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hi, does anybody own a corso? i've fallen in love with them but all the advice suggests that they're not for the first time dog owner, which i would be. is this because they are big or hard to train? why???
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hi lankeela - do you have one? i would never get rid of an animal (i have had my fair share of troublesome pets but always give them the best care to the end) and it really saddens me when people take the decision to own one lightly. what would you say was the biggest issue with corsos? i have read that they are very good family pets if well trained. re. what they were bred for - does this not apply to lots of dogs that we brits own? cheers for reply.
Try reading this link
http://www.canecorsoclub.co.uk/indexx.htm
If you really are serious, join the UK Club, go to shows and talk to breeders, even visit breeders so you can see a number of the dogs in a home environment.
I own a similar giant, guarding breed and I was a member of the breed club for over five years before I got my first dog of the breed (I also owned GSD's and other breeds before).
You need to understand the nature and temperament of the breed you are taking on.
Also if you are going to have one in the house as a pet it is a good idea if you can get someone to visit your house with an adult of the breed so that you can actually see one walking around in your house. (Mine is a perfect size to nick things off the cooker and worktops, they are all head height to him! He also has his own living room and sofa!). Even someone who is used to dogs gets a surprise when my boy is in their house, it is only when they see him there that they get a total understanding of how big he actually is.
http://www.canecorsoclub.co.uk/indexx.htm
If you really are serious, join the UK Club, go to shows and talk to breeders, even visit breeders so you can see a number of the dogs in a home environment.
I own a similar giant, guarding breed and I was a member of the breed club for over five years before I got my first dog of the breed (I also owned GSD's and other breeds before).
You need to understand the nature and temperament of the breed you are taking on.
Also if you are going to have one in the house as a pet it is a good idea if you can get someone to visit your house with an adult of the breed so that you can actually see one walking around in your house. (Mine is a perfect size to nick things off the cooker and worktops, they are all head height to him! He also has his own living room and sofa!). Even someone who is used to dogs gets a surprise when my boy is in their house, it is only when they see him there that they get a total understanding of how big he actually is.
The following is taken from the Cane Corso Club of the UK website:
"The Cane Corso is a very headstrong, energetic breed. This is not a breed for a first time dog owner, and potential owners should think long and hard if this is really the breed for them"
I do not have one, I would not have one because I do not feel I have the experience (or strength) to own such a challenging breed. And I have owned and bred German Shepherds since the late 1970's. The two people I know who bought them both got rid of them when they became fully grown and they could not walk them safely as they were aggressive to all other dogs, and they had trouble holding them back, and when they stopped taking them out they became very destructive and noisy indoors.
I would add that no reputable breeder of this breed would sell one to someone who is obviously very much a novice as far as keeping dogs is concerned, and that is not meant as a criticism, it is a fact. If you need to ask about them then you have not yet done your homework. Please take the advice of the people who know - the experienced breeders who have formed the club and will answer any of your questions.
"The Cane Corso is a very headstrong, energetic breed. This is not a breed for a first time dog owner, and potential owners should think long and hard if this is really the breed for them"
I do not have one, I would not have one because I do not feel I have the experience (or strength) to own such a challenging breed. And I have owned and bred German Shepherds since the late 1970's. The two people I know who bought them both got rid of them when they became fully grown and they could not walk them safely as they were aggressive to all other dogs, and they had trouble holding them back, and when they stopped taking them out they became very destructive and noisy indoors.
I would add that no reputable breeder of this breed would sell one to someone who is obviously very much a novice as far as keeping dogs is concerned, and that is not meant as a criticism, it is a fact. If you need to ask about them then you have not yet done your homework. Please take the advice of the people who know - the experienced breeders who have formed the club and will answer any of your questions.
lankeela, thanks. i would ask about any dog first as i have never had one - i would always do my homework as i am a real animal lover and would never house something that was not suitable for me, hence me asking - that's the 1st step of the homework! i take on board what you say fully. do you think this would appy to everyone then? or just someone who's never had a dog?
hi kita, yes i've already seen that website - they are so elegant. i'd love to see a pic of yours - can you post pics on answerbank? i've also had fun watching them on youtube with the brazilian police. i firmly believe that badly behaved dogs are a result of silly owners/training - train/allow them to be agressive and they will be. is yours a good family pet then? i don't understand how you would become a suitable owner - are you to own another big dog first?
Cheers.
Cheers.
iheartruby, i made a imilar post a few days ago and as a result have arranged to go visit breeders to see what the dogs are like.
I did however make the mistake of going to a back yard breeder for my current dog and any money saved was soon shelled out again on vet bills.
A common thread in all the web sites for dangerous dogs is to socialize them early. Ours got a good few months puppy class in even though she learnt fxxk all the exposure worked wonders. Good luck
I did however make the mistake of going to a back yard breeder for my current dog and any money saved was soon shelled out again on vet bills.
