One cost I did not go over was the cost of destruction of your home and belongings. An untrained dog left without knowing his place in the pack can have destructive tendencies. I highly recommend checking out these training programs www.fenrirdogtraining.com/?affcode=381736_08bmp5qc
Hey Jason is Bruce desexed ? I use to go to doggy day care but in Australia 🇦🇺 they have to be desexed before there 6months. Do you recommend if I bought a Cane Corso that I desex them ?My girl is a show dog so I can’t 🤯
Thanks for the content. Be concise next time(you can edit to do so), add video benchmarks where you address each cost, and add a summary of total cost.
I came across this gentleman's YT profile from doing research as my prep to own a cat. I'm planning to get a British Shorthair however a lot of animal psychology can be cross referenced. I follow Rachel at Senza Tempo Cane Corso and am subscribed to her and this helpful and informative gentleman came up in the recommendations. It's all relevant and all good. Something to be learned even when the talk is about a different species. I appreciate all the knowledge they have to share. I'm glad that I have learned so much about this breed of dog. I can't own one but when I see them I appreciate and respect the owners for good ownership and if I could own a dog this would be my preferred breed.
I don’t have my cane corso puppy yet but so far this is a breakdown of what I’ve spent thus far: Puppy: $2500 Puppy Supplies: $250-$300 Insurance (Nationwide): $65 Per month Obedience training: $420 Food is tbd - we will be putting her on the BARF diet, we’ve already located a farmers market to purchase the meat from. Luckily my house already had a 6ft high fence all around, I also have approximately an acre of land. Overall, not too bad. But prospect owners need to be prepared to handle the monthly costs associated with dog ownership. I’m very excited to get my puppy btw ☺️
Michael it isn’t the easiest thing to train a dog especially big dogs like cane corso’s anyone would rather be safe then sorry especially when it comes to untrained dogs attacking urs so it doesn’t make them lazy at all
@@absolutelyfookinnobody2843 No, I purchased the Fenrir Training Program which is $200 and that's all home training, we've worked with her since day one and she was the best puppy when starting her in-person training ($220). In my contract, it's mandatory to have her complete in-person training by 5months. I'm doing my due diligence to make sure I train her appropriately because I understand that she will be a large powerful dog.
@@vists hahaa. Im a software engineer. One can't simply hack a well secured wpa wifi account these days. Not unless you live next to a free wifi hotspot.
I’m glad Jason did this video. Taking care of a giant breed dog the right way is very expensive. I now have a Cane Corso but my prior dog was an English Mastiff (230lbs). The costs escalate substantially when they get older. My mastiff was $6,000+ for vet, food and medicine alone his last three years. That’s if nothing goes wrong. Four days in the hospital with pneumonia was $6,000. Two days with bloat was $4,000. Vet bills are 4-5X higher by comparison to a 40-60lb dog. You must have a car big enough to accommodate your dog. An giant breed is not going to fit in a Camry. If you have the means, Mastiff breeds are definitely worth it. They are the most loyal, best friends you will ever have. My English Mastiff lived 9 years - about 2 years longer than the average life expectancy for the breed. But please, if you can’t or won’t spend the money to give these dogs the life other dogs can have for 25% of the cost, it’s best to choose another breed.
S Lopez well you have a fence already. Then deduct 18k and most people don’t get pet insurance. So deduct 1,320. Some people just do more for their dogs than others.
Please don't be discouraged. The Cane Corso is the best investment I have ever made. I had a lot of cost in fencing. I don't have pet insurance but have a credit card just for emergency. I know many that feed good quality kibble and their dogs do great. Feeling raw was my choice. Please keep your dreams and add one of these amazing dogs to your life.
Its like when you buy a house for the first time........there are all these hidden costs you don't think of and before you know it your like uh oh.......I have no money left.
