Komondor vs Rottweiler Comparison – Which dog is better Mop Dog or Rottie?

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Name	Komondor	Rottweiler
Origins	Hungary	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Mop Dog, Hungarian Sheepdog, Hungarian Komondor	Rottie, Rott
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Komondor vs Rottweiler breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred
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 1931 as a Working 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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 Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler Club
Price Which is cheaper, Komondor or Rottweiler? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Komondor and Rottweiler?	No data available	$1200-$2000
Availability	Frequent	Very frequent

Komondor vs Rottweiler General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Komondor or Rottweiler? Komondor vs Rottweiler size comparison:	Large	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Komondor or Rottweiler? Komondor vs Rottweiler weight comparison:	125 pounds (59 kg)	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	125 pounds (59 kg)	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)
Height Which is taller, Komondor or Rottweiler? Komondor vs Rottweiler height comparison:	25.5 inches (65 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	25.5 inches (65 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)

Komondor vs Rottweiler Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Komondor vs Rottweiler coat comparison:	Thick Coarser Topcoat Finer Undercoat Shaggy Dense Wavy Corded	Dense
Colors What are the original Komondor and Rottweiler color? Komondor vs Rottweiler color comparison:	White Ivory	Mahogany Tan Rust Black
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Komondor or Rottweiler? Komondor vs Rottweiler grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Komondor requires a lot of grooming.	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Komondor or Rottweiler? Komondor vs Rottweiler shedding:	Komondors shed none to minimal.	Rottweilers shed moderately.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Komondor or Rottweiler?	6-8 weeks Rarely.	4-6 weeks Average.

Komondor vs Rottweiler Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Komondor or Rottweiler? Komondor vs Rottweiler behavior/temperament comparison:	Affectionate Fearless Independent Calm Gentle Steady	Alert Fearless Independent Loyal Courageous Good-natured Intelligent Protective
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Komondor or Rottweiler smarter? Which is best? Komondor vs Rottweiler intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds.
Trainability Komondor vs Rottweiler trainability comparison. What's the difference between Komondor vs Rottweiler?	Komondors are easy to train.	Rottweilers are easy to train.
Playfulness Komondor vs Rottweiler playfulness comparison:	Komondors, like any other dog breed, like playing.	Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Komondor vs Rottweiler?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Komondor vs Rottweiler?	Komondors are average dogs regarding their affection level.	Rottweilers are average dogs regarding their affection level.
Social Needs Komondor vs Rottweiler social needs comparison:	Komondors need for social interaction is average.	Rottweilers need a lot of social interaction.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Komondor vs Rottweiler?	Average to high: The Komondor is a vocal breed.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Komondor or Rottweiler?	Komondors are one of the best watchdogs.	Rottweilers are one of the best watchdogs.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Komondors are extremely protective guard dogs.	Rottweilers are extremely protective guard dogs.
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low The Komondor has a low chance of biting somebody.	High The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Komondor or Rottweiler?	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Komondor vs Rottweiler mouthiness comparison:	Komondors have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Rottweilers have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Komondor vs Rottweiler?	Wanderlust potential of the Komondor is strong enough to escape from home.	Rottweilers tend to escape less than other breeds.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Komondor vs Rottweiler? Which can be better for hunting?	Komondors have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.	Rottweilers have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Komondor or Rottweiler?	Nem ajánlott lakásban tartani Komondor kutyafajtát.	Nem a legjobb választás Rottweiler, ha lakásban szeretnéd tartani, ugyanakkor alapos lemozgatással, napi többszöri sétával tolerálják a benti körülményeket is, így megoldható Rottweiler tartása lakásban.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Komondors adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Rottweilers adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Komondor or Rottweiler?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Rottweilers tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Fighting Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dog.

Komondor vs Rottweiler Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Komondor or Rottweiler? Which dog is more friendly?	Komondors are not stranger friendly dogs.	Rottweilers are not stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Komondor or Rottweiler?	Komondors are kid-friendly dogs.	Rottweilers are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Komondor or Rottweiler?	Komondors are cat-friendly dogs.	Rottweilers are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Komondor or Rottweiler?	Komondors are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Rottweilers are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Komondor vs Rottweiler?	No Komondors are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Rottweilers are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Komondor or Rottweiler? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Komondor is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Komondors are usually recommended for elderly people.	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Komondor vs Rottweiler?	Not really Komondor breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Komondors are usually friendly towards other pets.	Rottweilers are generally with other pets.
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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Komondor vs Rottweiler Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Komondor vs Rottweiler health comparison. Which is the healthier: Komondor vs Rottweiler?	The Komondor is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Komondor vs Rottweiler? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Komondor vs Rottweiler health problems comparison:	No data available	Allergies Aortic Stenosis Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Osteosarcoma Panosteitis Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Komondor vs Rottweiler?	Average The Komondor should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy Komondor vs Rottweiler lifespan comparison. How long do Komondor and Rottweiler breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Komondor and Rottweiler?	10-12 years	8-11 years
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Hypoallergenic Komondor vs Rottweiler hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a Komondor or Rottweiler? Komondor vs Rottweiler energy level comparison:	Komondors have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Rottweilers have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Komondor vs Rottweiler exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Komondor or Rottweiler? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Komondors have an average exercise need.	Rottweilers have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Komondor or Rottweiler?	Komondors like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Rottweilers are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Komondor or Rottweiler? Does the Komondor breed eat more than the Rottweiler breed?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 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 Rottweiler weight gain potential comparison:	Average.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to overweight.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Komondor vs Rottweiler?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Komondor or Rottweiler?	Medium The Komondor has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Komondor vs Rottweiler?	The Komondor is a perfect example for low drooling tendency.	The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.

Komondor vs Rottweiler Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can Komondor and Rottweiler have? Komondor vs Rottweiler litter size comparison:	3-10 puppies	8-12 puppies
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