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Name	Karst Shepherd	Kerry Beagle	Komondor
Origins	Slovenia	Ireland	Hungary
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Group	Guard Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Kraski ovcar Karst Sheepdog Istrian Sheepdog Krasevec Krazski Ovcar	An Pocadán Ciarraioch	Hungarian Komondor Hungarian Sheepdog Mop Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor? Which is the smallest dog, Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Kerry Beagle? Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor weight comparison:	58-88 pounds (26-40 kg)	50-60 pounds (22.5-27 kg)	125 pounds (59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	73 pounds (33 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)	125 pounds (59 kg)
Height Which is taller, Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor? Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor height comparison:	Male: 22-25 inches (57-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	25.5 inches (65 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23.5 inches (60 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	23 inches (58.5 cm)	25.5 inches (65 cm)

Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$300-$400	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Komondor is easier than average to get.

Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Kerry Beagle dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor trainability comparison.	Karst Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Kerry Beagle dogs are quite 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: Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor?	Karst Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Kerry Beagle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Komondor dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Karst Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Kerry Beagle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Komondor dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor? Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Courageous Brave	Energetic Friendly Quick Gentle Outright	Independent Affectionate Gentle Steady Fearless Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Karst Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Kerry Beagle dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor?	High: Karst Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Kerry Beagle dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Komondor dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor social needs comparison:	Karst Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Kerry Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Komondor dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Karst Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Kerry Beagle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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? Which can be better for hunting?	Karst Shepherd 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. See more.	Kerry Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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

Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor playfulness comparison:	Average: Karst Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Kerry Beagle 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: Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor?	Low to Average: The Karst Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Kerry Beagle is a particularly loud breed. 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 Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Karst Shepherd breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Kerry Beagle breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Komondor breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Karst Shepherd dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Kerry Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Komondor dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor?	Karst Shepherd dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Kerry Beagle 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.

Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Karst Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kerry Beagle bite force: Ordinary.	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 Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Karst Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kerry Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Komondor has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor mouthiness comparison:	Karst Shepherd dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kerry Beagle 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.

Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor health comparison. Which is the healthier: Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor?	The Karst Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Kerry Beagle 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Elbow Dysplasia	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Karst Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Kerry Beagle 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor lifespan comparison. How long do Karst Shepherd, Kerry Beagle and Komondor breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Karst Shepherd: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Kerry Beagle: 12 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: Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor?	Prefers cold weather The Karst Shepherd can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kerry Beagle 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.

Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor? Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor energy level comparison:	Karst Shepherd dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Kerry Beagle 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 Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Karst Shepherd dogs have an average exercise need.	Kerry Beagle dogs need a lot of exercises.	Komondor dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor?	Karst Shepherd dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Kerry Beagle dogs don't need too much sleep.	Komondor dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor?	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 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? Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Karst Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Kerry Beagle has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Komondor has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor coat comparison:	Dense Thick Double	Dense	Dense Wavy Thick Shaggy Corded Coarser Topcoat Finer Undercoat
Colors What are the original Karst Shepherd, Kerry Beagle and Komondor color?	Grey	Tan & White Blue Mottled & Tan Blue Mottled & Black	White Ivory
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor? Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor grooming comparison:	Average: The Karst Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Kerry Beagle doesn't require a lot of grooming. 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 Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor? Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or {name3 shedding:	Karst Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kerry Beagle dogs shed above average. 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: Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor?	Medium ⏺ The Karst Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kerry Beagle has an average 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?	The Karst Shepherd drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Kerry Beagle is an average drooler. See more.	The Komondor is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Karst Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Kerry Beagle 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 Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor? Which dog is more friendly?	Karst Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Kerry Beagle dogs are 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 Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor?	Karst Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Kerry Beagle dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Komondor dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor?	Karst Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Kerry Beagle 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 Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle or Komondor?	Karst Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Kerry Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Komondor dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor?	Yes Karst Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Kerry Beagle 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 Karst Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kerry Beagle 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?	Karst Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Kerry Beagles are usually recommended for elderly people.	Komondors are usually recommended for elderly people.

Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle 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.	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: Karst Shepherd or Kerry Beagle 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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: Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor?	Not really Karst Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kerry Beagle 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?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor 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. See more.	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 Karst Shepherd and Kerry Beagle and Komondor have?	3-6 puppies	1-6 puppies	3-10 puppies
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Karst Shepherd vs Kerry Beagle vs Komondor Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	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 Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.	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?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Slovenian Kennel Club (SKC)	No data available	No data available

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