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Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco Comparison - Dog breed selector: Hungarian Komondor or Indian Boar Hound or Bergermaschi? Find the right dog for you

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Name Komondor Combai Bergamasco
OriginsHungary flagHungary India flagIndia Italy flagItaly
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco breeds.
Hungarian Komondor
Hungarian Sheepdog
Mop Dog
Indian Boar Hound
Indian Boardog
Kombai
Bergermaschi
Cane da pastore Bergamasco
Bergamasco Shepherd Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco? Compare adult weight ranges.
125 pounds (59 kg) Male: 66 - 77 pounds (30-35 kg), Female: 62-73 pounds (28-33 kg) Male: 70-84 pounds (32-38 kg), Female: 57-71 pounds (26-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
125 pounds (59 kg) Male: 70.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg) Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 61 pounds (29 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Komondor or Combai or Bergamasco? Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco height comparison:
25.5 inches (65 cm) Male: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm), 21 - 24 inches (53-61 cm) 22-24 inches (54-62 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
25.5 inches (65 cm) Male: 24.5 inches (62 cm), 22.5 inches (57 cm) 23 inches (58 cm)

Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1200 $1200-$1800 $1000-$1300
Availability
Which is easier to get, Komondor or Combai or Bergamasco?
Frequent: The Komondor is easier than average to get.
Average: The Combai is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Bergamasco is easier than average to get.

Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Combai dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which is easiest to train?
Komondor dogs are easy to train.
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Combai dogs are quite easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which breed is most alert?
Komondor dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Combai dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Bergamasco dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which breed is most protective?
Komondor dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Combai dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bergamasco dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco? Compare temperaments.
Independent
Affectionate
Gentle
Steady
Fearless
Calm
Protective
Intelligent
Loyal
Brave
Guarding
Patient
Quiet
Determined
Vigilant
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Bergamasco dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco?
Average: Komondor dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Slightly Below Average: Combai dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Average to High: Bergamasco dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco social needs comparison:
Komondor dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Combai dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Bergamasco dogs are a social breed.
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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.
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Combai dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Bergamasco dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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.
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Combai dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Bergamasco 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.
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Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which breed is most vocal?
Average to High: The Komondor is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Combai is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Bergamasco rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Komondors, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Combais are not the most playful dog breed.
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Average: Bergamascos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Komondor breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Combai 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 Bergamasco indoors.

Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Komondor dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Combai dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Bergamasco dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Komondor or Combai or Bergamasco?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Combai dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Bergamasco dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Komondor has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Combai has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bergamasco has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which uses mouth most during play?
Komondor dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Combai dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bergamasco dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Komondor bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Combai bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bergamasco bite force: Ordinary.

Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Komondor: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Combai: 13 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Bergamasco: 14 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which handles climate changes best?
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.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Bergamasco can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which has fewer health issues?
The Komondor is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Bergamascos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
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 Combai should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Bergamasco should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco health problems comparison:
No data available Dermatitis
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Skin Allergies
Joint Dysplasia

Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which breed is most active?
Komondor dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Combai dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Bergamasco dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Komondor or Combai or Bergamasco? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Komondor dogs have an average exercise need.
Combai dogs need a lot of exercises.
Bergamasco dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Komondor or Combai or Bergamasco?
Komondor dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Combai dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Bergamasco dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Komondor has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Combai has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Bergamasco has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which needs most food?
6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. What colors are available?
White
Ivory
Tan & Reddish Brown Grey
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The Komondor requires a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Combai doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Bergamasco doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which drools least?
The Komondor is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Combai is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Bergamasco is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Komondor has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Combai has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bergamasco has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Wavy
Thick
Shaggy
Corded
Coarser Topcoat
Finer Undercoat
Rough
Straight
Fine
Dense
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Komondor or Combai or Bergamasco? Komondor or Combai or {name3 shedding:
Komondor dogs shed none to minimal.
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Combai dogs are low shedders.
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Bergamasco dogs shed none to minimal.
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Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which is best with kids?
Komondor dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Combai dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Bergamasco dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Komondor dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Combai dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Bergamasco dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Komondor or Combai or Bergamasco? Which dog is more friendly?
Komondor dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Combai dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Bergamasco dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Komondor or Combai or Bergamasco?
Komondor dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Combai dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Bergamasco dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Komondor or Combai or Bergamasco?
Komondor dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Combai dogs are not dog-friendly.
Bergamasco dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco?
Yes
Komondor dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Combai dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Bergamasco dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Komondor is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Combai is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bergamasco 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.
Combais are usually recommended for elderly people.
Bergamascos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. 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 Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. 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 Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Komondor breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Combai breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Bergamasco breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which is best for draft work?

Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which has most military use?

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 Combai vs Bergamasco Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which has most puppies?
3-10 puppies 3-8 puppies 6-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Komondor vs Combai vs Bergamasco Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Komondor, Combai, and Bergamasco. Which has most recognition?
No data available Dog Registry of America Inc. 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.
United Kennel Club

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