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25
OCT
2025
Annual Gala confirmed!
ICCGB are proud to announce the date for our annual charity fundraising gala. Join us on Saturday 25th October 2025 to celebrate our wonderful charity in style. Sponsored by Reach Conference Centre, Derby for an evening of glitz and glamour. This is a ticketed event which includes a red carpet welcome, drinks on arrival and a hot 2 course sit down mean. In addition, we will be hosting a spectacular auction.
Network with like minded people and meet members of the community, local business owners and entrepreneurs to help us with our mission to preserve, protect and promote this wonderful breed.
SPRING SHOW 2025
Saturday 10th May
Inizio Raduno - translated to mean the beginning of the gathering, is our aptly named 1st Show for 2025.
This year our spring show promises to bring you entertainment, education, fun and the opportunity for you and your dogs to take part in our confirmation and obedience ring. We are extremely proud to announce that we have partnered with Lorockmor working dogs, to bring you an incredible venue based in Wolverhampton and located in the centre of the UK.
You will not only be able to showcase your beautiful Corso but you will also have the opportunity to witness an incredible demonstration by our partnered sporting professionals, courtesy of Lorockmor.
In addition to this, we will have many vendors onsite, to provide you with an array of food, drink and accessories that you can purchase at your convenience.
Finally, those of you who sign up to take part in any of the classes, will be automatically entered into a draw where you have the chance of winning an incredible prize. Courtesy of our sponsor, The Raw Superstore, Burton on Trent.
To download a registration form, please click here. Once complete, please email it back to info@iccgb.co.uk
In The Press
As some of you may have seen, Cane Corso’s have been in the news recently and are being branded as ‘the next XL bully’. As you can imagine, we are upset to hear the opinions of our fabulous breed being based on mis-information and incorrect stereotypes. This emphasises the need for ICCGB, and we welcome any media outlet to contact us for up-to-date expert information from our team, as the only breed charity in the UK.
Christmas for Cane Corso's
Festive Hazards to Avoid and Festive Treats to Indulge on
Festive Hazards to Avoid
While the holidays bring plenty of fun, they also come with potential dangers for dogs. Here are a few things to keep your Cane Corso away from:
Rawhide Stockings & Chews
- While they seem festive, rawhide can be a choking hazard and cause digestive blockages. Consider safer alternatives like natural chews or nylon bones.
Chocolate & Sweets
- Chocolate is toxic to dogs, and candies containing xylitol (a sugar substitute) are extremely dangerous. Keep these well out of reach!
Holiday Decorations
- Tinsel and Ribbons can be tempting to chew but may cause intestinal blockages if swallowed.
- Glass Ornaments can break and cause injuries. Opt for shatter-proof decorations on the lower branches.
Festive Plants
- Poinsettias, mistletoe, and holly are toxic to dogs. Ensure these are kept out of reach or choose artificial alternatives.
Safe Festive Treats for Your Cane Corso
Want to spoil your dog with some festive cheer? Here are some healthy and safe treats your Cane Corso will love:
- Carrot Sticks – Crunchy, low-calorie, and great for dental health.
- Apple Slices (without seeds) – A sweet, healthy snack that’s full of fiber.
- Pumpkin Puree – High in fiber and good for digestion. (Make sure it’s plain pumpkin, not pie filling!)
- Cooked Sweet Potato – A nutrient-rich treat, but avoid adding butter or seasonings.
- Frozen Yogurt Bites – Plain, unsweetened yogurt frozen in small cubes.
🎅 Festive Dog Treat Recipe: Peanut Butter & Pumpkin Holiday Cookies 🐾
Treat your Cane Corso to these simple, dog-friendly holiday cookies!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
- ½ cup peanut butter (xylitol-free)
- 2 cups whole wheat flour (or oat flour for a grain-free option)
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Mix pumpkin puree and peanut butter in a large bowl until smooth.
- Gradually add the flour and cinnamon (if using), mixing until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thick.
- Cut into festive shapes with cookie cutters (trees, bones, or stars).
- Place the cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until firm and golden brown.
- Cool completely before serving to your dog.
Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for longer-lasting treats.
The holiday season is a time of joy, family, and indulgence — and of course, we want to include our beloved Cane Corso's in the festivities! But with all the decorations, food, and holiday cheer, there are some important things to be aware of to keep your furry friend safe and happy. Here’s a guide to festive hazards to avoid, safe treats to give, and a simple, dog-friendly holiday treat recipe.
Cropping and Docking
What is this practice, do we allow it and can you show cropped and docked dogs within the ICCGB?
Cropping and Docking is a traditional practice done to working dogs around the world. As puppies, the tail is removed between 3-5 days old leaving some tail behind, and around 2-3 months the ears are cut and posted to stand upright rather than allowed to be floppy.
This practice is illegal in the UK, save for some exceptions in docking working dogs such as spaniels. However, you can still import from countries where dogs are cropped and docked routinely. To show these dogs with the ICCGB we need to see a valid passport confirming import and country of origin to allow these dogs in to show rings.
DSRA Update 2024
The fantastic news is that DSRA is staying at a reasonably steady rate. These statistics were compiled from testing a sample of over 2000 dogs. These statistics do not include dogs tested via Embark or other laboratories that are testing for this condition.
Currently, all organisations involved with the Cane Corso allow "carrier" breedings. This means that if the dog is part of the (N/DSRA) group, they can still be used in a programme as the condition is autosomal recessive, meaning it is not expressed when only one parent "carries" the mutation.
With thanks to Anne Van Staaveren of the DSRA facebook group, here are the latest DSRA statistics available from Laboklin.
Dental, Retinal, and Skeletal Abnormality (DSRA) is a rare, hereditary condition primarily seen in Cane Corsos. This genetic disorder affects multiple systems, leading to abnormalities in the dog’s teeth, eyes, and skeletal structure. Early diagnosis is crucial to managing the condition and preventing its spread through responsible breeding practices. You can visit our Health Page to find out more.
With any programme, there should be a reason to breed from the animal in question, regardless of carrier status. However, when DSRA is considered, two carrier dogs should never be bred together because this can cause the recessive mutation to be expressed, and produce affected puppies. It is always preferable to pair two clear dogs, but a carrier may be used in a responsible programme.
The only way to know if your dog is a carrier is to test! This can be done via laboklin inexpensively, or via Embark for a more comprehensive genetic test panel. These results should always be submitted to the club so that we can compile our own statistics for the future health of the breed.
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