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Compare Maremma Sheepdog and Great Pyrenees. Which is better: Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Komondor?
Name | Maremma Sheepdog | Great Pyrenees | Komondor |
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Group | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 398 | 66 | 163 |
Reviews | 5 | 5 | 1 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor breeds. |
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 |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which breed is the largest? | Large | Giant | Large |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor? Compare adult weight ranges. | 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 Range
Compare puppy costs for Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Find price differences between these breeds. | $600-$800 | $500-$600 | $800-$1200 |
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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
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which breed ranks highest? | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which is easiest to train? | Maremma Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. | Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. | Komondor dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which breed is most alert? | Maremma Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. | Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Komondor dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which breed is most protective? | Maremma Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory. | Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. | Komondor dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor? Compare temperaments. |
Dignified Alert Intelligent Friendly Loyal Determined |
Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless |
Independent Affectionate Gentle Steady Fearless Calm |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | 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: Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor? | High: Maremma Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Average: Komondor dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. |
Social Needs
Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor social needs comparison: | Maremma Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. | Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. | Komondor dogs need for social interaction is average. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Maremma Sheepdog dogs are not the biggest explorers. | Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | The wanderlust potential of the Komondor is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Their prey drive is low. | Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Komondor dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. |
Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which breed is most vocal? | Low to Average: The Maremma Sheepdog rarely barks. | Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. | Average to High: The Komondor is a vocal breed. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Maremma Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. | Average: Komondors, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which adapts best to small spaces? | 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. |
Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which breed is most flexible? | 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. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
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 Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which has lowest bite risk? | 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. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which uses mouth most during play? | Maremma Sheepdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Komondor dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which has the strongest bite? | 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. |
Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which breed lives longest? |
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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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which handles climate changes best? | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers cold weather The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. | 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. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which has fewer health issues? | 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. |
Vet Care Frequency
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. |
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 |
Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which breed is most active? | 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. |
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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. |
Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which is most prone to obesity? | High: The Maremma Sheepdog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average: The Komondor has an average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which needs most food? | 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. |
Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. What colors are available? | White Yellow | White | White Ivory |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which requires most maintenance? | Average: The Maremma Sheepdog requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. | Advanced: The Komondor requires a lot of grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which drools least? | The Maremma Sheepdog is an average drooler. | The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Komondor is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which has least natural smell? | 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. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Rough Thick Double |
Dense Double |
Dense Wavy Thick Shaggy Corded Coarser Topcoat Finer Undercoat |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which requires most frequent baths? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
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. | Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. | Komondor dogs shed none to minimal. |
Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which is best with kids? | Maremma Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Komondor dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
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. |
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 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 Capability
Compare service dog potential between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. 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. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. 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. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Maremma Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Komondor breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which is best for draft work? | 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. | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. 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. |
Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which has most puppies? | 5-9 puppies | 6-9 puppies | 3-10 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Komondor Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. How are they classified? | 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. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. 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 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. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Komondor. Which has most recognition? |
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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