Komondor vs Puli Comparison – Which dog is better Hungarian Komondor or Hungarian Water Dog?

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Name	Komondor	Puli
Origins	Hungary	Hungary
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Komondor and Puli. What other names are these breeds known by?	Hungarian Komondor Hungarian Sheepdog Mop Dog	Hungarian Water Dog Puli Dog Puli Kutya Pulik Hungarian Puli
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Komondor and a Puli. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Komondor vs Puli Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Komondor and a Puli. Which breed is heavier?	125 pounds (59 kg)	Male: 25-35 pounds (11-16 kg), Female: 20-30 pounds (9-14 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	125 pounds (59 kg)	Male: 30 pounds (13.5 kg), Female: 25 pounds (11.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Komondor or Puli? Is a Komondor taller than a Puli?	25.5 inches (65 cm)	Male: 16-17½ inches (41-46 cm), Female: 14½-16 inches (36-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	25.5 inches (65 cm)	Male: 16-17.5 inches (43.5 cm), Female: 14.5-16 inches (38.5 cm)

Komondor vs Puli Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Komondor and a Puli. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1200	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Komondor or Puli?	Frequent: The Komondor is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Puli is easier than average to get.

Komondor vs Puli Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Puli dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare training requirements.	Komondor dogs are easy to train. See more.	Puli dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare alertness levels.	Komondor dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Puli dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare territorial behaviors.	Komondor dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Puli dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Komondor vs Puli Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Komondor and a Puli. How do their temperaments differ?	Independent Affectionate Gentle Steady Fearless Calm	Agile Energetic Intelligent Obedient Loyal Faithful Smart Home-Loving
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Komondor vs Puli?	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: Komondor vs Puli?	Average: Komondor dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Puli dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Komondor vs Puli social needs comparison:	Komondor dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Puli 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 Komondor vs Puli?	The wanderlust potential of the Komondor is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Puli dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Komondor vs Puli? 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.	Puli dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Komondor vs Puli Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Komondor is a vocal breed. See more.	Average to High: The Puli is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Komondors, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Puli is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Komondor breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Puli breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Komondor vs Puli Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Komondor dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Puli dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Komondor or Puli?	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.

Komondor vs Puli Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Komondor has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Puli has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Komondor dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Puli dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Komondor bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Puli bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Komondor vs Puli Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Komondor: 11 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Puli: 14 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare climate tolerances.	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Komondor and a Puli. Which breed is healthier?	The Komondor is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Puli is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Komondor vs Puli?	Average The Komondor should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Puli should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Komondor vs Puli? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Komondor vs Puli health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available

Komondor vs Puli Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Komondor vs Puli Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Komondor has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Puli has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare daily food needs.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Komondor vs Puli Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Komondor and Puli? Compare breed colors.	White Ivory	Black Cream White Silver Brown
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare maintenance needs.	Advanced: The Komondor requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare drooling amounts.	The Komondor is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Puli is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Komondor has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Puli has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Komondor and a Puli? Compare fur types.	Dense Wavy Thick Shaggy Corded Coarser Topcoat Finer Undercoat	Dense Curly Wavy Thick Double Woolly Ribbon Tangled Heavy Corded
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Komondor or Puli? Do Komondor dogs shed more than Puli dogs?	Komondor dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Puli dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Komondor vs Puli Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare kid-friendliness.	Komondor dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Puli dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Komondor dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Puli dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Komondor or Puli? Which dog is more friendly?	Komondor dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Puli dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Komondor or Puli?	Komondor dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Puli dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Komondor or Puli? Can a Komondor and a Puli be friends? Do Komondor dogs get along with Puli dogs?	Komondor dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Puli dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Komondor vs Puli?	Yes Komondor dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Puli 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 Puli 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.	Pulis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Komondor vs Puli As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Komondor breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Puli breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Komondor or a Puli? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Komondor and Puli. Which has stronger military background?	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 Puli Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Komondor and Puli. Which has larger litters?	3-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Komondor and Puli breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Komondor and Puli. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Komondor vs Puli Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Komondor and Puli. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Komondor and Puli. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Komondor and Puli. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	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

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