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Italian Daniff (Great Dane x Cane Corso)

These big dogs with a pleasing personality is an ideal pet choice for spacious homes. Because of their high intelligence level and eagerness to learn, training this breed seems extremely easy. Unlike most Great Dane mixes, they do not serve the purpose of an efficient guard dog due to their low barking tendency and docile nature. Since they rarely shed, maintaining them would not be too difficult a task.

Other Names	Dane Corso, Corso Dane
Breed Registry Details	DRA
Nicknames	–
Common Physical Features	Massive, muscular built; large head; well-pronounced muzzle; floppy ears; large feet; curved tail
Coat Type	Smooth, short, glossy (like the Great Dane)
Colours	Black, brown, fawn, blue, Isabella
Life Expectancy	8-10 years
Size	Big
Height	Male and Female: 90-92 cm
Weight	Male and Female: 50-60 kg
Litter Size	5-7 puppies
Personality	Easy-going, laid back, gentle, sweet, friendly, protective
Kids-Friendly	Yes
Animal-Friendly	Yes
Climate Compatibility	Moderate (does well in cold temperatures)
Care Level	Moderate
Exercise Requirements	Moderate: Walking (30-35 minutes a day); Jogging (Not required as it does not like to run)
Grooming Needs	Moderate
Coat Brushing	Frequent (Twice or thrice a week)
Bathing	Occasional (Once a month)
Eyes and Ears Cleaning	Frequent (Once a week)
Brushing of Teeth	Regular (Once a day)
Nail Clipping	Occasional (Once a month)
Feeding
Adults	3-5 cups dry dog food per day
Puppies	½-1 cup puppy food at two months, with the amount increasing till it is two years old
Hypoallergenic	No
Barking Capacity	Moderate (could be a loud barker like the Cane Corso)
Trainability	High
Probable Health Problems	Hip and elbow dysplasia and bloating (like the Great Dane and Cane Corso)
Origin	USA