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Cane Corsos are without a doubt the most popular and gorgeous mastiff breed; they are recognized for their silky black coat, but you would be surprised to learn that Cane Corso coats can also be other colors.
This is what we will talk about in this piece. We’ll see how many different hues of Cane Corso’s there are.
So stay with me to the end!
Although the Cane Corso comes in a variety of colors, the AKC only recognizes a select few. The American Kennel Club lists the Cane Corso’s common colors as follows:
People claim that there are other hues of Cane Corsos available that have not yet been recognized.
I’ve compiled a list of 13 different color Cane Corsos, which I feel is complete.
Black Cane Corsos are the most prevalent type of Corso, it’s their natural color. They appear strong and mysterious because of their black coat.
Their amber eyes and black appearance can make any intruder reconsider accessing your property. The surprising thing is that, despite the fact that black is the most common hue in cane corso, demand for black Cane Corso hasn’t diminished; in fact, it’s on the rise.
If I had to pick a Cane Corso, I would go with a Black coat Cane Corso since black is the greatest color for them.
When we see a fawn-colored cane corso, one thing definitely comes to mind, and that is that fawn-colored Cane Corso must be pretty rare, but surprisingly, most of us are wrong. Fawn-colored Cane Corsos are not rare.
Fawn is a quite useful color because it allows Cane Corso to blend into the environment and hunt more effectively.
This color is caused by a dilution of the red pigment gene.
So we’ve already looked at a couple of the most common Cane Corso colors; now it’s time to look at the most uncommon Cane Corso color, Straw.
If you’re unfamiliar with straw color, it’s a light yellow tint that looks similar to dry straw.
The straw-colored Cane Corso is the most unusual Cane Corso; in fact, even if you contact an experienced breeder, you will struggle to find one.
Experts believe that straw-colored Cane Corsos originated many years ago when the Cane Corso was crossed with the Abruzzese Sheepdog.
The straw tint makes them look like Argentine mastiffs.
The most gorgeous shade a Cane Corso can have is called Isabella. Unfortunately, Cane Corsos with the Isabella coloration are not very common.
The Isabella color is viewed as a flaw in this breed because, in the opinion of specialists, Cane Corsos of this hue is the result of numerous breeding or experiments.
These colored Cane Corsos are not being bred for health, but rather for color.
Read: 11 Countries Where Cane Corsos Are Banned Or Restricted (In-Depth)
Just like Isabella color, chocolate-colored Cane Corsos are rare too. In fact, AKC doesn’t recognize chocolate color, they do however recognize red Cane corso, we will read about red cane corso later.
Chocolate color Cane Corsos are a bit different than red Corsos, they have less pigmentation in their noses and the skin around their eyes.
Chocolate color Cane Corsos look beautiful, but as they are rare, getting one can be really challenging, you might end up getting a red one.
Cane Corso’s black brindle color was recognized by the AKC. They naturally have this hue.
The base color of the black brindle Corso is either red or brown, with mostly dark black tiger stripes.
This hue of Cane Corsos appears similar to Presa de Canario; in fact, distinguishing between a Presa de Canario and a black brindle-colored Cane Corso can be difficult, but noticing their sizes can help.
Presa Canarios are typically heavier than Corsos, although Cane Corsos are typically leaner and taller.
Cane Corsos of the black brindle tint were also utilized for hunting. This color is utilized to help them blend in with their surroundings and hunt more successfully.
Gray is another uncommon color found in cane corso. According to experts, this color is caused by a recessive dilute gene that reduces eumelanin production. If both black Corso parents carried the same recessive gene, they would only produce gray puppies.
Gray Cane Corsos are stunning, but they, like other rare Corsos, are extremely rare.
Furthermore, a gray Cane Corso puppy’s color may vary as he grows. They either darken or begin to brighten.
Blue fawn is another name for Formentino. It’s a pretty rare color, and formentino color Cane Corsos seem very different from regular black Cane Corsos. Some breeders may even try to convince you that it’s a whole other breed.
The name Formentino derives from Italy, where it describes the color of fermented wheat.
Unfortunately, this color Cane Corso is prone to health problems, particularly skin problems, and they normally live shorter lives than other natural colors Cane Corsos, such as black Cane Corsos and black brindle color Cane Corsos.
Furthermore, the AKC does not accept this color.
Read About Formentino Cane Corsos in Depth Here!
Experts say that the existence of Blue Cane Corsos is a fiction. Although the AKC does not recognize this hue, some breeders offer blue Cane Corso puppies for sale.
Many people are convinced that blue Cane Corsos exist, despite the fact that professionals are divided on the subject.
The issue stems from breed standards, which incorrectly referred to the Cane Corso’s diluted black color as grey rather than blue. A blue Cane Corso is simply a gray Cane Corso with a new name.
You might be wondering why I listed them since they don’t exist; well, I just wanted to spread awareness about Blue Corsos because many people look for Blue Cane Corsos and end up being duped.
The chestnut brindle coat pattern is quite similar to the black brindle coat pattern; in fact, beginners may have difficulty distinguishing between the two. This color pattern is unique in that it is significantly rarer than black brindle.
The chestnut brindle Corso, like the gray brindle design, has a brown or red foundation with reddish-brown stripes.
The AKC has approved Red Cane Corsos, indicating that it is a natural Cane Corso color and not the consequence of improper breeding methods or forced breeding.
I’m almost certain you’ve never seen a red Cane Corso. Well, I was astonished as well while studying for this post.
Red Corsos are quite rare, and the red Cane Corsos range in hue from light champagne to deep rich mahogany. They typically have a gray or black mask.
Reverse brindle Cane Corso color or pattern is quite unique as unlike regular brindle, they have light or white stripes on a darker background.
The reverse brindle pattern on Cane Corsos gives them a very unique and attractive look.
Gray brindle cane Corsos have a gray coat with dark stripes or patterns on it, usually black.
| Color/Pattern | Description |
|---|---|
| Black | Solid black coat color. |
| Fawn | Solid tan or fawn coat color. |
| Brindle | Fawn and black stripes in a tiger-stripe pattern. |
| Blue | Solid steel blue-gray coat color. |
| Grey | Solid gray coat color. |
| Red | Solid deep red coat color. |
| Formentino | Pale fawn with a bluish-gray mask. |
| Black Brindle | Black and fawn stripes in a brindle pattern. |
| Blue Brindle | Blue and fawn stripes in a brindle pattern. |
| Grey Brindle | Grey and fawn stripes in a brindle pattern. |
| Red Brindle | Red and black stripes in a brindle pattern. |
| Reverse Brindle | Fawn stripes on a darker background. |
No, pure white color Cane Corsos do not exist. If you want a white mastiff breed that looks and feels like Cane Corso, you can go for Dogo Argentino.
No, navy blue dogs don’t exist, let alone Cane Corsos. They may have, however, a faint blue color, but that looks more like a gray color rather than blue.
Cane Corsos are among the most attractive mastiffs; their silky black coats give them the appearance of true superheroes (Bruce Wayne); yet, many people are unaware of the fact that they can also be diverse colors.
In order to choose the Cane Corso color that you think is most beautiful, you must do some research before making your decision.
Additionally, a Corso’s nature is mostly unaffected by color, but color can be a sign of health.
In comparison to Cane Corsos of natural colors like Black, Black brindle, and Red, some Cane Corsos that have not been recognized by the AKC, such Formentino, Isebella, and Straw, may have poor health.
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Thanks for reading!
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