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Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer Comparison - Dog breed selector: Hungarian Komondor or Hungarian Water Dog or Drahthaar? Find the right dog for you

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Name Komondor Puli German Wirehaired Pointer
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Gun Dog
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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
Drahthaar
German Pointer
Vorstehund
Deutscher Drahthaariger
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Komondor or Puli or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, Komondor or Puli or German Wirehaired Pointer?
Large Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Komondor or Puli or Puli? Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer weight comparison:
125 pounds (59 kg) Male: 25-35 pounds (11-16 kg), Female: 20-30 pounds (9-14 kg) 60-70 pounds (27-32 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) 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Komondor or Puli or German Wirehaired Pointer? Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer height comparison:
25.5 inches (65 cm) Male: 16-17½ inches (41-46 cm), Female: 14½-16 inches (36-41 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 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) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm)

Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Komondor or Puli or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1200 $1000-$1200 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Komondor or Puli or German Wirehaired Pointer?
Frequent: The Komondor is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Puli is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The German Wirehaired Pointer is quite easy to get.

Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Komondor or Puli or German Wirehaired Pointer? Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Affectionate
Gentle
Steady
Fearless
Calm
Agile
Energetic
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
Faithful
Smart
Home-Loving
Active
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Willful
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer?
Average: Komondor dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Puli dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer social needs comparison:
Komondor dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Puli dogs need for social interaction is average.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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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Puli dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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Puli dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer playfulness comparison:
Average: Komondors, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Puli is a playful breed.
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The German Wirehaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer?
Average to High: The Komondor is a vocal breed.
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Average to High: The Puli is a vocal breed.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Komondor or Puli or German Wirehaired Pointer?
It is not recommended to keep the Komondor breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Puli breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Wirehaired Pointer breed.

Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer 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.
German Wirehaired Pointer 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 German Wirehaired Pointer?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Komondor or Puli or German Wirehaired Pointer?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Komondor bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Puli bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Wirehaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.
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 German Wirehaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer mouthiness comparison:
Komondor dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Puli dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer?
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.
German Wirehaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer health problems comparison:
No data available No data available Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Eye Diseases
Skin Diseases
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.
Frequent
The German Wirehaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do Komondor, Puli and German Wirehaired Pointer 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
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointer: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer?
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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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Komondor or Puli or German Wirehaired Pointer? Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer energy level comparison:
Komondor dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Puli dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Komondor or Puli or German Wirehaired Pointer? 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.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Komondor or Puli or German Wirehaired Pointer?
Komondor dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Puli dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.

Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Komondor or Puli or German Wirehaired Pointer?
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. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Komondor has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Puli has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer coat comparison:
Dense
Wavy
Thick
Shaggy
Corded
Coarser Topcoat
Finer Undercoat
Dense
Curly
Wavy
Thick
Double
Woolly
Ribbon
Tangled
Heavy
Corded
Wiry
Colors
What are the original Komondor, Puli and German Wirehaired Pointer color?
White
Ivory
Black
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
White
Liver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Komondor or Puli or German Wirehaired Pointer? Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Komondor requires a lot of grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Komondor or Puli or German Wirehaired Pointer? Komondor or Puli or {name3 shedding:
Komondor dogs shed none to minimal.
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Puli dogs shed none to minimal.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Komondor or Puli or German Wirehaired Pointer?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer?

Medium

The Komondor has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Puli has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Wirehaired Pointer 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.
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The Puli is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The German Wirehaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer 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.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Komondor or Puli or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?
Komondor dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Puli dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Komondor or Puli or German Wirehaired Pointer?
Komondor dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Puli dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Komondor or Puli or German Wirehaired Pointer?
Komondor dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Puli dogs are average friendly towards cats.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Komondor or Puli or German Wirehaired Pointer?
Komondor dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Puli dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer?
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
German Wirehaired Pointer 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
German Wirehaired Pointer 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.
German Wirehaired Pointers are commonly okay with elderly people.

Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer 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.
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Not really

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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Komondor or Puli or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which is better for autism?

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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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 Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer?

Not really

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

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

German Wirehaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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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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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 German Wirehaired Pointer 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.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Komondor and Puli and German Wirehaired Pointer have?
3-10 puppies 4-6 puppies 6-10 puppies

Komondor vs Puli vs German Wirehaired Pointer 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 1959 as a Sporting 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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs 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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
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
American Pet Registry, Inc.
The German Wirehaired Pointer Club of America

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