Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Cane Corso Versus Finnish Spitz: Introduction
- Cane Corso versus Finnish Spitz: Overview
- Cane Corso versus Finnish Spitz: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cane Corso and the Finnish Spitz
- The Similarities Between the Cane Corso and the Finnish Spitz
- Size (Weight and Height) of Cane Corso versus Finnish Spitz
- Temperament of the Finnish Spitz Versus the Cane Corso
- Price of Cane Corso versus Price of Finnish Spitz
- The Popularity of Cane Corso versus Popularity of Finnish Spitz
- Tolerates Being Alone: Cane Corso versus Finnish Spitz
- How Kid-friendly are Cane Corsos and Finnish Spitzs?
- Wanderlust Potential: Cane Corso vs. Finnish Spitz
- Can Cane Corsos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Finnish Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cane Corso or the Finnish Spitz?
- Do Cane Corsos shed more than Finnish Spitzs?
- Do Cane Corsos Bark and Howl? What about Finnish Spitzs?
- Can Cane Corsos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Finnish Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Are Cane Corsos good family dogs? What about Finnish Spitzs?
- Which one drools more, the Cane Corso or the Finnish Spitz
- Is the Cane Corso Easier to Train than the Finnish Spitz?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Cane Corso or the Finnish Spitz?
- Does the Cane Corso Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Finnish Spitz?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cane Corso
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Finnish Spitz
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Cane Corso versus Finnish Spitz. Which One is a Better Pet?
Cane Corso Versus Finnish Spitz: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cane Corso and the Finnish Spitz? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cane Corso and the Finnish Spitz better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Cane Corso and the Finnish Spitz.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cane Corso and the Finnish Spitz is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Cane Corso and for the Finnish Spitz. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cane Corso and the Finnish Spitz.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Cane Corso or the Finnish Spitz
Cane Corso versus Finnish Spitz: Overview
A very important difference between the Cane Corso and the Finnish Spitz is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cane Corso is a large-sized dog while the Finnish Spitz is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Cane Corso belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
On the other hand, the Finnish Spitz belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
Cane Corso versus Finnish Spitz: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Cane Corso to the Finnish Spitz based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
| Factor | Cane Corso | Finnish Spitz |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the | 15 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Kid-Friendly | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 90 to 120 pounds | 20 to 35 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $2020 | $900 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2500 | $600 – $1100 |
| Temperament Score | 88.1 percent | 72.7 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 37 | 179 |
*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cane Corso in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Finnish Spitz. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for a Cane Corso is 68 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Finnish Spitz is 77 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Finnish Spitz is a better pet than the Cane Corso. So, you should get the Finnish Spitz!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Cane Corso and the Finnish Spitz so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cane Corso and the Finnish Spitz
Below is a list of where the Cane Corso and the Finnish Spitz are most different:
The Similarities Between the Cane Corso and the Finnish Spitz
The Cane Corso and the Finnish Spitz are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cane Corso and the Finnish Spitz are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Cane Corso versus Finnish Spitz
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cane Corso and the Finnish Spitz.
Cane Corsos weigh 90 to 120 pounds when fully grown. Cane Corsos are 1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the when fully grown.
On the other hand, Finnish Spitzs weigh 20 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Finnish Spitzs are 15 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Temperament of the Finnish Spitz Versus the Cane Corso
The Cane Corso has a better temperament than the Finnish Spitz.
This is because the temperament score for the Cane Corso is 88.1 percent while the temperament score for the Finnish Spitz is 72.7 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and they are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 88.1 percent, the Cane Corso has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 72.7 percent, the Finnish Spitz has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Cane Corso and the Finnish Spitz by measuring the temperaments of 235 Cane Corsos and 11 Finnish Spitzs.
