Our Team
Natalie is the owner of Scar House Cane Corso and has extensive hands-on experience in breeding, health management, and long-term breed preservation. Her work is rooted in a deep respect for the Cane Corso as a functional guardian breed, with a strong emphasis on correct temperament, sound structure, and responsible placement.
Actively involved across all aspects of the breed, Natalie brings a practical, welfare-led approach to education, breeding standards, and owner support. She is particularly focused on raising expectations within the breed community, advocating for informed ownership, transparency, and accountability.
As a director of CCBC UK, Natalie is committed to safeguarding the future of the Cane Corso in the UK through clear standards, education-led initiatives, and a strong, united community built around the best interests of the breed.
Ali Bar
Director
Natalie Brown
Director
Ali brings over 25 years of experience working with the Cane Corso breed and has an extensive depth of knowledge spanning ownership, handling, advocacy, and welfare. Her long-standing involvement has given her a practical and realistic understanding of the breed, its strengths, and the challenges it faces within the UK.
A significant focus of Ali’s work is rescue and rehabilitation, where she plays a key role in supporting vulnerable dogs and promoting responsible ownership. Her approach is grounded in compassion, structure, and education, ensuring that both dogs and owners are given the best chance of long-term success.
As a director of CCBC UK, Ali provides vital expertise in rescue, welfare policy, and breed education, helping to ensure that the club’s work remains firmly aligned with the best interests of the Cane Corso and its future.
Chris Borgfenech
Director
Chris is deeply committed to safeguarding the future of the Cane Corso breed in the UK, with a particular focus on health testing, welfare, and responsible decision-making. While early in his breeding journey, his involvement is driven by a clear understanding that the long-term success of the breed depends on transparency, education, and putting health before numbers.
Chris has a strong interest in evidence-based breeding practices and works closely with experienced breeders and professionals to ensure high standards are upheld. His approach reflects a modern, thoughtful mindset that values learning, accountability, and doing things properly from the outset.
As a director of CCBC UK, Chris contributes to strategic planning, health-led initiatives, and the development of clear standards aimed at protecting the Cane Corso for future generations.