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Name	Komondor	Puli	Dachshund
Origins	Hungary	Hungary	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	163	142	13
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hungarian Komondor Hungarian Sheepdog Mop Dog	Hungarian Water Dog Puli Dog Puli Kutya Pulik Hungarian Puli	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Komondor or Puli or Dachshund? Which is the smallest dog, Komondor or Puli or Dachshund?	Large	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Komondor or Puli or Puli? Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund weight comparison:	125 pounds (59 kg)	Male: 25-35 pounds (11-16 kg), Female: 20-30 pounds (9-14 kg)	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 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)	Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Komondor or Puli or Dachshund? Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund height comparison:	25.5 inches (65 cm)	Male: 16-17½ inches (41-46 cm), Female: 14½-16 inches (36-41 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 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)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)

Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Komondor or Puli or Dachshund? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$1000-$1200	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Komondor or Puli or Dachshund?	Frequent: The Komondor is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Puli is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.

Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Puli dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund trainability comparison.	Komondor dogs are easy to train. See more.	Puli dogs are easy to train. See more.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Komondor or Puli or Dachshund?	Komondor dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Puli dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Komondor or Puli or Dachshund? 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.	Puli dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Komondor or Puli or Dachshund? Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Affectionate Gentle Steady Fearless Calm	Agile Energetic Intelligent Obedient Loyal Faithful Smart Home-Loving	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever
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.	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 vs Dachshund?	Average: Komondor dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Puli dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund social needs comparison:	Komondor dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Puli dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Dachshund dogs are a social breed. 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.	Puli dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Dachshund 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? 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.	Dachshund 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 Puli vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund playfulness comparison:	Average: Komondors, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Puli is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund?	Average to High: The Komondor is a vocal breed. See more.	Average to High: The Puli is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. 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 Puli or Dachshund?	It is not recommended to keep the Komondor breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Puli breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund 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.	Puli dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Komondor or Puli or Dachshund?	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.	Dachshund 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 Puli vs Dachshund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Komondor or Puli or Dachshund?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Komondor bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Puli bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak.
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.	Low 🔽 The Puli has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund mouthiness comparison:	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.	Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund?	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.	The Dachshund 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: Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy
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.	Average The Puli should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund lifespan comparison. How long do Komondor, Puli and Dachshund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Komondor: 11 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Puli: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund?	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.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Komondor or Puli or Dachshund?	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.	1 to 1.5 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 Puli vs Dachshund weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Komondor has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Puli has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund coat comparison:	Dense Wavy Thick Shaggy Corded Coarser Topcoat Finer Undercoat	Dense Curly Wavy Thick Double Woolly Ribbon Tangled Heavy Corded	Fine
Colors What are the original Komondor, Puli and Dachshund color?	White Ivory	Black Cream White Silver Brown	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Komondor or Puli or Dachshund? Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund grooming comparison:	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.	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Komondor or Puli or Dachshund? Komondor or Puli or {name3 shedding:	Komondor dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Puli dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Dachshund 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: Komondor or Puli or Dachshund?	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 Puli vs Dachshund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes 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 Puli vs Dachshund?	Medium ⏺ The Komondor has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Puli has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low 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 Puli is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly 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.	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Komondor or Puli or Dachshund? Which dog is more friendly?	Komondor dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Puli dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most 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 Puli or Dachshund?	Komondor dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Puli dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Komondor or Puli or Dachshund?	Komondor dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Puli dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Dachshund 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 or Dachshund?	Komondor dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Puli dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund?	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.	Yes Dachshund 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.	No Dachshund 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.	Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.

Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund 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 Puli or Dachshund? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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 Puli vs Dachshund?	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.	Not really Dachshund 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.	Not really 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 Puli vs Dachshund 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 Puli and Dachshund have?	3-10 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Komondor vs Puli vs Dachshund 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 1936 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
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.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	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 Canadian Canine Registry

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