Brittany vs Cane Corso

Side-by-side comparison

Choosing between Brittany and Cane Corso depends on your specific needs and priorities.

When it comes to size, Brittany offers Medium compared to Cane Corso's Large. When it comes to weight, Brittany offers 30-40 lbs compared to Cane Corso's 88-110 lbs. When it comes to height, Brittany offers 17-21 inches compared to Cane Corso's 23-28 inches.

Below is a detailed side-by-side breakdown to help you make an informed decision between these two breeds.

Size
Brittany
Medium
Cane Corso
Large
Weight
Brittany
30-40 lbs
Cane Corso
88-110 lbs
Height
Brittany
17-21 inches
Cane Corso
23-28 inches
Lifespan
Brittany
12-14 years
Cane Corso
9-12 years
Temperament
Brittany
BrightFun-LovingUpbeat
Cane Corso
AffectionateIntelligentMajestic
Group
Brittany
Sporting
Cane Corso
Working
Origin
Brittany
France
Cane Corso
Italy

Brittany

Brittany is a medium Sporting breed from France. Known for being bright, fun-loving, upbeat. Has an average lifespan of 12-14 years and a weight range of 30-40 lbs.

Cane Corso

Cane Corso is a large Working breed from Italy. Known for being affectionate, intelligent, majestic. Has an average lifespan of 9-12 years and a weight range of 88-110 lbs.

Key Differences

AttributeBrittanyCane CorsoVerdict
SizeMediumLargeCane Corso is the larger breed
Weight30-40 lbs88-110 lbsCane Corso is heavier (approx. 65% difference)
Height17-21"23-28"Different heights (17-21" vs 23-28")
Life Span12-14 yrs9-12 yrsBrittany tends to live longer (12-14 vs 9-12 years)
Breed GroupSportingWorkingDifferent groups: Sporting vs Working
OriginFranceItalyDifferent origins: France vs Italy
TemperamentBright, Fun-Loving, UpbeatAffectionate, Intelligent, MajesticDifferent temperaments

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a Brittany bigger than a Cane Corso?

Cane Corso is the larger breed. Brittany weighs 30-40 lbs while Cane Corso weighs 88-110 lbs.

Which lives longer, Brittany or Cane Corso?

Brittany tends to live longer (12-14 vs 9-12 years)

Are Brittanys and Cane Corsos good family dogs?

Both breeds can make great family pets. The Brittany is known for being bright, fun-loving, upbeat, while the Cane Corso is affectionate, intelligent, majestic.

What is the difference between a Brittany and a Cane Corso?

The main differences are in size (Medium vs Large), origin (France vs Italy), and breed group (Sporting vs Working).

Which breed is easier to train, Brittany or Cane Corso?

Trainability varies by individual dog. The Brittany (Bright, Fun-Loving, Upbeat) and Cane Corso (Affectionate, Intelligent, Majestic) each have distinct characteristics that affect training.