Cane Corso vs Rottweiler

Side-by-side comparison — size, temperament, traits, costs, and health

Cane Corso
Category
Rottweiler

📏 Physical Stats

88 - 120
Weight (lbs)
75 - 110
23.5 - 27.5
Height (inches)
22 - 27
10 - 11 years
Life Expectancy
8 - 10 years
Working
Breed Group
Working
Italy
Origin
Germany
Companion, guard dog, and hunter
Bred For
Cattle drover, guardian, draft

⚡ Temperament & Traits

Scores are 1–5 from breed data. Higher = more of that trait. Barking: lower is quieter.

5/5
Better
Energy Level
3/5
5/5
Trainability
5/5
5/5
Good with Children
5/5
5/5
Good with Other Dogs
5/5
2/5
Better
Grooming Needs
3/5

💰 Cost of Ownership

Based on breed-specific cost data at a moderate care level — quality food, routine vet, occasional grooming, standard insurance. Actual costs vary by location and provider.

Annual Cost
$3,340
Cane Corso
vs
Annual Cost
$3,286
Rottweiler
Cane Corso
Expense
Rottweiler
$3,340
Annual Cost
$3,286
Lower ✓
$4,060
First Year
$4,006
Lower ✓
$35,790
Lifetime Total
$30,294
Lower ✓
$1,116
Food (annual)
$1,116
$735
Vet Care (annual)
$735
$384
Grooming (annual)
$330
Lower ✓
$1,080
Insurance (annual)
$1,080
$90
Insurance (monthly)
$90

Over their lifetimes, a Rottweiler (~9 yrs) costs approximately $5,496 less than a Cane Corso (~11 yrs) in total.

🏥 Health Considerations

Health conditions listed are common concerns for these breeds or breed groups. Not every dog will develop these conditions. Regular vet check-ups are the best prevention.

🐾 Temperament

Cane Corso

Reserved, Stable, Quiet, Even Tempered, Calm, Affectionate, Friendly, Gentle, Loyal, Playful, Protective, Curious

Rottweiler

Steady, Good-natured, Fearless, Devoted, Alert, Obedient, Confident, Self-assured, Calm, Courageous, Affectionate, Friendly, Playful