Komondor
A Hungarian giant covered in long white cords, the Komondor is an imposing, calm and highly protective livestock guardian.
Komondor vs Puli
Side by side
| Trait | Komondor | Puli |
|---|---|---|
| Group | Sheepdogs and cattle dogs | Sheepdogs and cattle dogs |
| Size | Giant | Medium |
| Weight | 40–60 kg | 10–15 kg |
| Height at withers | 60–80 cm | 36–45 cm |
| Life expectancy | 10–12 years | 12–16 years |
| Energy | ||
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| With other dogs | ||
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| Heat tolerance | ||
| Apartment | Not recommended | Yes |
Key differences
- Heavier: Komondor (about 50 kg vs 12.5 kg on average)
- Taller: Komondor (about 70 cm vs 40.5 cm on average)
- Longer life expectancy: Puli (about 14 years vs 11 years on average)
- Suited to apartments: Puli only
Gaps counted as key differences: more than 20% in average weight, more than 10% in average height, at least 2 years in average life expectancy, or at least 2 points on a rating.
Which one is right for you?
A quick guide based on the ratings above. Every dog is an individual: spend time with the breed and talk to breeders, rescue organisations or a veterinarian before deciding.
- Apartment living
- Puli is the better fitBased on apartment suitability and energy.
- Family with children
- Both are similarBased on behaviour with children.
- First-time owner
- Both are similarBased on trainability, energy and grooming needs.
- Hot climate
- Both are similarBased on heat tolerance.
- Active owner
- Puli is the better fitBased on energy level.
Meet the two breeds
Puli
A small Hungarian herder with a corded coat, the Puli is lively, funny and very attached to its family.