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Komondor

Hungarian Sheepdog, Kiraly

The Komondor looks like a real giant mop, and has not only a very special look, but also some very specific skills. This perfect herding dog is always on the lookout and spends most of his time guarding and protecting his territory. This excellent family dog does the same with his own. He is a born protector. For those who want a dog that is different, original, faithful, courageous and will stop at nothing to protect his family, the Komondor is the perfect choice.

Height 55 to 80 cm

Weight 40 to 60 kg

Life expectancy 10 to 12 years

Hair Loss Medium

Excercise Need High

Home country Hungary

Index

Personality Appearance Characteristics Price Breeders Tips Health History

Quick Overview of the Komondor

Temperament

Calm
Very attached to his family
Brave and daring

Appearance

Strong and very muscular body
White or ivory dress
Thick, corded coat

Health

No particular pathology

Temperament of the Komondor

An excellent family dog, the puppy loves to play, but as an adult, he becomes calm and his guardian instincts naturally take over. Very attached to his family, he will protect them no matter what.

Courageous and daring, he has the ability to analyze and take initiative, that allows him to keep a good eye on his territory. He instinctively protects his own and his property.

Socialization must be instilled at a very young age to prevent him from developing the habit of biting once adult.

Breed Appearance

His distinctive silhouette is strong and very muscular.

This large, well built dog hides his strength and muscles under a thick layer of long hair that can sometimes even reach the ground.

His rope-like appearance is peculiar to the Komondor, leaving an impression of walking mop.

Height

Between 65 and 80 cm (25.59 to 31.50 inches) for the male
Between 55 and 70 cm (21.65 to 27.56 inches) for the female

Weight

Between 50 and 60 kg (110.23 to 132.28 pounds) for the male
Between 40 and 50 kg (88.18 to 110.23 pounds) for the female

Color

His dress is white or ivory.

Hair

His hair's coat is thick and corded and has an undercoat.

Morphology

His head has a convex skull which is wider than the muzzle and has a well defined stop.

His eyes are dark brown. His hanging v-shaped ears are set high. His nose is black. His very bushy tail is slightly curved.

According to the FCI breeds nomenclature, this breed belongs to group 1, section 1 and is #53

Characteristics of the Komondor

Does this dog suit your lifestyle?

Every dog breed has its own characteristics. However, the actual character of a dog can vary from one to another within the same breed.

Life in an apartment

Good first dog

Tolerates solitude

Tolerates cold weather

Tolerates hot weather

Affectionate

Friendly with children

Friendly with strangers

Friendly with other animals

Hair loss

Drooling level

Easy to care for

Robust health

Easy to train

Intelligent

Tendency to bark

Tendency to nibble

Protective

Instinct to hunt

Adventurous spirit

Energy level

Level of intensity

Need for exercise

Playful

Price and monthly budget

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Tips About this breed

His imposing mass and well-being still require a minimum of living space.

A garden or a large plot of land will be particularly beneficial to him, but he must live in continuous contact with his master.

This funny specimen is an excellent defense, protection and guard dog, but also an adorable family dog.

His mistrust is natural and comes from his herding ancestors. His education must be rigorous and precocious and advocate hierarchy and socialization with those of his species.

His strong temperament can make him aggressive, and he will tend to become leader of the pack if he is not properly educated. It is imperative to start his education early.

Health of the Komondor

Very sturdy and solid, this dog generally enjoys excellent health and longevity for his size. No particular pathology affects the breed.

GROOMING

Even if his appearance seems to require a difficult and complicated maintenance, it is not.

No special maintenance, not even brushing, is required. For hygienic reasons, and in order to preserve the health of his immense corded fleece, it is recommended to bathe him regularly.

For novices in the field, it is preferable to place your dog in the hands of expert canine grooming professionals.

History of this breed

This very old breed of Hungarian Shepherd Dogs is believed to be of Asian origin. Although his origins are not officially known, some say he arrived with the Magyars in Hungary towards the end of the 11th century.

His primitive ancestors, having accompanied this ancient nomadic people that relied on cattle breeding, lived at that time in the plain bounded by the Carpathian mountains, extending over the territories of Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Poland, Ukraine, the Czech Republic, Serbia and Romania.

It was in 1960 that the standard was established and the FCI recognized the breed. He is an excellent herdsman; protective, and very efficient against predators such as wolves and bears. Today, as a companion dog, he has retained his primitive instincts of guarding and protecting his territory.

References

www.wikipedia.com

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