I'm the breeder behind Knucklehead Cane Corso located in Paris, TX. At Knucklehead, our breeding focuses on temperament, health, and true Italian style Cane Corsos. Our dogs are both AKC and ICCF registered. We focus on the conformation, athleticism, intelligence, and versatility. We are committed to providing our clients with wonderful, healthy, happy family pets or show/breeding prospects. We believe in providing lifetime support for our puppies and owners!
About Julie
I grew up loving all animals big and small and have always had dogs in my home. I started training and breeding when I was in middle school in a 4-H Program. I went on to train dogs for military and police programs. It was just a little hobby until I came across my first Cane Corso and what was to be my show and breeding mentor. It was then that I was hooked.
What makes Julie’s program special
Our breeding program is special because every dog is raised in our home with our other small dogs and grandchildren. Our dogs were chosen because of their correct conformation, athleticism, and temperament. We have proven our dogs through AKC shows and health testing.
Julie is a member of 3 clubs
American Kennel Club, International Cane Corso Foundation, Cane Corso Association of America
Julie’s certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T.
Planned Cane Corso from Jack and Dixie
Due Nov. 2024. Ready Jan. 2025
Newborn Cane Corso from Jack and Roxy
Born Jan. 2025. Ready Mar. 26
Newborn Cane Corso from Challo and Roulette
Born Feb. 2025. Ready Apr. 17
Expected Cane Corso from Nole and Fiona
Due Mar. 2025. Ready May 10
Planned Cane Corso from Jack and Dixie
Due Nov. 2024
Ready Jan. 2025
Newborn Cane Corso from Jack and Roxy
Born Jan. 2025
Ready Mar. 26
Newborn Cane Corso from Challo and Roulette
Born Feb. 2025
Ready Apr. 17
Julie has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. Together, you'll choose the puppy that's right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Puppy prices range from $3,500 - $4,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $500.
“Most of our puppies are the same price regardless of sex. Unless you are looking for a Show puppy which we will work with you to find the right one for you. Puppies come with a 2yr genetic health guarantee, tail docked, dew claws removed, ears cropped, appropriate shots, wormed and microchip. The deposit is $500 that will be applied to the total cost of your puppy. The deposit is non-refundable but can be carried over to another litter.”
Julie may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Julie offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Julie directly.
All of our puppies are raised in our home with other dogs, small dogs, and our grandchildren. We teach them about doggie doors and are nearly potty trained when they go home with their new owners. We take them on group walks around the property. They have toys with them in their beds. We recommend every new owner properly train their puppies with at least basic obedience and we have references for trainers available. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Daily handling, Socialized in new places, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, Potty Training, Socialized with Children, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Other Animals, Toys, e.g. Ball, Chew, e.g. Bone, Human Interactions , Doggy door training , Early socialization, Puppy temperament evaluation , Some Livestock, Small dog interaction, and savvy socialization.
Our puppies are dewormed at 2, 4 and 6 weeks as prescribed by our Veterinarian with two kinds of medication, Panacur and Pyrantel. They have their first shots at 7 weeks and the 2nd 3 weeks later. The new owners receive their compete shot records and advised to set up the next booster at 10 weeks.
We send our puppies home with Microchip, Registration, Initial potty training, Puppy starter kit, Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Basic obedience & manners, AKC Registration, Food Starter Bag, Vaccinations, Microchip, and Puppy Collar.
Julie offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.
Work with a trusted flight nanny or transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.
Why Julie started breeding
We searched for over two years to find the correct representation of the breed and to have not only the best temperament for me and my family but what we wanted to show. After finding our 1st female, Harley and showing her we were introduced to our male, Giuseppe. He stole our heart. We got the bug to continue to show and our Kennel was born.
Julie is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
Julie has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Julie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Julie’s program includes six colors
Julie’s Cane Corso puppies include gray and fawn, gray brindle, fawn, black, black brindle, and gray. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Julie’s links
Knucklehead Cane Corso meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Cane Corso
Cane Corso
About Challo
Challo is a male Cane Corso. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Julie decided to make him part of their program. Julie has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Uploaded health tests
Full Embark Panel
Cane Corso
About Nole
Nole is an Import from Serbia from a highly respectable kennel! His parents have many titles in Europe! He is a big sweet loveable teddy bear!
Great health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI)
Cane Corso
About Fiona
This gorgeous girl is an import from Serbia. She has beautiful conformation and a correct head! Will be sure to pass on her conformation an large bone to her offspring
Cane Corso
About Roulette
Roulette is a female Cane Corso. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Julie decided to make her part of their program. Julie has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Uploaded health tests
Full Embark Panel
Cane Corso
About Giuseppe
Giuseppe is a male Cane Corso about 10 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Julie decided to make him part of their program. Julie has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Great health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI)
Cane Corso
About Ronan
Handsome Big Boy! As the Son of Giuseppe and Gemma, Ronan has the best temperament and correct Conformation! We look forward to seeing him produce gorgeous puppies
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +3 more
Cane Corso
About Roxy
Big Blue female from Russian import lines
Uploaded health tests
Full Embark Panel, Dental-skeletal-retinal anomaly (DSRA)
Cane Corso
About Bubbles
Bubbles is a female Cane Corso about 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Julie decided to make her part of their program. Julie has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Uploaded health tests
Full Embark Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +1 more
Cane Corso
About Jack
Imported male from Serbia. Black with white on chest. Very loving male
Uploaded health tests
Full Embark Panel, Dental-skeletal-retinal anomaly (DSRA), +1 more
Cane Corso
About Dixie
Dixie is a female Cane Corso. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Julie decided to make her part of their program. Julie has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Cane Corso
Excellent level
Knucklehead Cane Corso reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Cane Corso.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Brucellosis, Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 1 (NCL1), Cane Corso Type, Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Canine Multifocal Retinopathy (cmr3; BEST1 Exon 10 SNP), Full Embark Panel
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.