I have meet quite a few people who buy these dogs and are surprised I know all about them and it never fails they will call me and ask me if they want their dog cause they can't take care of them. It's a huge commitment your going to spend $ and time and like having a little kid you just can take off for the weekend without them
I had 2 Great Danes , that ( heads) look similar to Bruce Wayne, and the food costs and vet bills were the highest costs for them. They lived a long happy life ( yes both slept on my bed with me) and passed away within 3 months of each other. It’s been years and I’m still not the same. You are a responsible pet owners and it gives me joy to watch your channel. 🌺 Aloha from Hawai’i
Ruby Tuesday is our cane corso rescue dog. She didn't get the daily exercise, got busy digging under the previous owner's fences and one day thy came home to find blood all over the gates as she had jumped the gate, gotten her tail trapped in it, and chewed her tail off to get free. I live near the sea in NZ, took her in and she is in heaven. She learned to be so sweet to me and our other digs and cats, and is the kissingest dog I ever had. She is loving and gentle tho' I know she'd be hell if someone tried to hurt me. Thanks for the video. Well done Bruce Wayne's Dad. *)
Bruce is gorgeous! I also feed a raw diet. I am so happy about this video. It is very important for people to know the cost. My Corso's were 2,500.00 a piece. I spend more on my Corso's a month than I do on myself. My children are grown my dogs are family. I also take my dog's to daycare for socializing. They love to go. I live on 40 acres in the Idaho rocky mountains but had to put up a fence for my dogs safety. Porcupines, Skunks and other wildlife are dangerous. I learned the hard way when my Nero took off after a Moose. The Cane Corso is the best breed of dog I have ever owned. Thank you for all you do. I subscribed to your channel. I am excited to watch all of your videos.
There’s people in the comments saying that these costs seem wayyy too high but my grandparents have shown and bred national champion Rottweilers for 35+ years and these all seem pretty accurate. Dogs are an investment but very worth it when done correctly. Bruce looks gorgeous and we can tell that you really love and care for him 😊
@@jamievidd775and who are you to tell someone they should rescue a dog instead of buying one? Its not his fault that there are so many dogs that need rescuing.
Most of the costs are optional tho not all people need a fence for $15,000 like there’s different backyards plus you don’t need a day care you don’t need crates you don’t need most of the things he’s doing and still can have a well trained dog
@@jamievidd775 i see where you are coming from but what if that rescue dog decides to almost kill you because you've done something that it's previous owner done that the dog feels is a threat to himself sooooo I'd bet on the pure bred which is my opinion and that's fine.
I've owned dogs my whole life, right now, I'm not in a position financially to own one....which hurts my heart! My solution, I volunteer at 2 different shelters 4 days a weeks. I recently got divorced, I live a 1 bdr apartment and although I can pay the bills I can't add the bills of a pet...... And that my friends is called being responsible! Thanks for the GREAT video!
I like that you covered the monitory costs of owning a Cane Corso. But, could you cover the time cost/commitment in owning this breed? The training, exercise, socialization, etc consumes a good portion of an owner’s time. I think this is where average owners come up short and why many dogs end up in shelters and rescues.
I appreciate this video even though I 🤮 at the thought of all that money lol.When my husband put it on I instantly told him I didn’t want to watch it because I’m the person that doesn’t think or even wanna discuss the cost.He’s the opposite BUT I’m happy to say that even after hearing what you guys spent it didn’t deter the fact that we do want a Corso❤️Lucky enough our home is already fenced in so that saves a lot. Currently we are planning on adding one of these guys to our home but most likely aiming for maybe winter time when his job slows down and he’s home more just so he can be more involved.It gives us time to prepare and just really get us ready. Unfortunately many many years ago when I first was out on my own and “adulting” I had the idea that I wanted a Saint Bernard and without even giving it a second thought I got one.He grew up without any kind of training.He did understand the common commands but that just wasnt enough.I babied him and he definitely walked all over me.He listened but it was only when he felt like it :/ It was 💯 my fault.Eventually he became aggressive even towards me.I would be laying on the couch and he’d come up and get in my face and bark and it was the kind of bark that was intimidating.Things just got worse from that point and he did end up biting someone in the face.Thankfully it wasn’t a bad bite and didn’t require more than a washing and bandaid.By this time I knew I messed up and should have taught him.It was to the point even I was afraid of him and you can’t be afraid if you want to have a happy healthy obedient dog.I knew I didn’t want to put him down,I knew it was my fault that he was the way he was and I reached out to a few people and I finally came across this woman who also had Saints.She didn’t even give it a second thought and offered to take him and I knew it was for his best interest and even though it was sad and it made me sad AF I did it for him so he could have a great life.I did not want something else to happen that would end up with him having to be put down.I was legit the definition of a poor pet owner.I was young and dumb and didn’t think about all what a animal needs to thrive.Now here I am older and wiser kicking myself in the ass because it could have been so different if I had just taken the time.Love your videos and I absolutely adore Bruce❤️It’s heart warming to see the way he is with you and your wifey.
We all learn from our own mistakes.. Hope your St Bernard had some fun with the other dogs the new owner got and lived happily.. All the best for your new pet.
