How long does a Rottweiler Cane Corso Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 9–11 years, the midpoint of the Rottweiler (9–10 years) and the Cane Corso (9–12 years).

Is a Rottweiler 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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Rottweiler Cane Corso Mix

A Rottweiler Cane Corso mix is a cross between a Rottweiler and a Cane Corso. Most grow into giant dogs of 85–120 lb and live 9–11 years.

Rottweiler, a purebred dog — RottweilerPhoto: Томасина, 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.

Weight85–120 lbcan be 80–135 lb

Height23–27 inat the shoulder

Lifespan9–11 years

SizeGiant

How big does a Rottweiler Cane Corso Mix get?

Rottweiler80–135 lb

The mix85–120 lb

Cane Corso88–110 lb

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

Height runs 23–27 inches at the shoulder, against 22–27 in for the Rottweiler and 23.5–27.5 in for the Cane Corso.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Moderate

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 Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler is usually described as loyal, loving, confident guardian. 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.

Rottweiler vs Cane Corso vs the mix

Trait	Rottweiler	Rottweiler Cane Corso Mix	Cane Corso
Weight	80–135 lb	85–120 lb	88–110 lb
Height	22–27 in	23–27 in	23.5–27.5 in
Lifespan	9–10 yr	9–11 yr	9–12 yr
Shedding	moderate	moderate	low
Energy	moderate	high	high
Group	Working	mixed	Working

Questions about the Rottweiler Cane Corso Mix

How big does a Rottweiler Cane Corso Mix get?: Most grow to 85–120 pounds and 23–27 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 80–135 pounds.
How long does a Rottweiler Cane Corso Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 9–11 years, the midpoint of the Rottweiler (9–10 years) and the Cane Corso (9–12 years).
Does a Rottweiler Cane Corso Mix shed?: Shedding is moderate. Neither parent has a low-shedding coat, so expect dog hair around the house and seasonal heavy shedding.
Is a Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler mixes

Other Cane Corso mixes

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