About the Breeder

My journey with the Cane Corso began in 2013, with one extraordinary dog who changed my life.

At that time, I was going through one of the most difficult emotional periods of my life. I was looking for a companion, a friend, and a reason to move forward. What I found in my first Cane Corso was so much more. He became my partner, my teacher, and the dog who opened my heart to this remarkable breed.

Living with him taught me that the Cane Corso is far more than a powerful guardian. This is an intelligent, thoughtful breed with an incredible ability to form a deep bond with its family. A Cane Corso is capable of thinking independently, making decisions, and understanding far more than simple commands.

Because of this intelligence and strength, the Cane Corso is not a breed for everyone. They need a confident, fair, consistent owner who can provide clear leadership and guidance. This does not mean domination or harshness. It means having the knowledge, confidence, and stability to lead your dog and build a relationship based on trust and mutual respect.

My desire to understand this breed more deeply led me to become a professional dog trainer. In 2015, I completed specialized professional training in Ukraine, studying alongside my Cane Corso at a training complex specializing in working and rescue dogs. We trained intensively for four months, and together we earned our BH qualification and competed at the Ukrainian Championship, where we placed fourth.

At the time, we were competing alongside breeds such as Belgian Malinois and German Shepherds. To achieve fourth place with a Cane Corso was a very meaningful accomplishment for me and further confirmed what I already knew: this breed is capable of far more than many people realize.

After moving to Canada, I continued my education and professional development and obtained Canadian certification as a dog trainer.

Although I have lived with Cane Corso for more than thirteen years, I became a breeder only after many years of learning, observing, studying pedigrees and bloodlines, gaining practical experience, and developing a deep understanding of the breed.

For me, breeding is a responsibility — not simply a passion and certainly not just a business.

Health Comes First

The name of my kennel, Vita Forte, means “Strong Life” in Italian. This name represents the foundation of my breeding philosophy.

For me, everything begins with health.

I am firmly committed to responsible breeding and healthy dogs. I will never knowingly breed a dog that is unhealthy, untested, or unsuitable for a responsible breeding program.

My breeding dogs undergo the health testing appropriate for the breed, and I carefully consider their health history, structure, pedigree, temperament, and overall quality before making any breeding decision.

I believe that a beautiful Cane Corso is not enough. A breeding dog must also be healthy, structurally sound, mentally stable, and true to the breed.

Preserving the Breed

Health is my highest priority, but it is not the only one.

I place great importance on correct breed type, strong bone structure, sound anatomy, balanced temperament, and carefully researched bloodlines. I study pedigrees extensively because I believe that responsible breeding requires understanding not only the individual dogs, but also the generations behind them.

My goal is to preserve the qualities that make the Cane Corso what it is — strength, intelligence, loyalty, stability, presence, and the ability to become an exceptional companion and guardian.

I believe in preserving the breed rather than changing it for fashion or convenience. I am committed to maintaining pure, carefully selected bloodlines and to making thoughtful breeding decisions based on the long-term well-being of the breed.

My Mission

My mission is not simply to produce puppies.

My mission is to introduce people to the Cane Corso from its very best side — to help families understand how intelligent, loyal, powerful, sensitive, and extraordinary this breed can be when raised and guided correctly.

I want people to see beyond the impressive appearance and physical strength of the Cane Corso and discover the mind and character behind it.

Breeding, for me, is a lifelong commitment.

Every litter is a carefully considered decision. Every puppy is a responsibility. And every family deserves a healthy, well-raised companion with the best possible foundation for life.

Welcome to Vita Forte Cane Corso — where health, integrity, knowledge, and purpose come first.