Komondor
Also called Hungarian Sheepdog and Mop Dog
- Great with kids
- Barely sheds
- Needs space
- Lots of grooming
- Hard to train
The Komondor is a large, imposing breed that is known for its distinctive white, corded coat and its independent, protective nature. This breed is native to Hungary, where it was originally used to guard flocks of sheep and cattle.
- Weight
- 79–134 lb (36–61 kg)
- Height at the shoulder
- 24–31 in (60–80 cm)
- Life span
- 10–12 years
- Exercise
- About 60 minutes a day
- Coat
- Long, Corded
- Origin
- Great Hungarian Plain, Hungary (ancient, likely medieval or earlier)
Traits
Family and friends
- Children: Good with children
- Other dogs: Wary of other dogs
- Strangers: Very wary of strangers
Home and activity
- Energy: Moderately active
- Apartment living: Not suited to apartments
- Barking: Barks sometimes
- Training: Hard to train
Care
- Grooming: Lots of grooming
- Shedding: Barely sheds
- Drooling: Drools a little
Temperament
Courageous
Devoted
Independent
Loyal
Protective
Reserved with strangers
Coat colours
White
Males and females
| Measure | Males | Females |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 110–134 lb (50–61 kg) | 79–110 lb (36–50 kg) |
| Height | 26–31 in (65–80 cm) | 24–28 in (60–70 cm) |
Recognized by
American Kennel Club (AKC), Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), The Kennel Club (UK) (KC) and United Kennel Club (UKC)
Caring for a Komondor
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Breeds of a similar size
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Sources
- Official Standard of the Komondor - AKC (opens in a new tab)
- Breed Standards: Komondor | United Kennel Club (UKC) (opens in a new tab)
- Komondor | Breed Standards | The Kennel Club (opens in a new tab)
- AKC Breed Standard - Middle Atlantic States Komondor Club (opens in a new tab)
- Komondor Breed: Characteristics, Care & Photos | Chewy (opens in a new tab)
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