Which is Better between the Afador and the Komondor?

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Afador Versus Komondor: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Afador and the Komondor? 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 Afador and the Komondor 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 Afador and the Komondor.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Afador and the Komondor 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 Afador and for the Komondor. 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 Afador and the Komondor.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Afador or the Komondor.

Afador versus Komondor: Overview

Both the Afador and the Komondor are similar in size. The Afador and the Komondor are both large-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Afador belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, 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.

Afador versus Komondor: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Afador to the Komondor 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 Afador and the Komondor

Factor Afador Komondor
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 1/5
Easy To Train 1/5 4/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 12 years
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 2/5
Height 20 to 29 inches 25 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 5/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Weight 50 to 75 pounds 80 to 100 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 11.0 years
Price Range No Data $600 – $800
Average Price No Data $750
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Dentition
  • Eye Examination- min age 9 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Afador 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 Komondor. 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 Afador is 59 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Komondor is 70 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Komondor is a better pet than the Afador. So, you should get the Komondor!

    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 Afador and the Komondor so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Afador and the Komondor

    Below is a list of where the Afador and the Komondor are most different:

    • Afadors are not easy to train. However, Komondors are very easy to train.
    • Afadors do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful. However, Komondors do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.

    The Similarities Between the Afador and the Komondor

    The Afador and the Komondor are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Afador and the Komondor are most similar:

    • Both the Afador and the Komondor do not adapt well to apartment living.
    • Both the Afador and the Komondor are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
    • Both the Afador and the Komondor are not very friendly towards strangers.
    • Both the Afador and the Komondor cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
    • Both the Afador and the Komondor do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
    • Both the Afador and the Komondor require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
    • Both the Afador and the Komondor can tolerate cold weather.
    • Both the Afador and the Komondor are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Afador and the Komondor shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
    • Both the Afador and the Komondor gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
    • Both the Afador and the Komondor are prone to nip and chew at things.
    • Both the Afador and the Komondor are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Afador and the Komondor have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
    • Both the Afador and the Komondor require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
    • Both the Afador and the Komondor are highly intelligent.

    Size Comparison of Afador versus Komondor

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Afador and the Komondor.

    Afadors weigh 50 to 75 pounds when fully grown. Afadors are 20 to 29 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Komondors weigh 80 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Komondors are 25 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Afador versus Komondor

    The lifespan of Afadors is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Afadors is 11.0 years.

    The lifespan of Komondors is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Komondors is 11.0 years.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Afador versus Komondor

    Afadors can be left alone only for a short time.

    Komondors do not like to be left alone.

    Do Afadors shed more than Komondors?

    Afadors shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Komondors shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Afador or the Komondor

    Afadors drool moderately.

    Komondors do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Afador or the Komondor?

    Afadors require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Komondors require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Afador Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Komondor?

    Afadors have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    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.

    Do Afadors Bark and Howl? What about Komondors?

    Afadors are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Komondors are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Afadors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Komondors Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Afadors can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Komondors can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Afador vs. Komondor

    Afadors have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Komondors have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Afadors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Komondors Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Afadors cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Komondors can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Afador or the Komondor?

    Afadors get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Komondors do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Afadors good family dogs? What about Komondors?

    Afadors are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Komondors are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Afadors and Komondors?

    Afadors do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Komondors get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Afador Easier to Train than the Komondor?

    Afadors are not easy to train.

    Komondors are very easy to train.

    Is the Afador Better for Apartment Owners than the Komondor?

    Afadors do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Komondors do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Afador or the Komondor?

    Afadors are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Komondors are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Afador versus Komondor. 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 Afador and the Komondor better suits you and your family.