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Name	Maremma Sheepdog	Great Pyrenees	Komondor
Origins	Italy	Spain France	Hungary
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Abruzzese Sheepdog Abruzzo Sheepdog Maremma Maremmano Maremmano-Abruzzese Pastore Abruzzese Pastore Maremmano Cane da Pastore	Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées Chien Des Pyrénées Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus Montañés Del Pirineo Patou Great Pyrenees	Hungarian Komondor Hungarian Sheepdog Mop Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Komondor? Which is the smallest dog, Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Komondor?	Large	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Great Pyrenees? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor weight comparison:	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)	125 pounds (59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 85 pounds (38.5 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)	125 pounds (59 kg)
Height Which is taller, Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Komondor? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor height comparison:	24-29 inches (60-73 cm)	Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)	25.5 inches (65 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	26.5 inches (66.5 cm)	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)	25.5 inches (65 cm)

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Komondor? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$500-$600	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Komondor?	Average: The Maremma Sheepdog is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Komondor is easier than average to get.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor trainability comparison.	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. See more.	Komondor dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Komondor?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Komondor dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Komondor? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Komondor dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Komondor? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor behavior/temperament comparison:	Dignified Alert Intelligent Friendly Loyal Determined	Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless	Independent Affectionate Gentle Steady Fearless Calm
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: Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor?	High: Maremma Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Komondor dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor social needs comparison:	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. See more.	Komondor dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Komondor is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Komondor dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor playfulness comparison:	Average: Maremma Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Komondors, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor?	Low to Average: The Maremma Sheepdog rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. See more.	Average to High: The Komondor is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Komondor?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Maremma Sheepdog indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Komondor breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Maremma Sheepdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Komondor dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Komondor?	Maremma Sheepdog 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.	Great Pyrenees 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Komondor?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Maremma Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Komondor bite force: Ordinary.
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 Maremma Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Komondor has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor mouthiness comparison:	Maremma Sheepdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Komondor dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor health comparison. Which is the healthier: Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor?	The Maremma Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.	The Komondor 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: Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Obesity	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Maremma Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Komondor should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor lifespan comparison. How long do Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees and Komondor breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Maremma Sheepdog: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Komondor: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor?	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 cold weather The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	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.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Komondor?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Maremma Sheepdog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Komondor has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor coat comparison:	Rough Thick Double	Dense Double	Dense Wavy Thick Shaggy Corded Coarser Topcoat Finer Undercoat
Colors What are the original Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees and Komondor color?	White Yellow	White	White Ivory
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Komondor? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor grooming comparison:	Average: The Maremma Sheepdog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Komondor requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Komondor? Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or {name3 shedding:	Maremma Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. See more.	Komondor 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: Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Komondor?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor?	Medium ⏺ The Maremma Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Komondor has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Maremma Sheepdog is an average drooler. See more.	The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Komondor is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Komondor dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Komondor? Which dog is more friendly?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Komondor dogs are not 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 Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Komondor?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Komondor dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Komondor?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Komondor dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Komondor?	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Komondor dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor?	Yes Maremma Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Komondor dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Maremma Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Pyrenees is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Komondor is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Maremma Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.	Komondors are usually recommended for elderly people.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor 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: Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Komondor? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor?	Not really Maremma Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Komondor 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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes 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.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor 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 Maremma Sheepdog and Great Pyrenees and Komondor have?	5-9 puppies	6-9 puppies	3-10 puppies
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Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain 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	No data available

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