Komondor Breed Information

  Learn about this dog breed including behavior, physical characteristics, origins, history and more.

Komondor Breed Information

Learn all about Komondor dogs, read about the Komondor breed information, find out about the Komondor Breed Standard, Komondor behavior and more.

Komondor Breed Introduction

The Komondor breed is a relatively ancient sheepherding breed of dog that is still very protective of its families. Komandor dogs are known as being quite independent minded.

The Komondor's Behavior

Source: Wikipedia.

Recommended for: pet, working dog

The Komondor dog breed is said to be very protective of its families and somewhat aggressive toward strangers. As a herding breed, this dog needs plenty of outdoor activity.

Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.

The Komondor's Physical Characteristics

Here are some of the characteristics of the Komondor breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.

• Size: males: 27½ inches, 100 pounds; females: 25½ inches, 80 pounds
• Coat: dense coat in characteristic cords
• Color: white
• Eyes: medium-sized, almond-shaped
• Ears: triangular and slightly rounded at tips
• Muzzle: wide
• Nose: wide, with wide nostrils
• Tail: long, hanging, slightly curved

The Komondor's Origins and History

Source: Wikipedia.

Country/Region of Origin: Hungary, originally possibly Asia

Original purpose: sheep herding

Name: uncertain, possibly from the Cuman (Koman) people who once lived near the Yellow River, with Koman-dor meaning, "Koman dog." plural: "Komondorok"

History: in the US, the Komondor is still used to guard livestock

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