Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Komondor Versus Papipoo: Introduction
- Komondor versus Papipoo: Overview
- Komondor versus Papipoo: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Komondor and the Papipoo
- The Similarities Between the Komondor and the Papipoo
- Size (Weight and Height) of Komondor versus Papipoo
- Lifespan of Komondor versus Papipoo
- Price of Komondor versus Price of Papipoo
- Tolerates Being Alone: Komondor versus Papipoo
- Do Komondors shed more than Papipoos?
- Which one drools more, the Komondor or the Papipoo
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Komondor or the Papipoo?
- Does the Komondor Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Papipoo?
- Do Komondors Bark and Howl? What about Papipoos?
- Can Komondors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Papipoos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Komondor vs. Papipoo
- Can Komondors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Papipoos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Komondor or the Papipoo?
- Are Komondors good family dogs? What about Papipoos?
- How Kid-friendly are Komondors and Papipoos?
- Is the Komondor Easier to Train than the Papipoo?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Komondor
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papipoo
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Komondor versus Papipoo. Which One is a Better Pet?
Komondor Versus Papipoo: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Komondor and the Papipoo? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Komondor and the Papipoo better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Komondor and the Papipoo.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Komondor and the Papipoo is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Komondor and for the Papipoo. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Komondor and the Papipoo.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Komondor or the Papipoo.
Komondor versus Papipoo: Overview
A very important difference between the Komondor and the Papipoo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Komondor is a large-sized dog while the Papipoo is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Komondor belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
On the other hand, the Papipoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Komondor versus Papipoo: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Komondor to the Papipoo based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Komondor and the Papipoo
Factor | Komondor | Papipoo |
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Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 5/5 |
Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 10 to 14 years |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 2/5 |
General Health | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 3/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Height | 25 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 to 11 inches |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Easy To Train | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Weight | 80 to 100 pounds | 6 to 14 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 12.0 years |
Average Price | $840 | $1500 |
Price Range | $550 – $800 | $1500 – $1500 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Komondor in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Papipoo. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Komondor is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Papipoo is 87 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Papipoo is a better pet than the Komondor. So, you should get the Papipoo!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Komondor and the Papipoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Komondor and the Papipoo
Below is a list of where the Komondor and the Papipoo are most different:
The Similarities Between the Komondor and the Papipoo
The Komondor and the Papipoo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Komondor and the Papipoo are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Komondor versus Papipoo
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Komondor and the Papipoo.
Komondors weigh 80 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Komondors are 25 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Papipoos weigh 6 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Papipoos are 10 to 11 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Komondor versus Papipoo
The lifespan of Komondors is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Komondors is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Papipoos is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Papipoos is 12.0 years.
Papipoos live longer than Komondors.
Price of Komondor versus Price of Papipoo
The average price of the Komondor puppy is $840. The price of the Komondor typically ranges from $550 – $800. However, the price of a Komondor can be as low as $500 and as high as $1800. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 17 Komondor puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Papipoo puppy is $1500. The price of the Papipoo typically ranges from $1500 – $1500. However, the price of the Papipoo can be as low as $1500 and as high as $1500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1 Papipoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Papipoo is more expensive than the Komondor.
Komondor | Papipoo | |
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Average Price | $840 | $1500 |
Price Range | $550 to $800 | $1500 to $1500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Komondor and Papipoo. For different price points, the charts show how many Komondor puppies or how many Papipoo puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Komondors. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Papipoos
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Komondor puppy or the Papipoo puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Tolerates Being Alone: Komondor versus Papipoo
Komondors do not like to be left alone.
Papipoos do not like to be left alone.
Do Komondors shed more than Papipoos?
Komondors shed moderately.
Papipoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Komondor or the Papipoo
Komondors do have a very low tendency to drool.
Papipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Komondor or the Papipoo?
Komondors require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Papipoos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Komondor Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Papipoo?
Komondors have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Papipoos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Komondors Bark and Howl? What about Papipoos?
Komondors are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Papipoos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Komondors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Papipoos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Komondors can very well tolerate cold weather.
Papipoos cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Komondor vs. Papipoo
Komondors have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Papipoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Komondors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Papipoos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Komondors can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Papipoos can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Komondor or the Papipoo?
Komondors do not get along well with other dogs.
Papipoos get along very well with other dogs.
Are Komondors good family dogs? What about Papipoos?
Komondors are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Papipoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Komondors and Papipoos?
Komondors get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Papipoos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Komondor Easier to Train than the Papipoo?
Komondors are very easy to train.
Papipoos are very easy to train.
Is the Komondor Better for Apartment Owners than the Papipoo?
Komondors do not adapt well to apartment living.
Papipoos adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Komondor or the Papipoo?
Komondors are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Papipoos are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Komondor
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Komondor that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Komondor:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papipoo
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Papipoo that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Papipoo:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Komondor and how the Papipoo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Komondor and of the Papipoo to other breeds:
Komondor Versus Other Dog Breeds
Komondor versus Beagle Komondor versus Biewer Terrier Komondor versus Golden Cocker Retriever Komondor versus Labrador Retriever Komondor versus Bernedoodle Komondor versus Shih Tzu Komondor versus English Toy Spaniel Komondor versus Pomchi Komondor versus Boerboel Komondor versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Komondor versus Sealyham Terrier Komondor versus Irish Setter Komondor versus Basset Hound Komondor versus Catahoula Bulldog Komondor versus Afador Komondor versus Frenchton Komondor versus Redbone Coonhound Komondor versus Great Pyrenees Komondor versus Chinese Crested Komondor versus Bullmastiff Komondor versus Black and Tan Coonhound Komondor versus Italian Greyhound Komondor versus Bichon Frise Komondor versus Bordoodle Komondor versus Chinese Crested
Papipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Papipoo versus Cane Corso Papipoo versus Brittany Papipoo versus American Hairless Terrier Papipoo versus Yorkipoo Papipoo versus Korean Jindo Dog Papipoo versus Bulldog Papipoo versus Newfoundland Papipoo versus Frenchton Papipoo versus French Bulldog Papipoo versus Chi-Poo Papipoo versus Coton de Tulear Papipoo versus American Eskimo Dog Papipoo versus Sloughi Papipoo versus Airedale Terrier Papipoo versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Papipoo versus Xoloitzcuintli Papipoo versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Papipoo versus Scottish Deerhound Papipoo versus Shetland Sheepdog Papipoo versus Mountain Cur Papipoo versus Chi-Poo Papipoo versus French Bulldog Papipoo versus Goldendoodle Papipoo versus Catahoula Bulldog Papipoo versus Spinone Italiano
Conclusion: Komondor versus Papipoo. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Komondor and the Papipoo better suits you and your family.