A common thread in all the web sites for dangerous dogs is to socialize them early. Ours got a good few months puppy class in even though she learnt fxxk all the exposure worked wonders. Good luck
What part of 'not suitable for first time dog owners' don't you understand?
These dogs are a challenge to even experienced dog handlers and certainly do not make good family 'pets' in the normally understood sense of the word.
You only have to see some of the questions asked on here from people who have had dogs before to realise that owning a dog is a hard enough task even with the most placid and submissive breeds, let alone something that is big, tough and dominant.
I cannot tell you in a more tactful way - this is not the breed for you.
Lets suppose you ignore all the advice and go and get one from someone who doesn't care who they sell one to, and when you take it to the local park and it gets hold of a jack russell round the throat, what would you do - go home, turn on the computer and ask on Answerbank how to deal with it?
These dogs are a challenge to even experienced dog handlers and certainly do not make good family 'pets' in the normally understood sense of the word.
You only have to see some of the questions asked on here from people who have had dogs before to realise that owning a dog is a hard enough task even with the most placid and submissive breeds, let alone something that is big, tough and dominant.
I cannot tell you in a more tactful way - this is not the breed for you.
Lets suppose you ignore all the advice and go and get one from someone who doesn't care who they sell one to, and when you take it to the local park and it gets hold of a jack russell round the throat, what would you do - go home, turn on the computer and ask on Answerbank how to deal with it?
My dog is not a Cane Corso. He is a similar breed.
He is not a 'good family pet'.
You do not 'train or allow' these dogs to be aggressive. They ARE aggressive, full stop! It is bred into them.
My dog was 'socialised' with an experienced dog behaviourist from the age of 8 weeks old. He has attended classes I helped run for the first 7 years of his life. He is still 'dog aggressive' and will not stand for any other male dog trying it on with him. He has drawn blood from me when telling me to stay out of it when he wants to kill another male dog (and believe me, he would kill another dog - it is what they are bred to do).
My day (for the past 11 years) has been get up, get dressed and take the dog out (before a cup of coffee) for an hour. Come back have something to eat etc. In the early afternoon take him out for two/three hours lead walk (and I mean walk all the time). Return, have some dinner. Take him out for a final walk (an hour). That is a GOOD day. A bad day is when he goes out more often. No good trying to tell him to go and lie down - when a dog of this size stands at the door barking non stop believe me you go out!
Dogs like these take over your life. There are very few people that I recommend own these sorts of dogs. I get sick of people stroking my dog and telling me 'I bet he is a big softie really'. I wish they could see him when he is rearing up on his hind legs swearing at a dog going past, then turning and biting me because I am holding him back!
Just another thing - if you plan on ever leaving one in boarding kennels think again - very few (if any) kennels will take them!
He is not a 'good family pet'.
You do not 'train or allow' these dogs to be aggressive. They ARE aggressive, full stop! It is bred into them.
My dog was 'socialised' with an experienced dog behaviourist from the age of 8 weeks old. He has attended classes I helped run for the first 7 years of his life. He is still 'dog aggressive' and will not stand for any other male dog trying it on with him. He has drawn blood from me when telling me to stay out of it when he wants to kill another male dog (and believe me, he would kill another dog - it is what they are bred to do).
My day (for the past 11 years) has been get up, get dressed and take the dog out (before a cup of coffee) for an hour. Come back have something to eat etc. In the early afternoon take him out for two/three hours lead walk (and I mean walk all the time). Return, have some dinner. Take him out for a final walk (an hour). That is a GOOD day. A bad day is when he goes out more often. No good trying to tell him to go and lie down - when a dog of this size stands at the door barking non stop believe me you go out!
Dogs like these take over your life. There are very few people that I recommend own these sorts of dogs. I get sick of people stroking my dog and telling me 'I bet he is a big softie really'. I wish they could see him when he is rearing up on his hind legs swearing at a dog going past, then turning and biting me because I am holding him back!
Just another thing - if you plan on ever leaving one in boarding kennels think again - very few (if any) kennels will take them!
lankeela, how can you say, from 3 postings on the internet, that 'that dog is not for you'? Learn some tact! At least kita advises getting to know the breed before making any big decisions. Your advice is negative and would get my back up. Accept the allure of large powerful dog breeds the people have and offer constructive advice.
