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Cane Corso Mastiff Mix

A Cane Corso Mastiff mix is a cross between a Cane Corso and a Mastiff. Most grow into giant dogs of 105–170 lb and live 8–11 years.

Cane Corso, a purebred dog
Cane CorsoPhoto: Topmoretta, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
Mastiff, a purebred dog
MastiffPhoto: Pleple2000, 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.

Weight105–170 lbcan be 88–230 lb
Height26–29 inat the shoulder
Lifespan8–11 years
SizeGiant

How big does a Cane Corso Mastiff Mix get?

Cane Corso88–110 lb
The mix105–170 lb
Mastiff120–230 lb

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

Height runs 26–29 inches at the shoulder, against 23.5–27.5 in for the Cane Corso and 27.5–30 in for the Mastiff.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding
Low

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
Moderate

The Cane Corso rates moderate and the Mastiff moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming
Very low

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

Temperament

The Cane Corso is usually described as affectionate, intelligent, majestic. The Mastiff as courageous, dignified, good-natured. 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 Mastiff vs the mix

TraitCane CorsoCane Corso Mastiff MixMastiff
Weight88–110 lb105–170 lb120–230 lb
Height23.5–27.5 in26–29 in27.5–30 in
Lifespan9–12 yr8–11 yr6–10 yr
Sheddinglowlowlow
Energyhighhighmoderate
GroupWorkingmixedWorking

Questions about the Cane Corso Mastiff Mix

How big does a Cane Corso Mastiff Mix get?
Most grow to 105–170 pounds and 26–29 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 88–230 pounds.
How long does a Cane Corso Mastiff Mix live?
A typical lifespan is 8–11 years, the midpoint of the Cane Corso (9–12 years) and the Mastiff (6–10 years).
Does a Cane Corso Mastiff Mix shed?
Shedding is low. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Cane Corso Mastiff Mix easy to train?
Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Cane Corso mixes

Other Mastiff mixes

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