How long does a Corgi Cane Corso Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Corgi (12–13 years) and the Cane Corso (9–12 years).

Is a Corgi Cane Corso Mix easy to train?

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

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Corgi Cane Corso Mix

A Corgi Cane Corso mix is a cross between a Corgi and a Cane Corso. Most grow into large dogs of 55–70 lb and live 10–12 years.

Corgi, a purebred dog — CorgiPhoto: Dog breed facts, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

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

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

Weight55–70 lbcan be 24–110 lb

Height17–20 inat the shoulder

Lifespan10–12 years

SizeLarge

How big does a Corgi Cane Corso Mix get?

Corgi24–30 lb

The mix55–70 lb

Cane Corso88–110 lb

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

Height runs 17–20 inches at the shoulder, against 10–12 in for the Corgi and 23.5–27.5 in for the Cane Corso. The parents differ a lot in size, so litters vary more than usual. Breeders normally use the larger breed as the mother to keep whelping safe.

Figures are for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi, the more common corgi.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Low to 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

Moderate

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

Grooming

Low

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

Temperament

The Corgi is usually described as affectionate, smart, alert. The Cane Corso as affectionate, intelligent, majestic. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Corgi vs Cane Corso vs the mix

Trait	Corgi	Corgi Cane Corso Mix	Cane Corso
Weight	24–30 lb	55–70 lb	88–110 lb
Height	10–12 in	17–20 in	23.5–27.5 in
Lifespan	12–13 yr	10–12 yr	9–12 yr
Shedding	high	low to high	low
Energy	high	high	high
Group	Herding	mixed	Working

Questions about the Corgi Cane Corso Mix

How big does a Corgi Cane Corso Mix get?: Most grow to 55–70 pounds and 17–20 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 24–110 pounds.
How long does a Corgi Cane Corso Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 10–12 years, the midpoint of the Corgi (12–13 years) and the Cane Corso (9–12 years).
Does a Corgi Cane Corso Mix shed?: Shedding is low to high. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Corgi Cane Corso Mix easy to train?: Trainability is moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Corgi mixes

Other Cane Corso mixes

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