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Name	Mudi	Bukovina Sheepdog	Leonberger
Origins	Hungary	Romania	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Canis Ovilis Fenyesi Hungarian Mudi	Bucovina Shepherd Bucovina Wolf Dog Bukovina Bukovinak Caine Ciobanesc de Bucovina Capau Ciobanesc de Bucovina Dulau Southeastern European Shepherd Bucovina Sheepdog	Gentle Giant Gentle Lion Leonbergi Leo
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Mudi or Bukovina Sheepdog or Leonberger? Which is the smallest dog, Mudi or Bukovina Sheepdog or Leonberger?	Medium	Large Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Mudi or Bukovina Sheepdog or Bukovina Sheepdog? Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger weight comparison:	18-29 pounds (8-13 kg)	Male: 110–200 pounds (50–90 kg), Female: 110–180 pounds (50–80 kg)	Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	23.5 pounds (10.5 kg)	Male: 155 pounds (70 kg), Female: 145 pounds (65 kg)	Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Mudi or Bukovina Sheepdog or Leonberger? Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger height comparison:	15-19 inches (38-48 cm)	Male: 27–31 inch (68–78 cm), Female: 25–28 inch (64–72 cm)	Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 29 inch (73 cm), Female: 26.5 inch (68 cm)	Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)

Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Mudi or Bukovina Sheepdog or Leonberger? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$700-$1000	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Mudi or Bukovina Sheepdog or Leonberger?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.

Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger intelligence:	Smart: The Mudi dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger trainability comparison.	Mudi dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Mudi or Bukovina Sheepdog or Leonberger?	Mudi dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Mudi or Bukovina Sheepdog or Leonberger? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Mudi dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Mudi or Bukovina Sheepdog or Leonberger? Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Lively Gentle Watchful Companionable Adaptable Guarding Keen to Work	Courageous Devoted Calm	Loving Obedient Loyal Fearless Companionable Adaptable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Mudi dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger?	High: Mudi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger social needs comparison:	Mudi dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Mudi dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Leonberger dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger playfulness comparison:	Average: Mudis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdogs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Leonberger is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger?	Average: The Mudi barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Bukovina Sheepdog rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Mudi or Bukovina Sheepdog or Leonberger?	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 Mudi indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bukovina Sheepdog breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Mudi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Bukovina Sheepdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Leonberger dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Mudi or Bukovina Sheepdog or Leonberger?	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.	Leonberger dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger health comparison. Which is the healthier: Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger?	Mudis are commonly healthy dogs.	Bukovina Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Bloat Entropion Inherited Polyneuropathy Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Eosinophilic Panosteitis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Mudi should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Bukovina Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger lifespan comparison. How long do Mudi, Bukovina Sheepdog and Leonberger breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Mudi: 14 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bukovina Sheepdog: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	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 Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Mudi or Bukovina Sheepdog or Leonberger?	1 to 1.5 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.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Mudi has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bukovina Sheepdog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger coat comparison:	Dense Curly Wavy Shiny Short	Rough Thick	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Mudi, Bukovina Sheepdog and Leonberger color?	Black Gray White Brown Fawn Blue-Grey Black Merle Ash coloured (blue grey)	Clear white Black with red-fawn reflections White-beige with distinct patches of grey	Red Brown Yellow Sandy Reddish Mahogany
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Mudi or Bukovina Sheepdog or Leonberger? Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger grooming comparison:	Average: The Mudi requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Bukovina Sheepdog requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Mudi or Bukovina Sheepdog or Leonberger? Mudi or Bukovina Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:	Mudi dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs shed above average. See more.	Leonberger dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Mudi or Bukovina Sheepdog or Leonberger?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger?	Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bukovina Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Leonberger has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Mudi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bukovina Sheepdog is an average drooler. See more.	The Leonberger is an average drooler. See more.

Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Mudi dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Leonberger dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Mudi or Bukovina Sheepdog or Leonberger? Which dog is more friendly?	Mudi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Mudi or Bukovina Sheepdog or Leonberger?	Mudi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Mudi or Bukovina Sheepdog or Leonberger?	Mudi dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Mudi or Bukovina Sheepdog or Leonberger?	Mudi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Leonberger dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger?	Yes Mudi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Leonberger dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Mudi is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Bukovina Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Leonberger is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Mudis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bukovina Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Leonbergers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger 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: Mudi or Bukovina Sheepdog or Leonberger? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger?	Not really Mudi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bukovina Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Leonberger 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?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really 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.

Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger 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 Mudi and Bukovina Sheepdog and Leonberger have?	5-8 puppies	4-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Mudi vs Bukovina Sheepdog vs Leonberger Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 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.	Not recognized by FCI.	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	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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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