Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor Comparison - Dog breed selector: Doberman or Rott or Hungarian Komondor? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Doberman Pinscher and Rottweiler. Which is better: Doberman Pinscher or Rottweiler or Komondor?
Name | Doberman Pinscher | Rottweiler | Komondor |
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Group | Working Dogs | Working Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 16 | 8 | 163 |
Reviews | 18 | 13 | 1 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor breeds. |
Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie |
Rott Rottie |
Hungarian Komondor Hungarian Sheepdog Mop Dog |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Large Giant | Large |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg) | Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg) | 125 pounds (59 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg) | Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg) | 125 pounds (59 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Doberman Pinscher or Rottweiler or Komondor? Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor height comparison: | Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) | Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm) | 25.5 inches (65 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) | Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm) | 25.5 inches (65 cm) |
Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Find price differences between these breeds. | $800-$1000 | $1200-$2000 | $800-$1200 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Doberman Pinscher or Rottweiler or Komondor? | Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get. | Frequent: The Komondor is easier than average to get. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which breed ranks highest? | Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which is easiest to train? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. | Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. | Komondor dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which breed is most alert? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Komondor dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which breed is most protective? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Komondor dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor? Compare temperaments. |
Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless |
Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured |
Independent Affectionate Gentle Steady Fearless Calm |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor? | High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Average: Komondor dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. |
Social Needs
Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor social needs comparison: | Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. | Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Komondor dogs need for social interaction is average. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | The wanderlust potential of the Komondor is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Their prey drive is low. | Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Komondor dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which breed is most vocal? | Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. | Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. | Average to High: The Komondor is a vocal breed. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Komondors, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed. | It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Rottweiler indoors. | It is not recommended to keep the Komondor breed in the home. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which breed is most flexible? | Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Average: Rottweiler 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. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Doberman Pinscher or Rottweiler or Komondor? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which has lowest bite risk? | Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody. | High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Komondor has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which uses mouth most during play? | Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Komondor dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Komondor bite force: Ordinary. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which breed lives longest? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years |
8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Komondor: 11 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | 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. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which has fewer health issues? | Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs. | The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Komondor is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Komondor should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy | Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis | No data available |
Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which breed is most active? | Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Komondor dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Doberman Pinscher or Rottweiler or Komondor? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need. | Komondor dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Doberman Pinscher or Rottweiler or Komondor? | Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Rottweiler 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. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. | High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Average: The Komondor has an average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which needs most food? | 5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 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. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. What colors are available? |
Black Tan Red Blue White Brown |
Black Tan Rust Mahogany | White Ivory |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which requires most maintenance? | Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. | Advanced: The Komondor requires a lot of grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which drools least? | The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. | The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. | The Komondor is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Komondor has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Fine | Dense |
Dense Wavy Thick Shaggy Corded Coarser Topcoat Finer Undercoat |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which requires most frequent baths? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Doberman Pinscher or Rottweiler or Komondor? Doberman Pinscher or Rottweiler or {name3 shedding: | Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. | Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. | Komondor dogs shed none to minimal. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which is best with kids? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. | Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Komondor dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets. | Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets. | Komondor dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Doberman Pinscher or Rottweiler or Komondor? Which dog is more friendly? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs. | Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs. | Komondor dogs are not stranger friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Doberman Pinscher or Rottweiler or Komondor? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Komondor dogs are cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Doberman Pinscher or Rottweiler or Komondor? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly. | Komondor dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor? |
Yes Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Rottweiler 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. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Komondor is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people. | Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people. | Komondors are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which has best nose work ability? | 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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which is best for SAR work? | 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. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Komondor breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which is best for draft work? | Not really 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. | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which has most military use? | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which has most puppies? | 6-10 puppies | 8-12 puppies | 3-10 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. What's recommended? | 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. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Rottweiler vs Komondor Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. | Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, and Komondor. Which has most recognition? |
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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry |
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 Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler Club | No data available |
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