History:
Cane Corsos originated in Italy with the Cane Corso Italiano, a direct ancestor of the Canis Pugnax, a dog historically used for hunting large, wild game and as an auxiliary fighter in battles. These dogs have been used as protectors of personal property, cattle and as a guardian for the family. They faced extinction as a breed in the mid 1900s, but were brought back by a group of enthusiasts and have been steadily gaining worldwide popularity since the 1980s. [Read more…]