Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Cane Corso Versus Pekingese: Introduction
- Cane Corso versus Pekingese: Overview
- Cane Corso versus Pekingese: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cane Corso and the Pekingese
- The Similarities Between the Cane Corso and the Pekingese
- Size (Weight and Height) of Cane Corso versus Pekingese
- Lifespan of Cane Corso versus Pekingese
- Temperament of the Cane Corso Versus the Pekingese
- Price of Cane Corso versus Price of Pekingese
- Adopting the Cane Corso versus Adopting the Pekingese
- The Popularity of Cane Corso versus Popularity of Pekingese
- Tolerates Being Alone: Cane Corso versus Pekingese
- Do Cane Corsos shed more than Pekingeses?
- Which one drools more, the Cane Corso or the Pekingese
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Cane Corso or the Pekingese?
- Does the Cane Corso Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pekingese?
- Do Cane Corsos Bark and Howl? What about Pekingeses?
- Can Cane Corsos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pekingeses Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Cane Corso vs. Pekingese
- Can Cane Corsos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pekingeses Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cane Corso or the Pekingese?
- Are Cane Corsos good family dogs? What about Pekingeses?
- How Kid-friendly are Cane Corsos and Pekingeses?
- Is the Cane Corso Easier to Train than the Pekingese?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cane Corso
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pekingese
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Cane Corso versus Pekingese. Which One is a Better Pet?
Cane Corso Versus Pekingese: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cane Corso and the Pekingese? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cane Corso and the Pekingese 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 Pekingese.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cane Corso and the Pekingese 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 Pekingese. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cane Corso and the Pekingese.
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 Pekingese.
Cane Corso versus Pekingese: Overview
A very important difference between the Cane Corso and the Pekingese is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cane Corso is a large-sized dog while the Pekingese is a tiny-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 Pekingese belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
Cane Corso versus Pekingese: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Cane Corso to the Pekingese 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.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Cane Corso and the Pekingese
| Factor | Cane Corso | Pekingese |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the | 6 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Kid-Friendly | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| 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 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 90 to 120 pounds | 7 to 14 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $2020 | $1930 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2500 | $1288 – $2500 |
| Temperament Score | 88.1 percent | 93.3 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 37 | 86 |
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 Pekingese. 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 the Cane Corso is 68 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Pekingese is 77 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Pekingese is a better pet than the Cane Corso. So, you should get the Pekingese!
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 Pekingese 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 Pekingese
Below is a list of where the Cane Corso and the Pekingese are most different:
The Similarities Between the Cane Corso and the Pekingese
The Cane Corso and the Pekingese are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cane Corso and the Pekingese are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Cane Corso versus Pekingese
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cane Corso and the Pekingese.
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, Pekingeses weigh 7 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Pekingeses are 6 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Cane Corso versus Pekingese
The lifespan of Cane Corsos is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Cane Corsos is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Pekingeses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Pekingeses is 13.5 years.
Pekingeses live longer than Cane Corsos.
Temperament of the Cane Corso Versus the Pekingese
The Pekingese has a better temperament than the Cane Corso.
This is because the temperament score for the Pekingese is 93.3 percent while the temperament score for the Cane Corso is 88.1 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 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 93.3 percent, the Pekingese has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Cane Corso and the Pekingese by measuring the temperaments of 235 Cane Corsos and 15 Pekingeses.
Price of Cane Corso versus Price of Pekingese
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 Pekingese puppy is $1930. The price of the Pekingese typically ranges from $1288 – $2500. However, the price of the Pekingese can be as low as $700 and as high as $7500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 138 Pekingese puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Cane Corso is more expensive than the Pekingese.
| Cane Corso | Pekingese | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2020 | $1930 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2500 | $1288 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Cane Corso and Pekingese. For different price points, the charts show how many Cane Corso puppies or how many Pekingese 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 Pekingeses
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cane Corso puppy or the Pekingese 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 to buy 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 a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Cane Corso versus Adopting the Pekingese
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Cane Corsos and many Pekingeses are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Cane Corso named Brody that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Cane Corsos like Brody on pefinder.com.
