Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor Comparison – Which dog is better Riesenschnauzer or Hungarian Komondor?

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Name	Giant Schnauzer	Komondor
Origins	Germany	Hungary
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	80	163
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Riesenschnauzer	Hungarian Komondor Hungarian Sheepdog Mop Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Giant Schnauzer or Komondor? Is the Giant Schnauzer bigger than the Komondor breed? Is a Giant Schnauzer smaller than a Komondor?	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Giant Schnauzer or Komondor? Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor weight comparison:	Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)	125 pounds (59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	125 pounds (59 kg)
Height Which is taller, Giant Schnauzer or Komondor? Is a Giant Schnauzer taller than a Komondor?	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	25.5 inches (65 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	25.5 inches (65 cm)

Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Giant Schnauzer or Komondor? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Giant Schnauzer and Komondor?	$1000-$1500	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Giant Schnauzer or Komondor?	Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Komondor is easier than average to get.

Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Giant Schnauzer or Komondor smarter? Which is best? Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor intelligence:	Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor trainability comparison. What's the difference between Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Komondor dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Giant Schnauzer or Komondor?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Komondor dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Giant Schnauzer or Komondor? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Komondor dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Giant Schnauzer or Komondor? Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor behavior/temperament comparison:	Powerful Intelligent Dominant Loyal Kind Strong Willed	Independent Affectionate Gentle Steady Fearless Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor?	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Komondor dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor social needs comparison:	Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Komondor dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor?	The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Komondor is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor? Which can be better for hunting?	Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Komondor dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor playfulness comparison:	The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Komondors, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor?	Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Komondor is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Giant Schnauzer or Komondor?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Komondor breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Giant Schnauzer 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Giant Schnauzer or Komondor?	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.

Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Giant Schnauzer or Komondor?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Komondor bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Giant Schnauzer more dangerous than a Komondor?	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Komondor has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor mouthiness comparison:	Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Komondor dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor health comparison. Which is the healthier: Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor?	Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Komondor is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor?	Rare The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Komondor should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor lifespan comparison. How long do Giant Schnauzer and Komondor breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Giant Schnauzer and Komondor?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Komondor: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	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. See more.

Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Giant Schnauzer or Komondor? Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor energy level comparison:	Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Komondor dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Giant Schnauzer or Komondor? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Komondor dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Giant Schnauzer or Komondor?	Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Komondor dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Giant Schnauzer or Komondor? Does the Giant Schnauzer breed eat more than the Komondor breed?	8 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Komondor has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor coat comparison:	Wiry	Dense Wavy Thick Shaggy Corded Coarser Topcoat Finer Undercoat
Colors What are the original Giant Schnauzer and Komondor color? Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor color comparison:	Black Pepper Salt	White Ivory
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Giant Schnauzer or Komondor? Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor grooming comparison:	Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Komondor requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Giant Schnauzer or Komondor? Do Giant Schnauzer dogs shed more than Komondor dogs?	Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Komondor dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Giant Schnauzer or Komondor?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Giant Schnauzer or Komondor?	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Komondor has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor?	The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Komondor is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Komondor dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Giant Schnauzer or Komondor? Which dog is more friendly?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Komondor dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Giant Schnauzer or Komondor?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Komondor dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Giant Schnauzer or Komondor?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Komondor dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Giant Schnauzer or Komondor? Can a Giant Schnauzer and a Komondor be friends? Do Giant Schnauzer dogs get along with Komondor dogs?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.	Komondor dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor?	Yes Giant Schnauzer 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 Giant Schnauzer 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?	Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Komondors are usually recommended for elderly people.

Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Giant Schnauzer or Komondor? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor?	Not really Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Komondor breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	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.

Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Giant Schnauzer and Komondor have? Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor litter size comparison:	5-8 puppies	3-10 puppies
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Giant Schnauzer vs Komondor Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	No data available

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