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Name	Newfoundland	Landseer	Kuvasz
Origins	Canada	Canada	Hungary
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Blackbear Newfie The Gentle Giant Newf	Landseer Newfoundland	Hungarian Kuvasz
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Newfoundland or Landseer or Kuvasz? Which is the smallest dog, Newfoundland or Landseer or Kuvasz?	Giant	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Newfoundland or Landseer or Landseer? Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz weight comparison:	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)	Male: 106-137 pounds (48-62 kg), Female: 82-110 pounds (37-50 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)	Male: 121 pounds (40 kg), Female: 96 pounds (48,5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Newfoundland or Landseer or Kuvasz? Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz height comparison:	Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm)	Male: 28.5-31.5 inches (72-80 cm), Female: 26.5-28.5 inches (67-72 cm)	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	Male: 28.5-31.5 inches (76 cm), Female: 26.5-28.5 inches (69.5 cm)	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Newfoundland or Landseer or Kuvasz? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$2000-$2500	$500-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Newfoundland or Landseer or Kuvasz?	Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Kuvasz is easier than average to get.

Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz intelligence:	Smart: The Newfoundland 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 Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz trainability comparison.	Newfoundland dogs are easy to train. See more.	Landseer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Newfoundland or Landseer or Kuvasz?	Newfoundland dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Landseer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Kuvasz dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Newfoundland or Landseer or Kuvasz? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Newfoundland dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Landseer dogs are average defenders. See more.	Kuvasz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Newfoundland or Landseer or Kuvasz? Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz behavior/temperament comparison:	Courageous Intelligent Loyal Gentle Social Sweet Cheerful	Playful Loving Courageous Intelligent Patient Generous	Independent Clownish Protective Intelligent Patient Loyal Fearless Faithful Brave Dependable Self-Confident
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.	Sensitive: Kuvasz dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz?	Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Landseer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Kuvasz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz social needs comparison:	Newfoundland dogs are a social breed. See more.	Landseer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Kuvasz dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Newfoundland dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Landseer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Kuvasz dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Newfoundland dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Landseer 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. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz playfulness comparison:	Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Landseer is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Kuvaszs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz?	Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Landseer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Kuvasz barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Newfoundland or Landseer or Kuvasz?	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 Newfoundland indoors.	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 Landseer indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kuvasz breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Newfoundland dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Landseer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Kuvasz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Newfoundland or Landseer or Kuvasz?	Newfoundland 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.	Landseer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Newfoundland or Landseer or Kuvasz?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Newfoundland bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Landseer bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Kuvasz 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 Newfoundland has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Landseer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kuvasz has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz mouthiness comparison:	Newfoundland dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Landseer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kuvasz dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Landseer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Kuvaszs are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Cystinuria Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Bloat Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Cystine Urolithiasis Obesity Cystinuria Megaesophagus Heatstroke Acquired Depigmentation Callus Dermatitis Sub-Aortic Stenosis (SAS)	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Eye Diseases Thyroid Disorder Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Osteochondrosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Landseer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Kuvasz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz lifespan comparison. How long do Newfoundland, Landseer and Kuvasz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years	9-11 years The average lifespan of Landseer: 10 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Kuvasz: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz?	Prefers cold weather The Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Landseer can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Newfoundland or Landseer or Kuvasz?	5 to 6 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	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? Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Landseer breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kuvasz's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz coat comparison:	Fluffy Waterproof Thick	Dense	Dense Wavy Double Coarser Topcoat Moderately Harsh Slightly Stiff Finer Downy Undercoat
Colors What are the original Newfoundland, Landseer and Kuvasz color?	Black Gray White Brown	Black White	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Newfoundland or Landseer or Kuvasz? Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Landseer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Kuvasz requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Newfoundland or Landseer or Kuvasz? Newfoundland or Landseer or {name3 shedding:	Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Landseer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kuvasz dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Newfoundland or Landseer or Kuvasz?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz 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, Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz?	High 🔼 The Newfoundland has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Landseer has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Kuvasz has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Newfoundland is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Landseer is an average drooler. See more.	The Kuvasz is an average drooler. See more.

Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Newfoundland dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Landseer dogs are generally with other pets.	Kuvasz dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Newfoundland or Landseer or Kuvasz? Which dog is more friendly?	Newfoundland dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Landseer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Kuvasz dogs are not the most 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 Newfoundland or Landseer or Kuvasz?	Newfoundland dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Landseer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Kuvasz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Newfoundland or Landseer or Kuvasz?	Newfoundland dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Landseer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Kuvasz dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Newfoundland or Landseer or Kuvasz?	Newfoundland dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Landseer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Kuvasz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz?	Yes Newfoundland dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Landseer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Kuvasz dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Newfoundland is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Landseer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kuvasz is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Newfoundlands are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Landseers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Kuvaszs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Newfoundland or Landseer or Kuvasz? 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.
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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?	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: Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz?	Yes Newfoundland breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Landseer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kuvasz 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.	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.

Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz 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 Newfoundland and Landseer and Kuvasz have?	4-12 puppies	4-10 puppies	8-12 puppies
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Newfoundland vs Landseer vs Kuvasz Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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 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	No data available

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