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Despite my fondness for Black Cane Corsos, I must say that Gray Cane Corsos are one of the most gorgeous canines.
The gray tint on them gives them a really distinct appearance, and you’ll be surprised to learn that gray Cane Corsos are also quite unusual.
In this piece, we’ll look into how gray Cane Corsos are made, how rare they are, how they differ from Black Cane Corsos, and much more.
So, wait till the end to discover all the details!
The American Kennel Club and other respected Kennel groups recognize the gray coat color as a natural Cane Corso hue.
Gray Cane Corsos have amazing looks, and their popularity is rising quickly. Typically, they are colored a light gray with hints of white. The majority of the white patterns are found on their paws, chest, and mouth.
Their appearance differs greatly from that of the typical black Cane Corso; in fact, so much so that some breeders may attempt to persuade you that they belong to an entirely other breed.
Some gray Cane Corsos may also have brindle marks or dark stripes, which are mostly black or dark gray in hue. You may learn more about the brindle pattern Cane Corso by reading this post.
To put it simply, genes determine whether or not a Cane Corso will be gray.
But, if we dig a little deeper, the “dilute gene” or “D Locus” gene is what creates a gray or lighter coat.
According to researchers, this gene causes black to turn gray-blue (often referred to as “blue” by breeders) and chocolate brown to turn pale silvery red (in some breeds, this can be called “lilac”; in the French Bulldog, this is commonly referred to as “isabella” – other breeds may have different names for this dilution).
You can learn more about this phenomenon by reading this comprehensive guide.
Gray Cane Corsos are fabulous, and you have to know these seven incredible facts about them to understand them better.
You heard correctly—a Cane Corso’s coat color can change as he gets older. This is a fascinating occurrence that occurs to a lot of canines. Puppies with lighter bases at birth may see the darkening of their coat.
As a puppy’s coat develops over time, experts say that a puppy that looks gray at birth may really have some brindle variety.
Some gray Cane Corsos puppies have blue eyes, and they look super pretty, but sadly, their eye color also changes as they age. Their eyes may become black or brown, or a bit yellowish-reddish.
To know more about Cane Corso’s eye color, read this!
Just like black and chestnut brindle, gray brindle Cane Corsos also exist, however, this color pattern has not been accepted by Kennel clubs.
Gray Brindle Cane Corsos are even more rare than gray Cane Corsos.
Despite their numerous positive traits, gray Cane Corsos have one flaw: their coat is unable to protect them from the sun’s harmful rays.
Their lighter coat means they are more likely to become sunburned. It’s crucial to protect them from the sun; in fact, try not to let them go outside when the temperature is too high.
The AKC only recognized gray Cane Corsos in 2010, despite the breed being around for quite some time.
Cane Corsos are noted for their bravery and defending abilities, whether they are gray, black, or red. According to some experts, they were developed to guard cattle and homes from attackers.
Having a Cane Corsos provides you with an extra layer of security.
They have an incredible bite force of 650 PSI, equal to a Lion’s bite force. Consider how seriously a Cane Corso can injure someone; this is why you should only get a dog this powerful if you have a lot of expertise.
Getting a large and powerful dog like a Cane Corso and controlling it can be challenging for inexperienced owners.
Yes, absolutely, when two black Cane Corsos cross and both of them are carrying the recessive dilution gene, they may produce gray Cane Corso.
The gene that is responsible for gray crosos is recessive, which means, both the parent Corsos must carry at least one copy of this gene in order to produce gray corso.
Overall, it’s a hard phenomenon, so gray Corsos are rare.
Their coat color has no bearing on how long they will live. It’s a common misconception that gray Corsos live shorter lives than other colored Corsos, including black, brow, or red.
A Corso’s longevity is determined by his genetic makeup, environment, diet, and a host of other variables.
Thus, a gray Cane Corso’s lifespan should be expected to be between 9 and 12 years, as this is rather typical for the Mastiff breed.
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