This was sobering. I was strongly considering getting a cane corso, but honestly dont think i could give it everything it needs. And its a huge liability and lifestyle change. Thank you
I just recently came across your channel . Bruce is magnificent. I know for me I would not get such a large breed dog because he doesn't fit into my lifestyle . I am so very impressed with how well he is cared for and how much thought you and your wife have put into giving him a wonderful life and keeping him healthy. It is great that you are educating people about the breed. I live on a rescue farm and we have taken in so many animals, large and small over the years . It is sad that the animals pay such a high price for human ignorance, getting an animal of any kind is a true commitment....they aren't handbags...they should not be purchased as fad dictates. I have subscribed and enjoyed your videos, keep up the good work.
Things to keep in mind: Any dog med-large sized or bigger. You find out it needs a hip operation for a genetic defect, or it blows out a knee (CCL,) often exacerbated by weight $3000-$4000 per hip or knee, AND there's no guarantee it will be OK afterward. Overnight emergency stomach issue (just monitoring no surgery, was just like E-coli) for one of my dogs was $1000 over 10 years ago.
Wow, I can't believe the prices on this breed now. But then again, almost 20 years ago, my girl was $1,500. Worth every penny though. By far the best breed I've had!!
I am so happy to see these videos and a community that loves their Cane Corsos. I love my pup so much, so well behaved, such a gentle temperament, and yes I spend quite a bit feeding her but she gets great food and love and she is growing so big and so strong
They have Cane Corso rescues. I looked it up. You might not get the purest breed but it is a much more affordable option if you want one of these beautiful breeds and you will be saving a dog that’s gonna love you forever ❤️
I own a dog daycare and I have my girl who has been in daycare 3 days a week since she was a baby and she is the sweetest angel with everyone! These dogs need socialization!! I totally agree with the trainer, we had a private trainer at our home! Blue is on a raw blend diet! Also , I do nationwide pet insurance!!!! 90% reimbursed..... 100% necessary for this breed!!
Everything you said about cost is right on. I got a puppy that in time I knew I needed a van so I could put a large create in it. So, I bought a $18, 000. Used Chrysler town & country van so I could put 2 large creates in it for the second Borzoi. " Beware of the hobby that eats"---Benjemin Franklin.
Brother, I had a friend that had one growing up. Now with hat said I have had my blue nose pit for about 12 years. He's coming to the point we regret, but with medical issues I was advised to put him to sleep. I had began looking into another blue nose potty, but the Cane Corso has always been on my list that or the dogo, you have led me to make the choice into the Cane Corso. We have contacted a local trainer that is willing to train, as he does the local police dog training. But I wanna say thank you because of your videos, it convinced my fiance that this is the best choice for us. She had been worried because she was told by coworkers and family they are a very aggressive breed and shouldn't be allowed around our children. You truly are great with this breed thanks again.
Hi Jason, I just watched your video based on your Cane Corso yearly expenses. I can tell that you did your dog research before you purchased John Wayne. Thank you for doing that. I can't tell you how many humans I have run across who don't do this exercise BEFORE they get a dog. Like you, I treat my dog as a family member. Lastly, thank you for being honest & sharing your Cane Corso expenses. I think if you are going to take the step to purchase any dog, then do it the right way...go all in. Although I can't have a Cane Corso in this time of my life. I am very happy with my furbaby that I have now. We both look forward to watching you & John Wayne's adventures. Smiles.
in Poland cane corso cost between 2500-4000zł (550-900 dollars) (this is a normal price for a dog in Poland) so when you said 2900$ i was shocked by how much it is, it's a ton of money in my country
Speaking truth bro. I hate seeing dogs on chains or looking like crap in a dirt back yard. My boy is the only one where I live in Southeast Alaska. Most my answers to people is don't get one. Just getting my boy home was 8G. It only goes up from there. Pretty much shuts down the conversation.
I concur with the initial costs here as they fall in line with what I had to spend when I brought my Alaskan Malamute into the family over 20 years ago. We currently have four lovable mutts, but I'm thinking a Cane Corso may be the next pure breed we bring into the family. Be blessed.
Years ago I almost got a Malamute. I was deciding between that and an Akita. I ended up getting an Akita who was a great dog. You would love a Corso in your life.
I heard about you through wills RU-vid channel and thank both of you guys & Kara for giving such great insight/information the community greatly appreciates it! Thank you!
My sons 4 his daycare @ 230 a week(private school based a low end day car is around 125 a week), 3 months ago he started a peewee folk wresling program 400 @ month 4 hours my sister in-law does school tutor work with him @ 80$ We normally allocate 2k a month on our son. If a parents only spending 400 bucks a month on a kid you dont need a child
@@hoondaily270 most people cant afford private schools, daycare, wrestling tutors, and afterschool tutors, so they go to public schooling, family or friend takes care of them if parents are work before they get out of school, if they wish to join a club they can through public school sports/clubs, if they want an afterschool tutor for free they go to public libraries for books ,watch lessons on youtube or search up info on the internet
lol a single kid costs upwards of 1 million by the time they are ready for college. That's not including college tuition. Cane Corso's are cheap by comparison.