Also, like Cane Corsos, Pekingeses are also available for adoption. For example, Leo is a Male Pekingese that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Pekingeses like Leo that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Apollo is the name of another Cane Corso (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Jack And Pinot is an adorable Male Pekingese on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Cane Corsos and Pekingeses that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of Cane Corso versus Popularity of Pekingese
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 Pekingese over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Cane Corso is more popular with dog owners than the Pekingese. 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 Pekingese is 86 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Cane Corso
Popularity of Pekingese
| Year | Cane Corso Popularity Rank | Pekingese Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 50 | 77 |
| 2014 | 48 | 82 |
| 2015 | 35 | 80 |
| 2016 | 40 | 93 |
| 2017 | 37 | 88 |
| 2018 | 32 | 92 |
| 2019 | 30 | 83 |
| 2020 | 25 | 95 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Cane Corso versus Pekingese
Cane Corsos do not like to be left alone.
Pekingeses can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Cane Corsos shed more than Pekingeses?
Cane Corsos shed moderately.
Pekingeses shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Cane Corso or the Pekingese
Cane Corsos have a very high tendency to drool.
Pekingeses do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Cane Corso or the Pekingese?
Cane Corsos are very easy to groom.
Pekingeses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Cane Corso Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pekingese?
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.
Pekingeses 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.
Do Cane Corsos Bark and Howl? What about Pekingeses?
Cane Corsos bark and howl, but not very much.
Pekingeses are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Cane Corsos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pekingeses Tolerate Cold Weather?
Cane Corsos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Pekingeses can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Cane Corso vs. Pekingese
Cane Corsos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Pekingeses have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Cane Corsos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pekingeses Tolerate Hot Weather?
Cane Corsos can tolerate hot weather.
Pekingeses cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cane Corso or the Pekingese?
Cane Corsos get along fairly well with other dogs.
Pekingeses do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Cane Corsos good family dogs? What about Pekingeses?
Cane Corsos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Pekingeses are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Cane Corsos and Pekingeses?
Cane Corsos do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Pekingeses do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Is the Cane Corso Easier to Train than the Pekingese?
Cane Corsos are very easy to train.
Pekingeses are fairly easy to train.
Is the Cane Corso Better for Apartment Owners than the Pekingese?
Cane Corsos do not adapt well to apartment living.
Pekingeses adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cane Corso or the Pekingese?
Cane Corsos are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Pekingeses are very good for new dog owners.
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 Pekingese
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pekingese 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 Pekingese:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Cane Corso and how the Pekingese compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cane Corso and of the Pekingese to other breeds:
Cane Corso Versus Other Dog Breeds
Cane Corso versus Alaskan Klee Kai Cane Corso versus Black Russian Terrier Cane Corso versus Frenchton Cane Corso versus Akbash Cane Corso versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Cane Corso versus Miniature Schnauzer Cane Corso versus Aussiedoodle Cane Corso versus Kai Ken Cane Corso versus Briard Cane Corso versus Canaan Dog Cane Corso versus Bulldog Cane Corso versus Bracco Italiano Cane Corso versus Dogue de Bordeaux Cane Corso versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cane Corso versus Shih Tzu Cane Corso versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Cane Corso versus Bracco Italiano Cane Corso versus Lagotto Romagnolo Cane Corso versus Bulldog Cane Corso versus Lagotto Romagnolo Cane Corso versus Border Collie Cane Corso versus Lakeland Terrier Cane Corso versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Cane Corso versus Akita Chow
Pekingese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pekingese versus Beaglier Pekingese versus Kishu Ken Pekingese versus Shichon Pekingese versus Giant Schnauzer Pekingese versus Norwegian Lundehund Pekingese versus Border Collie Pekingese versus King Shepherd Pekingese versus Xoloitzcuintli Pekingese versus Afador Pekingese versus Shichon Pekingese versus Labradoodle Pekingese versus Italian Greyhound Pekingese versus Karelian Bear Dog Pekingese versus Tibetan Mastiff Pekingese versus Whippet Pekingese versus Bracco Italiano Pekingese versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Pekingese versus Bernese Mountain Dog Pekingese versus Cockapoo Pekingese versus Alaskan Malamute Pekingese versus Alaskan Klee Kai Pekingese versus Dutch Shepherd Pekingese versus Standard Poodle Pekingese versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Pekingese versus Bluetick Coonhound
Conclusion: Cane Corso versus Pekingese. 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 Pekingese better suits you and your family.