Price of Cane Corso versus Price of Finnish Spitz
The average price of the Cane Corso puppy is $2020. The price of the Cane Corso typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of a Cane Corso can be as low as $200 and as high as $7000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 751 Cane Corso puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Finnish Spitz puppy is $900. The price of the Finnish Spitz typically ranges from $600 – $1100. However, the price of a Finnish Spitz can be as low as $500 and as high as $1500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 3 Finnish Spitz puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Cane Corso is more expensive than the Finnish Spitz.
| Cane Corso | Finnish Spitz | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2020 | $900 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2500 | $600 to $1100 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Cane Corso and Finnish Spitz. For different price points, the charts show how many Cane Corso puppies or how many Finnish Spitz puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Cane Corsos. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Finnish Spitzs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cane Corso puppy or the Finnish Spitz puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
The Popularity of Cane Corso versus Popularity of Finnish Spitz
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Cane Corso and the Finnish Spitz over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Cane Corso is more popular with dog owners than the Finnish Spitz. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Cane Corso is 37 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Finnish Spitz is 179 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Cane Corso
Popularity of Finnish Spitz
| Year | Cane Corso Popularity Rank | Finnish Spitz Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 50 | 170 |
| 2014 | 48 | 174 |
| 2015 | 35 | 178 |
| 2016 | 40 | 179 |
| 2017 | 37 | 177 |
| 2018 | 32 | 184 |
| 2019 | 30 | 183 |
| 2020 | 25 | 187 |
Is the Cane Corso Better for Apartment Owners than the Finnish Spitz?
Cane Corsos do not adapt well to apartment living.
Finnish Spitzs adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cane Corso or the Finnish Spitz?
Cane Corsos are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Finnish Spitzs are OK for new dog owners.
Tolerates Being Alone: Cane Corso versus Finnish Spitz
Cane Corsos do not like to be left alone.
Finnish Spitzs do not like to be left alone.
How Kid-friendly are Cane Corsos and Finnish Spitzs?
Cane Corsos do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Finnish Spitzs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Wanderlust Potential: Cane Corso vs. Finnish Spitz
Cane Corsos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Finnish Spitzs have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Cane Corsos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Finnish Spitzs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Cane Corsos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Finnish Spitzs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cane Corso or the Finnish Spitz?
Cane Corsos get along fairly well with other dogs.
Finnish Spitzs get along very well with other dogs.
Do Cane Corsos shed more than Finnish Spitzs?
Cane Corsos shed moderately.
Finnish Spitzs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Do Cane Corsos Bark and Howl? What about Finnish Spitzs?
Cane Corsos bark and howl, but not very much.
Finnish Spitzs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Cane Corsos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Finnish Spitzs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Cane Corsos can tolerate hot weather.
Finnish Spitzs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Are Cane Corsos good family dogs? What about Finnish Spitzs?
Cane Corsos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Finnish Spitzs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Which one drools more, the Cane Corso or the Finnish Spitz
Cane Corsos have a very high tendency to drool.
Finnish Spitzs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Is the Cane Corso Easier to Train than the Finnish Spitz?
Cane Corsos are very easy to train.
Finnish Spitzs are fairly easy to train.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Cane Corso or the Finnish Spitz?
Cane Corsos are very easy to groom.
Finnish Spitzs require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Cane Corso Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Finnish Spitz?
Cane Corsos have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Finnish Spitzs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cane Corso
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cane Corso that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Cane Corso:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Finnish Spitz
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Finnish Spitz that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Finnish Spitz:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Cane Corso and how the Finnish Spitz compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cane Corso and of the Finnish Spitz to other breeds:
Cane Corso Versus Other Dog Breeds
Cane Corso versus Valley Bulldog Cane Corso versus Lhasa Apso Cane Corso versus Dogo Argentino Cane Corso versus Catahoula Bulldog Cane Corso versus Boston Terrier Cane Corso versus Shih Tzu Cane Corso versus Pomsky Cane Corso versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Cane Corso versus Bluetick Coonhound Cane Corso versus Irish Wolfhound
Finnish Spitz Versus Other Dog Breeds
Finnish Spitz versus Gordon Setter Finnish Spitz versus Chinese Shar-Pei Finnish Spitz versus Dachshund Finnish Spitz versus Brittany Finnish Spitz versus Basset Hound Finnish Spitz versus Norwegian Lundehund Finnish Spitz versus Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz versus German Shorthaired Pointer Finnish Spitz versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Finnish Spitz versus Labradoodle
Conclusion: Cane Corso versus Finnish Spitz. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Cane Corso and the Finnish Spitz better suits you and your family.