What a magnificent, beautiful dog! I've started poking around and contemplating finding a buddy for my 6yo Olde English Sheepdog who isn't small/medium by any stretch and is incredibly athletic and showing no signs of slowing down. I agree with you on everything you said, and hope anyone considering a Cane' Corso will take all of that to heart if they decide on this breed. One thing so many, including other dog owners, don't take into consideration is the diet they need. And it is expensive, a small fortune, actually. Mine eats better than me often, lol. Thanks for sharing, Bruce Wayne (lol).... you rock buddy!!
Good and candid analysis. I spend much less on feeding with kibble, though (roughly $60 a month, including cheese treats). The training cost is spot on, but maybe add puppy training. In my case, I purchased a truck to carry my dog in the back and a $650 cover to protect him from the weather while in the back.
We have a nine year old Dogo Agentino and you're right, if you are concerned about your dog's quality of life, because that's what it's really about (you're not going to extend a large breeds life too far pass the 12 - 15 year life span) you need to be ready to spend some money. We did the training, the doggy day care a couple times a week, we have insurance, we do a grain free kibbles diet and a lot of exercise. There are ways around going overboard, but you don't want to shortchange your four legged family member.
@@erikadiez1182 he over priced it all,,food,, yes raw diet best but i go butchers and he keeps left over meat and marrow for me at no cost,,i just get my human meat there and pay for that,,his scraps are going bin etc so win win. Even get chickens he cant sell as hit bb date etc,,my rottie often gets 2 chickens a day which cost me zero,,its doable folks.
Loved your Video....agree with all you said. I own a Cane Corso have a big fenced in yard and trained him myself. Had a Rottweiler before him and both the breeds are amazing. Your dog is beautiful
Thank you so much for your videos.I have chosen this breed for many reasons,but I am educating myself as much as possible prior to getting my pup. Your wife and you have really helped me to make an educated decision. TY so much from NY!
I have 2 of these big beautiful boys. They are worth the expense. I am blessed to be able to afford them. They showed up in our yard, we live in the boonies. The owners could no longer handle them. The 5 yr old needed rehabilitation and the 1 yr old was just a happy camper. Luckily we have 80 acres and several ponds and now that we have had them for a yr now it is like they have always been ours. They are cuddle bugs. For what they have been through before us they have made great progress. They love people, kids, and cats. We are working on other dogs. The cost is nothing compared to the love ♥️
Spot on! Financial need of this breed, or any dog for that matter, is rarely discussed/considered in depth. You nailed most costs we've encountered with our two corsos...large breed dog "stuff" is not cheap...lest not forget the costs of injury or damage. A cherry eye repair could run you $1k an eye each time...or a torn knee ligament i.e. TPLO may get you for a couple thousand...figure in complications, therapy, etc and you're higher up there. Maybe you don't invest in that training or put the time in your self and your 100 lb+ dog destroys your entire couch/bed...all great things to consider. My wife and I talk about his often, and until watching this I never included the fence! Great looking buddy by the way.
Thanks so much for all of the info and help!! I have been watching your videos for a while, but I first saw you on Will's channel. If you don't mind sharing, where did you get Bruce Wayne?
I had a bullmastiff/ mastiff mix. He unfortunately died after 7 years. My hubby wants a Cane Corso ! But these big breeds do cost a lot of money to buy and maintain. The vet bills were no joke!
I live in San Diego. I have a really good relationship with my vet in Tijuana. I’ve been taking all of my pets there for years. Been taking my CC there since he was 10 wks. A LOT cheaper than US. Vets have US education and all of the same meds and products as the US but at 1/3 of the cost!
Patrick Gengarelli... Do you mind sharing the name of your very in TJ? I also live in SD and cross the border frequently. I've been looking for recommendations for vets there.
Thanks for exposing the true Italian pronunciation. I’ve met many Cane Corso owners who pronounce it “Cain” Corso. It’s awkward when you tell an owner they don’t even know how to pronounce the dogs breed name. They usually shouldn’t own one and where typically bought from a backyard breeder for 600$...
Jason Corey oh my gosh that embarrassing! They’re an Italian breed it should be pronounced correctly! My in-laws own a Cane Corso mix and call it a “Cain Corso” and correct me when I say it right 😂
I'm an educator, with one son. There's no way I could afford a dog like that. I live in Southern California and everything is already overpriced. I'm not sure what you do at home but it must pay really well!
