09/25/2025
Cane Corso Puppy Application
Breed Pronunciation: Cane Corso (KAH-nay COR-so)
Living Situation & Family
• Do you live in a house, apartment, or on a farm?
• Where are you located?
• Any other adults in the home? Are there any kids?
Current Pets & Housing
• Do you currently have any dogs or cats? Please list age, breed, and gender.
• Do you have a fenced-in backyard of appropriate size for a giant breed?
Puppy Preferences & Experience
• Gender preference? Do you need help choosing the right fit for your home dynamics?
• Have you owned a Cane Corso or other giant/guardian breed before?
• Have you researched Cane Corsos and their unique traits?
Intended Use & Delivery
• Are you in search of a family companion, home & family protection, a show dog, or AKC sports? (Please list any
sports or working jobs you’d like to pursue.)
• Are you requesting breeding rights? (Full rights are required for breeding and the conformation ring.)
• Are you in need of flight arrangements for puppy delivery, ground transportation, or will you pick up your puppy from
our home?
Lifestyle & Commitment
• How many hours a day will the puppy be left alone?
• Who will be primarily responsible for training, feeding, and exercising the puppy?
• What is your typical daily schedule, and how will a puppy fit into that routine?
• Do you have a plan for when you go on vacation or travel?
Training & Socialization
• Are you willing to attend obedience classes with your puppy?
• Do you plan to crate-train your puppy?
• Do you have a professional trainer or training plan in mind?
• Are you open to following our breeder recommendations for training and socialization?
Health & Care
• Are you prepared for the cost of routine veterinary care, vaccinations, and emergency medical expenses?
• Are you willing to keep your puppy on heartworm, flea, and tick prevention?
• Do you understand the dietary needs of a giant breed and are you prepared to feed high-quality food?
• Are you prepared to create a savings fund for your dog or to budget and provide pet insurance?
Breed-Specific Considerations
• Are you familiar with the Cane Corso’s exercise needs, protective instincts, and guarding tendencies?
• What traits of the Cane Corso attracted you to the breed?
• Are you aware of breed restrictions in your area (HOA, landlord, or homeowner’s insurance)?
Long-Term Responsibility
• Do you understand and accept that Cane Corsos typically live 10–12 years and require lifelong care, training, and
commitment?
Breeder-Specific Questions
• How did you hear about our kennel?
• Have you read our purchase policies and contract terms?
• Are you open to staying in touch and providing updates/photos as your puppy grows?