I agree with bigeye - lankeela you are being too harsh and your tone is very negative and sarcastic. i asked a question as part of my research on the dog - i am not about to go out and buy a dog with no thought. what you say is opposite to lots of the info i have already read on the breed. i am beginning to regret asking now as i feel you are giving me down the banks for even bothering to find out in the first place! i appreciate that you have years of dog handling experience but there is no need to be so rude! And no, I wouldn't ask answerbank how to deal with a dog attack - you're just being silly now. go and find some other genuine person to launch an attack on! Or better still, go and have a scrap with a big dog - it may release your aggression......
i have a neapolitan mastiff. she is huge but a big soft thing. I would advise you to go for a bitch as they tend to be more docile. I also have 4 kids and she is an angel with them. I think its down to good breeding and good training. Dont be put off by others comments just do your research go to a good breeder and socialize from an early age. Good luck
Posting from internet site:
The Cane Corso should be a confident dog, very devoted to its family, and not pose a threat to strangers welcomed into the home. He is easily trained and generally naturally protective of children. Since the breed is very smart and active, it is advised that owners find activities to stimulate the dog. If not, they may turn to your possessions in their boredom. They also often suffer from separation anxiety. A dog that is aggressive may be unstable but more probably is under-socialised. Early and consistent socialisation is a requirement for this breed. A well trained and socialised Corso is not only a good ambassador for the breed, but for canines in general.
The Cane Corso should be a confident dog, very devoted to its family, and not pose a threat to strangers welcomed into the home. He is easily trained and generally naturally protective of children. Since the breed is very smart and active, it is advised that owners find activities to stimulate the dog. If not, they may turn to your possessions in their boredom. They also often suffer from separation anxiety. A dog that is aggressive may be unstable but more probably is under-socialised. Early and consistent socialisation is a requirement for this breed. A well trained and socialised Corso is not only a good ambassador for the breed, but for canines in general.
iheartruby - people said to us 'what do you want such a big dog for?' and 'ridgebacks can be a real handful'. Well she is but we do ok. No dead dogs and no dead children so far. Just ensure that you can put the time in, which will be a lot for a dog like this, and you fully socialise it as a puppy. Any mistakes are yours (as they have been ours) and a dog like that can do a lot of damage. Oh, and keep seeking advice from those that really know (not me) what they're doing.
one last thing, seperation anxiety is a real pain in the ass. You'd think i was sticking needles into my dog if i tie here up outside the shops or pop next door. We've put a lot of time into cracking it but to no avail, so she's in the cage a lot of the time.
Deffo sommat to look out for and crack at an early age. Rgds
Deffo sommat to look out for and crack at an early age. Rgds
If you do end up getting a pup, I always tend to go to the breeders that are heavily involved in the breed rescue. They usually know the breed and are careful what they breed and who they sell them to. They are often around for the dogs lifetime to offer advice or even take the dog back if problems do occur. Otherwise look for a breeder who has been breeding for alot of years. My breeder was one of the first to breed my type of dogs in this country and has had them for over 20 years.
Don't forget everything is magnified with a dog of this size. If a Yorkie bites you it is often classed as funny, if one of these nips you it is very serious! (It is not funny sitting in a hospital being stiched up by a doctor who is advising you to put the dog to sleep!) Seperation anxiety (destroying things) if a Yorkie has a tantrum it will probably savage a tissue - a dog this size will destroy your sofa (and house). I put my dog into a kennel when I worked there, he broke the metal bolt that fastened the door shut - just snapped it in two!
A cage/crate is out of the question for such a large, strong dog.
Is your car big enough to carry the dog?
As I said before, research the breed, visit shows, talk to breeders etc long before you think of getting a pup. Look at the dogs in rescue, why are they there? If you can take an adult dog for a walk, see if you can handle it. Avoid the breeders that do not take their own dogs back.
Above all think, and think again. These dogs are a BIG commitment.
Don't forget everything is magnified with a dog of this size. If a Yorkie bites you it is often classed as funny, if one of these nips you it is very serious! (It is not funny sitting in a hospital being stiched up by a doctor who is advising you to put the dog to sleep!) Seperation anxiety (destroying things) if a Yorkie has a tantrum it will probably savage a tissue - a dog this size will destroy your sofa (and house). I put my dog into a kennel when I worked there, he broke the metal bolt that fastened the door shut - just snapped it in two!
A cage/crate is out of the question for such a large, strong dog.
Is your car big enough to carry the dog?
As I said before, research the breed, visit shows, talk to breeders etc long before you think of getting a pup. Look at the dogs in rescue, why are they there? If you can take an adult dog for a walk, see if you can handle it. Avoid the breeders that do not take their own dogs back.
Above all think, and think again. These dogs are a BIG commitment.
Well Bigeye, your analogy to cars has made me think - I would not let a learner driver loose in a formula one car on a motorway. This would be about the same level as a first time dog owner taking on a Cane Corso. Or a moped rider on a 500 CC speedway bike with no brakes.
I really don't care as far as the owners are concerned, my concern is for the poor dog that would probably end up in rescue or being put down.
I really don't care as far as the owners are concerned, my concern is for the poor dog that would probably end up in rescue or being put down.
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