 – 17 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
Sponsored Ad
Characteristics
Cane Corso
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Giant
Portuguese Podengo
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Large
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 Portuguese Podengo
Ancient Portuguese hunting dog in three sizes (small, medium, large) and two coats (smooth or wire). Lean, athletic and alert, it’s lively, clever and affectionate. Needs substantial exercise, positive training, and mental stimulation, but is generally robust and long‑lived.
Similar breeds
View more
