The Gray Brindle Cane Corso coat color is unique and fascinating. It is an official Cane Corso color recognized by the American Kennel Club.
So, how different is this Cane Corso coat color and how does it come about?
Read on to learn what makes a Gray Brindle Cane Corso, from appearance, temperament, associated health problems, and price.
What Is A Gray Brindle Cane Corso?
A Gray Brindle Cane Corso has a combination of the Gray and Brindle coat color pattern appearing as stripes of gray and soft fawn coloring on the coat. Other distinctive features include a gray nose and amber-colored eyes.
Gray Brindle Cane Corso, male. Canarian/CC BY-SA 4.0 – License
The Genetics Of The Gray Brindle Cane Corso
The coat colors of all dogs are based on two primary pigments, the black pigment, also known as eumelanin, and red pigment also known as pheomelanin.
Different genes inherited by a puppy manipulate these two hair colors to produce the different coat colors and patterns.
Puppies get half of their DNA from their parents. Therefore gene interaction of the inherited genes determines a puppy’s coat color.
The Gray Brindle Cane Corso inherits one copy of the black gene (B gene) from one of its parents, two copies of the dilute gene (d gene) one from each parent, and one copy of the brindle gene (Kbr).
With this combination, the dilute gene reduces the pigment color of the coat by diluting black pigment (eumelanin) to gray and the red color of the brindle to a soft fawn.
Producing a Gray Brindle Cane Corso requires that neither parent passes down the dominant black allele (BB) to ensure that it does not mask the recessive brindle gene (Kbr).
Gray Brindle Cane Corso puppies with only one copy of the brindle gene can only develop the brindle coat if they do not inherit a gene that overrides it from their other parent.
The dilute gene is also recessive and for a puppy to have a dilute color it must inherit two copies of the dilute gene (dd).
Based on these genetic makeup requirements, it seems like an uphill task in producing a Gray Brindle Cane Corso, however, it is possible with today’s veterinary science, through selective breeding.
Breeders can increase the chances of production of these puppies when buyers request therefore the Gray Brindle Cane Corso is not rare.
Gray Brindle Cane Corso Temperament
A Gray Brindle Cane Corso has the same personality as any other Cane Corso dog. Their coat color does not influence their temperament.
The breed is loyal, intelligent, assertive, eager to please and protective. They are also easy to train and respond well to positive reinforcement. With early socialization they are also good family dogs.
In addition to this, a puppy’s personality is also shaped by good breeding, training, socialization, and good nurturing.
Good breeding produces puppies with great personalities and also socialization and training help a puppy to integrate well with people and other animals as well as have desired behaviors.
Gray Brindle Cane Corso Health
Research has shown that a dog’s color has an influence on its health and longevity. This means some coat colors are prone to more health problems than others.
White, merle, piebald and roan coat colors have more health problems.
Dogs with dilute-colored coats are also susceptible to certain health conditions related to their coat color.
Gray Brindle Cane Corso puppies are susceptible to Color Dilution Alopecia (CDA) which is a health condition that is specific to gray and fawn coat colored dogs, that is, dogs with dilute color.
CDA is an inherited health condition that causes hair thinning or loss, itchy skin, and flaky skin.
In addition to this and the Gray Brindle Cane Corso is also prone to common health problems observed in the breed. This includes:
- Hip dysplasia
- Heart disease
- Epilepsy
- Bloat
- Demodectic mange
- Obesity
A Gray Brindle Cane Corso will not necessarily develop all or any of the ailments. They can live healthy lives despite being susceptible to these conditions.
Breeders reduce the risk of occurrence of the conditions. Good care is also essential for raising a healthy dog.
When purchasing a Gray Brindle Cane Corso make sure that you obtain their health history from the breeder.
Also, ensure that their parents do not have CDA to reduce the risk of occurrence of the condition in your puppy.
By knowing the possible health problems, you can know what to expect when you are considering buying a certain Cane Corso coat color and the care they need to live a healthy life.
The Gray Brindle Cane Corso has an average lifespan of 9 to 12 years.
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Gray Brindle Cane Corso Price
The Gray Brindle Cane Corso price is typically in the range of $1500 to $4000 from a reputable breeder, with an average price of $1950.
The puppies are also more expensive because their color comes from recessive genes which means it can be a little difficult but possible to produce the puppies.
Generally, the harder it is to breed a coat color the more expensive it is.
When considering purchasing a Gray Brindle Cane Corso, always buy them from a reputable Cane Corso breeder and also ensure you receive their health records and genetic testing of the parents.
Gray Brindle Cane Corso puppies for sale can be found on the American Kennel Club’s marketplace which is a resource for approved and certified breeders.
Reputable Gray Brindle Cane Corso breeders include:
- Dal Cielo Cane Corso (California)
- LaFaccia Cane Corso (New York)
- Royal Guardian Cane Corso (Texas)
- Corinthian Corsos (Oklahoma)
Gray Brindle Cani Corsi for adoption can be found in local animal shelters or Cane Corso rescue groups.
Shelters and Cane Corso rescue groups have Cani Corsi that need rehoming.
Takeaway: Gray Brindle Cane Corso
The Gray Brindle Cane Corso is loved by Cane Corso owners because of its unique color. The coat color is a lovely combination of gray and brindle coat color pattern.
In addition to their fascinating coat color, the Cane Corso has a pleasant personality and is easy to train. This Cane Corso is no different from other Cane Corso colors.
By being aware of their health and care requirements, you can be able to raise a healthy dog.
Always remember when considering buying a Gray Brindle Cane Corso, ensure you buy your puppy from a responsible breeder to have a healthy pup.