How long does a Cane Corso Bernese Mountain Dog Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 8–11 years, the midpoint of the Cane Corso (9–12 years) and the Bernese Mountain Dog (7–10 years).

Is a Cane Corso Bernese Mountain Dog Mix easy to train?

Trainability is high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Cane Corso Bernese Mountain Dog Mix

A Cane Corso Bernese Mountain Dog mix is a cross between a Cane Corso and a Bernese Mountain Dog. Most grow into giant dogs of 80–110 lb and live 8–11 years.

Cane Corso, a purebred dog — Cane CorsoPhoto: Topmoretta, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

Bernese Mountain Dog, a purebred dog — Bernese Mountain DogPhoto: Ganjo, CC BY-SA 3.0, source

Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.

Weight80–110 lbcan be 70–115 lb

Height23–28 inat the shoulder

Lifespan8–11 years

SizeGiant

How big does a Cane Corso Bernese Mountain Dog Mix get?

Cane Corso88–110 lb

The mix80–110 lb

Bernese Mountain Dog70–115 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Cane Corso Bernese Mountain Dog Mix dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.

Height runs 23–28 inches at the shoulder, against 23.5–27.5 in for the Cane Corso and 23–27.5 in for the Bernese Mountain Dog.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Low to very high

Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.

Energy

High

Plan on long daily walks plus real exercise, such as running, fetch or a sport. A yard alone will not tire this dog out.

Trainability

High

The Cane Corso rates moderate and the Bernese Mountain Dog high; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Very low to moderate

A weekly brush and the odd bath keep the coat in shape.

Temperament

The Cane Corso is usually described as affectionate, intelligent, majestic. The Bernese Mountain Dog as good-natured, calm, strong. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Cane Corso vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs the mix

Trait	Cane Corso	Cane Corso Bernese Mountain Dog Mix	Bernese Mountain Dog
Weight	88–110 lb	80–110 lb	70–115 lb
Height	23.5–27.5 in	23–28 in	23–27.5 in
Lifespan	9–12 yr	8–11 yr	7–10 yr
Shedding	low	low to very high	very high
Energy	high	high	high
Group	Working	mixed	Working

Questions about the Cane Corso Bernese Mountain Dog Mix

How big does a Cane Corso Bernese Mountain Dog Mix get?: Most grow to 80–110 pounds and 23–28 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 70–115 pounds.
How long does a Cane Corso Bernese Mountain Dog Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 8–11 years, the midpoint of the Cane Corso (9–12 years) and the Bernese Mountain Dog (7–10 years).
Does a Cane Corso Bernese Mountain Dog Mix shed?: Shedding is low to very high. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Cane Corso Bernese Mountain Dog Mix easy to train?: Trainability is high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Cane Corso mixes

Other Bernese Mountain Dog mixes

Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.