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Komondor vs Puli vs Golden Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Hungarian Komondor or Hungarian Water Dog or Golden Flat Coat? Find the right dog for you

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Name Komondor Puli Golden Retriever
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever breeds.
Hungarian Komondor
Hungarian Sheepdog
Mop Dog
Hungarian Water Dog
Puli Dog
Puli Kutya
Pulik
Hungarian Puli
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Komondor vs Puli vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is the largest?
Large Medium Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges.
125 pounds (59 kg) Male: 25-35 pounds (11-16 kg), Female: 20-30 pounds (9-14 kg) Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 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) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Komondor or Puli or Golden Retriever? Komondor vs Puli vs Golden Retriever height comparison:
25.5 inches (65 cm) Male: 16-17½ inches (41-46 cm), Female: 14½-16 inches (36-41 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 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: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Komondor vs Puli vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1200 $1000-$1200 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Komondor or Puli or Golden Retriever?
Frequent: The Komondor is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Puli is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Komondor vs Puli vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which breed ranks highest?
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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Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which is easiest to train?
Komondor dogs are easy to train.
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Puli dogs are easy to train.
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Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most alert?
Komondor dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Puli dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most protective?
Komondor dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Puli dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Komondor vs Puli vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever? Compare temperaments.
Independent
Affectionate
Gentle
Steady
Fearless
Calm
Agile
Energetic
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
Faithful
Smart
Home-Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
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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Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Komondor vs Puli vs Golden Retriever?
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: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Komondor vs Puli vs Golden Retriever 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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Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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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Golden Retriever 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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Puli dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Golden Retriever 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 Puli vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most vocal?
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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Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Komondors, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Puli is a playful breed.
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The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Komondor breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Puli breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.

Komondor vs Puli vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most flexible?
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.
Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Komondor or Puli or Golden Retriever?
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.
Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Komondor vs Puli vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Komondor has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Puli has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Komondor bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Puli bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Komondor vs Puli vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Komondor: 11 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Puli: 14 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. 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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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. 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.
The Puli is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
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.
Average
The Puli should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Komondor vs Puli vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Komondor vs Puli vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:
No data available No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Komondor vs Puli vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most active?
Komondor dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Puli dogs are high-energy dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Komondor vs Puli vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Komondor or Puli or Golden Retriever? 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.
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Komondor or Puli or Golden Retriever?
Komondor dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Puli dogs don't need too much sleep.
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

Komondor vs Puli vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which is most prone to obesity?
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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High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which needs most food?
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.

Komondor vs Puli vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. What colors are available?
White
Ivory
Black
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Golden
Light
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most maintenance?
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 Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which drools 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 Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Komondor has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Puli has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Wavy
Thick
Shaggy
Corded
Coarser Topcoat
Finer Undercoat
Dense
Curly
Wavy
Thick
Double
Woolly
Ribbon
Tangled
Heavy
Corded
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. 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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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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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Komondor or Puli or Golden Retriever? 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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Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Komondor vs Puli vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which is best with kids?
Komondor dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Puli dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever 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.
Puli dogs are generally with other pets.
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Komondor or Puli or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Komondor dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Puli dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Komondor or Puli or Golden Retriever?
Komondor dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Puli dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Komondor or Puli or Golden Retriever?
Komondor dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Puli dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Komondor vs Puli vs Golden Retriever?
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
Golden Retriever 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.
Yes
Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds 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.
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Komondor vs Puli vs Golden Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. 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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. 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

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

Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. 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, Puli, and Golden Retriever. 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 Puli vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which has most puppies?
3-10 puppies 4-6 puppies 5-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. 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 Puli vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. How are they classified?
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 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. How are they classified internationally?
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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Komondor, Puli, and Golden Retriever. Which has most recognition?
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

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