If the question of how to train a Cane Corso dog is what you’re asking, then you should know that this breed does not need a lot of training. They are very intelligent and eager to please which makes their training relatively easy. Their protective instinct is so strong, however when they do attack it can be fatal when they attack another dog or animal. In fact, in the United States, there have been several cases where a Cane Corso has killed another dog during an attack.
This breed is used primarily as a guard/protection dog in Europe and by the Italian Mafia, because of their power and hard exterior. The American Kennel Club recognized this powerful breed just over 40 years ago in 2001.
Cane Corso dogs are not recommended for first-time owners because they require training which needs to begin at an early age so that it becomes second nature for them.
How do you calm an aggressive Cane Corso?
If you have a Cane Corso dog that is aggressive, then you need to seek professional help from a veterinary behaviorist who will most likely prescribe medication. In some cases where the aggression is so overwhelming, euthanasia may be suggested depending on your financial means and your relationship with the dog. The best course of action for this breed is to socialize them at an early age under supervision, but not around other animals just in case they pose a threat to others.
Cane Corsos are powerful dogs that can wreak havoc when they get out of control unless their owners know how to handle them properly. If you’re thinking about adding one to your family make sure you’re willing to put in the time and effort required for this powerful breed.
Are Rescue Cane Corsos more aggressive?
Rescue Cane Corsos are more likely to be aggressive. This is because many of them come from dogfighting backgrounds where they were forced to fight for their lives in the ring against other dogs. When handling a Rescue Corso, it’s necessary that you wear heavy gloves and not attempt to pet or show any affection towards them which can cause them to become more aggressive than before.
Five Tips For Dealing With An Aggressive Cane Corso
- Don’t turn your back on them: If you find yourself in a confrontation with an aggressive Cane Corso, don’t walk away and do not look away from them because they may view that gesture as weakness and become more aggressive than ever before.
- Yell “stop” or “NO”: Most of the time yelling out profanities will only make things worse, so refrain from saying anything negative if you want to get their attention. Instead yell out stop or no which should catch their ear and get them to listen for at least a minute or two while you attempt to diffuse their aggression towards you or another person/animal in the house.
- Spray: In some cases where all else fails, you can spray the dog with water or vinegar. The sound of running water will startle them, so they’ll likely stop their attacking behavior for at least a couple minutes allowing you to escape. If vinegar is used, it’s best to not get any in their eyes which can cause permanent damage due to the acidity of the liquid that stings their eyes.
- Physical restraint: In cases where all else fails and nothing seems to be working, then it’s necessary that you physically restrain the Cane Corso by grabbing them around the neck with both arms and holding on for dear life until they calm down. It may take several minutes before they stop struggling against you.
- Professional help: The best course of action for all aggressive dogs is to seek professional help, and the Cane Corso is no different. For this breed it will be necessary to visit a dog behaviorist and most likely get prescriptions for anxiety and anti-depressants depending on the degree of their aggression towards people or other animals in the house.