My sister just drove accross the county to be with us here in Ohio, and one of the first things she said was everytime she stopped in a new state everything got cheaper.
This is the best video…as this is reality for owning a large breed and having a happy dog Your dog is not just a good dog, he is a happy dog I have a large breed and no joke, she eats 6lbs of cooked meat a day It’s so much commitment and money but I always hear the compliments but the reality is hefty You RAISE a good dog, they don’t come like that for certain I still take my girl everywhere and they need to be with their ppl to be happy and well adjusted dogs Doggie day care once or twice a week when their young is mighty important for doggie manners they learn My girl is family, she is not a dog Everyone in my household reflects this fact as I don’t play around with my girls wellness At Thanksgiving, my girl had her plate and was with the family…someone else brought their dog and it was left outside and suggested I do the same…….hell no, she is by my side getting the family treatment and not the dog treatment Great video!!!
I really like your videos, great job!!! You forgot to tell, if anyone has a Cane Corso, the love what give you this breed, worth anything in the world, so who cares how much we spend...Lol Anyway, I have same black Cane Corso, his name Maximus, 14 months old and 130lbs, and I LOVE to see how same the two dog, the eyes, the "smile", how ask with his eyes, the color, the movements, how sweet when see you, and every little details really similar!!! Good luck for your Dog!! I love this breed... :-)
I know this is an older video , however I have just found this channel , for the last 13 amazing beautiful years I have had a Dogo Argentino , I lost him in September this year , to say I am lost and broken hearted would be an understatement , this video made me smile because I had the same questions when people saw him , he was a massive Dogo , he was quite over sized for the breed , however I put that down to the raw diet he was one since the day I got him ( he was 4.5 months when I got him as I had to wait to be able to ship him to Indonesia ) from the very start he was on a raw diet , and everyone always asked me how much does a dog like that cost , I always rolled my eyes the cost of buying him was the easy part , the taking care of him was a different story , he was a 87 kg monster (192 lbs ) not normal for this breed at all. Theses large breeds do cost a lot of money to maintain and this is something that people really should know about before getting one of theses amazing mastiff breeds . Much love to Bruce I hope to one day have a boy as handsome and amazing as you
Dude it’s so awesome how much you actually care about your dogs health. When I had my pitbull and was going through cancer treatment I spent 5k in total. But I know so many people who would have just put their dog down instead. People are so irresponsible with animals.
Crate training is a must. Less stress later if boarding or traveling. Safe place to go if needs security. Insurance premiums often go up annually. I pay nearly $200 per month for two. Accidental and injury coverage saved me $8,500 on one from a freak slip on a stair. You never want to question if you must put down because you can't afford to care for their needs. Tallying up annual costs $9k plus premiums. Boarding is $700 a week which we don't do when we are on holiday. Gear our vacation around where dog's can go just like when kids were little.
Been watching your videos, Bruce is an amazing looking pup. Thanks for posting this video. I’m definitely not ready for a dog like Bruce, I just don’t have the means to do so..well I mean at least right now. Your videos are detailed and informative, thanks for posting and I’m glad you started this channel :)
Jason, very informative video, people can take on board the cost factors ,and ones time associated with ownership of a large dog. Like the adorable Bruce Wayne 👍👍
I'm glad u went over everything about owning bruce wayne. When owning a unique and rare pet, it's a must that we understand all that comes with it and not just the fuzzy loving side of it. Great job guys, keep it up👍👍
He is looking up and blinking because you are talking. Looks like he loves you and is concerned you might be raising your voice to a someone. Gorgeous dog.
I live in a apartment with a 8 month old Cane Corso, but I exercise her 2-4 times a day with it being just playing find her toy, fetch outside, kids riding bikes and us following I always try to make sure our pup has something to do so she doesn't get board and destructive
Me and my mom are getting a cane corso so this is good to know and im glad that u dont have to pay 19k all together and its seperet but thx for this info :)
I spent close to 2g a month ( 10th-12th / 1g - 1.5g 1st-9th ) for private school tuition for each of my sons. As in the video you can spend less money and time on your animals or kids but in the end, you most often get what you pay for.
Love Bruce!! My Cane Corso is 6 months old and I rather not add the costs!! 😂😂 It’s my second one. My first I had when I was younger and less experienced. This time it’s costing me more money .. not to mention the time and attention!! I love my Cane Corso and he’s still in training. He’s a VERY good 6 month old puppy but I’ve put so much time, effort, money, training and love to get him where he is. I read so much about the breed and keep learning every day! He’s the best but definitely not for everyone!! ❤️
