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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees Comparison - Dog breed selector: Pit or Hungarian Komondor or Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées? Find the right dog for you

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Name American Pit Bull Terrier Komondor Great Pyrenees
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Pit
Pit Bull
Pitbull
Pitty
APBT
Hungarian Komondor
Hungarian Sheepdog
Mop Dog
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées
Chien Des Pyrénées
Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus
Montañés Del Pirineo
Patou
Great Pyrenees
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees? Which is the smallest dog, American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees?
Medium Large Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Komondor? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees weight comparison:
22-78 pounds (10-35 kg) 125 pounds (59 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
50 pounds (22.5 kg) 125 pounds (59 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Height
Which is taller, American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees height comparison:
14-24 inches (35-60 cm) 25.5 inches (65 cm) Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
19 inches (47.5 cm) 25.5 inches (65 cm) Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees? Which is more expensive?
$500-$700 $800-$1200 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees?
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Komondor is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees trainability comparison.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Komondor dogs are easy to train.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Komondor dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Komondor dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees behavior/temperament comparison:
Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Independent
Affectionate
Gentle
Steady
Fearless
Calm
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees?
High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Komondor dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees social needs comparison:
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Komondor dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Komondor is strong enough to escape from home.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Komondor dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees playfulness comparison:
The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed.
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Average: Komondors, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees?
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Komondor is a vocal breed.
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Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees?
It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Komondor breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Komondor dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Great Pyrenees dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Komondor bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

High 🔼

The American Pit Bull Terrier has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Komondor has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees mouthiness comparison:
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Komondor dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees?
American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Komondor is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Skin Allergies
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The American Pit Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Komondor should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees lifespan comparison. How long do American Pit Bull Terrier, Komondor and Great Pyrenees breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Komondor: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Komondor can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees energy level comparison:
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Komondor dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Komondor dogs have an average exercise need.
Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Komondor dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees?
Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Komondor has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees coat comparison:
Fine Dense
Wavy
Thick
Shaggy
Corded
Coarser Topcoat
Finer Undercoat
Dense
Double
Colors
What are the original American Pit Bull Terrier, Komondor and Great Pyrenees color?
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
White
Ivory
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees grooming comparison:
Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Advanced: The Komondor requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees? American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or {name3 shedding:
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Komondor dogs shed none to minimal.
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Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees?

Medium

The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Komondor has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Komondor is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Komondor dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees? Which dog is more friendly?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Komondor dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Komondor dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Komondor dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Komondor dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees?
Yes
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Komondor dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
American Pit Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Komondor is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Great Pyrenees is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
American Pit Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Komondors are usually recommended for elderly people.
Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: American Pit Bull Terrier or Komondor or Great Pyrenees? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees?

Not really

American Pit Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Komondor breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can American Pit Bull Terrier and Komondor and Great Pyrenees have?
5-8 puppies 3-10 puppies 6-9 puppies

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Komondor vs Great Pyrenees Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Backwoods Bulldog Club
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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