Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Argentine Mastiff or Hungarian Komondor or Canis Islandicus? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Argentine Dogo and Komondor. Which is better: Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog?
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| Name | Argentine Dogo | Komondor | Icelandic Sheepdog |
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| Origins |  Argentina |  Hungary |  Iceland |
| Group | Guard Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs |
| Popularity Rank | 390 | 163 | 144 |
| Reviews | 6 | 1 | 3 |
| User Ratings |
| Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Argentine Mastiff Argentine Dog |
Hungarian Komondor Hungarian Sheepdog Mop Dog |
Canis Islandicus Friaar Dog Iceland Dog Islandsk Farehond Islenskur Fjarhundur Icelandic Spitz |
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| Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison
| Size
Which is bigger, Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog? | Large | Large | Medium |
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| Weight
Which is heavier, Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Komondor? Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog weight comparison: | Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg) | 125 pounds (59 kg) | 20-30 pounds (9-14 kg) |
| Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg) | 125 pounds (59 kg) | 25 pounds (11.5 kg) |
| Height
Which is taller, Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog? Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog height comparison: | Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm) | 25.5 inches (65 cm) | 12-16 inches (31-41 cm) |
| Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm) | 25.5 inches (65 cm) | 14 inches (36 cm) |
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison
| Price
Which is cheaper, Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which is more expensive? | $2800-$5000 | $800-$1200 | $800-$1000 |
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| Availability
Which is easier to get, Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog? | Average: The Argentine Dogo is a commonly available dog breed. | Frequent: The Komondor is easier than average to get. | Frequent: The Icelandic Sheepdog is easier than average to get. |
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
| Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog intelligence: | Smart: The Argentine Dogo dogs have great intelligence. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. |
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| Trainability
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog trainability comparison. | Argentine Dogo dogs are quite easy to train. | Komondor dogs are easy to train. | Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. |
| Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog? | Argentine Dogo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Komondor dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average watchdogs. |
| Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Argentine Dogo dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Komondor dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average defenders. |
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison
| Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog? Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison: |
Loving Protective Loyal Sociable Tolerant |
Independent Affectionate Gentle Steady Fearless Calm |
Agile Energetic Alert Inquisitive Cheerful |
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| Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Argentine Dogo dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
| Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog? | Average: Argentine Dogo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Average: Komondor dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | High: Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
| Social Needs
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog social needs comparison: | Argentine Dogo dogs need for social interaction is average. | Komondor dogs need for social interaction is average. | Icelandic Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
| Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | The wanderlust potential of the Argentine Dogo is strong enough to escape from home. | The wanderlust potential of the Komondor is strong enough to escape from home. | The wanderlust potential of the Icelandic Sheepdog is strong enough to escape from home. |
| Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Argentine Dogo dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Komondor dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. |
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison
| Playfulness
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog playfulness comparison: | Average: Argentine Dogos, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Komondors, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Icelandic Sheepdog is a highly playful breed. |
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| Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog? | Low to Average: The Argentine Dogo rarely barks. | Average to High: The Komondor is a vocal breed. | A lot: Icelandic Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. |
| Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog? | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Argentine Dogo breed. | It is not recommended to keep the Komondor breed in the home. | It is not recommended to keep the Icelandic Sheepdog breed in the home. |
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison
| Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Average: Argentine Dogo 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. | Icelandic Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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| Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Icelandic Sheepdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison
| Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog? | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Argentine Dogo bite force: The Strongest. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Komondor bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Icelandic Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary. |
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| Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Argentine Dogo has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Komondor has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Icelandic Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody. |
| Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog mouthiness comparison: | Argentine Dogo dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Komondor dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison
| Health Issues
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog? | Argentine Dogos 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. | Icelandic Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. |
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| Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Deafness | No data available | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Eye Problems |
| Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Frequent The Argentine Dogo 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. |
Frequent The Icelandic Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
| Life Expectancy
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Argentine Dogo, Komondor and Icelandic Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Argentine Dogo: 11 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Komondor: 11 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Icelandic Sheepdog: 13 years |
| Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | 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. | Prefers cold weather The Icelandic Sheepdog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. |
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison
| Energy Level
Who has more energy a Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog?
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog energy level comparison: | Argentine Dogo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Komondor dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. | Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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| Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Argentine Dogo dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Komondor dogs have an average exercise need. | Icelandic Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need. |
| Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog? | Argentine Dogo 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. | Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison
| Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog? | 6 to 8 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. | 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
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| Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog weight gain potential comparison: | Low to Average: The Argentine Dogo has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Average: The Komondor has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Icelandic Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. |
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison
| Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog coat comparison: | Fine |
Dense Wavy Thick Shaggy Corded Coarser Topcoat Finer Undercoat |
Dense Soft Wavy Thick Straight |
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| Colors
What are the original Argentine Dogo, Komondor and Icelandic Sheepdog color? | White | White Ivory |
Black Gray Red Cream White Fawn Chocolate Gold |
| Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog? Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog grooming comparison: | Easy to groom: The Argentine Dogo doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Advanced: The Komondor requires a lot of grooming. | Average: The Icelandic Sheepdog requires average grooming effort. |
| Shedding Level
Who sheds more Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog? Argentine Dogo or Komondor or {name3 shedding: | Argentine Dogo dogs shed moderately. | Komondor dogs shed none to minimal. | Icelandic Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. |
| Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
| Hypoallergenic
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
| Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog? | Medium ⏺ The Argentine Dogo has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Komondor has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Icelandic Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell. |
| Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Argentine Dogo is an average drooler. | The Komondor is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Icelandic Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog Good With Comparison
| Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Argentine Dogo dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. | Komondor dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets. |
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| Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly? | Argentine Dogo dogs are not stranger friendly dogs. | Komondor dogs are not stranger friendly dogs. | Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
| Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog? | Argentine Dogo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. | Komondor dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
| Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog? | Argentine Dogo dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. | Komondor dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
| Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog? | Argentine Dogo dogs are not dog-friendly. | Komondor dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
| Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog? |
Yes Argentine Dogo 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 Icelandic Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
| Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Argentine Dogo is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Komondor is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Yes Icelandic Sheepdog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment |
| Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Argentine Dogos are commonly okay with elderly people. | Komondors are usually recommended for elderly people. | Icelandic Sheepdogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog 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. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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| Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Argentine Dogo or Komondor or Icelandic Sheepdog? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
| Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog? | 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. | 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: Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog? | Not really Argentine Dogo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Komondor breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Icelandic Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
| Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog? | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
| 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. |
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog Reproducibility Comparison
| Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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| Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
| Litter Size
How many puppies can Argentine Dogo and Komondor and Icelandic Sheepdog have? | 4-8 puppies | 3-10 puppies | 4-8 puppies |
Argentine Dogo vs Komondor vs Icelandic Sheepdog Recognition Comparison
| AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Herding breed. |
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| 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section. |
| Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds? |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club Federacion Cinologica Argentina | No data available |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. |
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