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Name	Komondor	Anatolian Shepherd Dog	Bakharwal Dog
Origins	Hungary	Turkey	India
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hungarian Komondor Hungarian Sheepdog Mop Dog	Kangal Dog Kara Bas Karabash Dog Kham Kepiji Dogs Scandinavian Nygaard Dogs Coban Kopegi	Bakarwal Bakarwal Mastiff Gujjar Dog Gujjar Wathdog Kashmir Mastiff Kashmir Sheepdog Kashmiri Bakarwal Dog Bakerwali Shepherd Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog weight comparison:	125 pounds (59 kg)	Male: 100-150 pounds (45-68 kg), Female: 90-130 pounds (41-59 kg)	80-130 pounds (36-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	125 pounds (59 kg)	Male: 125 pounds (56.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg)	105 pounds (47.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog? Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog height comparison:	25.5 inches (65 cm)	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm)	24-29.5 inches (60-75 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	25.5 inches (65 cm)	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)	27 inches (69 cm)

Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$500-$600	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog?	Frequent: The Komondor is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog trainability comparison.	Komondor dogs are easy to train. See more.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Bakharwal Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog?	Komondor dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bakharwal Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Komondor dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bakharwal Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog? Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Affectionate Gentle Steady Fearless Calm	Independent Intelligent Confident Bold Proud Steady	Independent Protective Affectionate Loyal Aggressive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Bakharwal Dog dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog?	Average: Komondor dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Bakharwal Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog social needs comparison:	Komondor dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Bakharwal Dog dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Komondor is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Anatolian Shepherd Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Bakharwal Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Komondor dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Bakharwal Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Komondor dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Bakharwal Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.	Bakharwal Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.

Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Komondor bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Anatolian Shepherd Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bakharwal Dog 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 Komondor has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The Anatolian Shepherd Dog has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bakharwal Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog mouthiness comparison:	Komondor dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bakharwal Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog?	The Komondor is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Anatolian Shepherd Dogs are commonly healthy dogs.	Bakharwal Dogs are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Cryptorchidism Obesity
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Komondor should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Anatolian Shepherd Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Bakharwal Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Komondor, Anatolian Shepherd Dog and Bakharwal Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Komondor: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Anatolian Shepherd Dog: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bakharwal Dog: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog?	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.	Prefers cold weather The Anatolian Shepherd Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog? Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog energy level comparison:	Komondor dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Bakharwal Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Komondor dogs have an average exercise need.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Bakharwal Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog?	Komondor dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Bakharwal Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 4 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? Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Komondor has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Bakharwal Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog coat comparison:	Dense Wavy Thick Shaggy Corded Coarser Topcoat Finer Undercoat	Fine	Dense Straight Double
Colors What are the original Komondor, Anatolian Shepherd Dog and Bakharwal Dog color?	White Ivory	Red Blue White Fawn Brindle Biscuit Liver	Black Tan Piebald
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog? Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Komondor requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Bakharwal Dog requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog? Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or {name3 shedding:	Komondor dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Bakharwal Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog 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, Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog?	Medium ⏺ The Komondor has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Anatolian Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bakharwal Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Komondor is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is an average drooler. See more.	The Bakharwal Dog is an average drooler. See more.

Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Komondor dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Bakharwal Dog dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Komondor dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Bakharwal Dog 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 Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog?	Komondor dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Bakharwal Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog?	Komondor dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Bakharwal Dog dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog?	Komondor dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are not dog-friendly.	Bakharwal Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog?	Yes Komondor dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Bakharwal Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Komondor is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Anatolian Shepherd Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bakharwal Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Komondors are usually recommended for elderly people.	Anatolian Shepherd Dogs are not the best breed for elderly people.	Bakharwal Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog 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: Komondor or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Bakharwal Dog? 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.
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.	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: Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog?	Not really Komondor breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Anatolian Shepherd Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bakharwal Dog 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.	Yes 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.

Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog 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 Komondor and Anatolian Shepherd Dog and Bakharwal Dog have?	3-10 puppies	5-10 puppies	1-3 puppies
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Komondor vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Bakharwal Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available	No data available

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