Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Borzoi Versus Komondor: Introduction
- Borzoi versus Komondor: Overview
- Borzoi versus Komondor: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Borzoi and the Komondor
- The Similarities Between the Borzoi and the Komondor
- Size Comparison of Borzoi versus Komondor
- Lifespan of Borzoi versus Komondor
- Temperament of the Borzoi Versus the Komondor
- Price of Borzoi versus Price of Komondor
- Health Problems of Borzoi versus Health Problems of Komondor
- Tolerates Being Alone: Borzoi versus Komondor
- Do Borzois shed more than Komondors?
- Which one drools more, the Borzoi or the Komondor
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Borzoi or the Komondor?
- Does the Borzoi Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Komondor?
- Do Borzois Bark and Howl? What about Komondors?
- Can Borzois Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Komondors Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Borzoi vs. Komondor
- Can Borzois Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Komondors Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Borzoi or the Komondor?
- Are Borzois good family dogs? What about Komondors?
- How Kid-friendly are Borzois and Komondors?
- Is the Borzoi Easier to Train than the Komondor?
- Conclusion: Borzoi versus Komondor. Which One is a Better Pet?
Borzoi Versus Komondor: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Borzoi 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 Borzoi 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 Borzoi and the Komondor.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Borzoi 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 Borzoi 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 Borzoi 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 Borzoi or the Komondor.
Borzoi versus Komondor: Overview
A very important difference between the Borzoi and the Komondor is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Borzoi is a giant-sized dog while the Komondor is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Borzoi belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
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.
Borzoi versus Komondor: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Borzoi 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 Borzoi and the Komondor
| Factor | Borzoi | Komondor |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 26 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder | 25 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 105 pounds | 80 to 100 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $1560 | $750 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $1500 | $600 – $800 |
| Temperament Score | 90.1 percent | 90.0 percent |
| 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 Borzoi 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 Borzoi is 82 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Komondor is 70 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Borzoi is a better pet than the Komondor. So, you should get the Borzoi!
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 Borzoi and the Komondor so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Borzoi and the Komondor
Below is a list of where the Borzoi and the Komondor are most different:
- Borzois are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Komondors are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
- Borzois get along well with other dogs. However, Komondors do not get along well with other dogs.
- Borzois are very friendly towards strangers. However, Komondors are not very friendly towards strangers.
- Borzois adapt well to apartment living. However, Komondors do not adapt well to apartment living.
- Borzois have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Komondors have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
The Similarities Between the Borzoi and the Komondor
The Borzoi and the Komondor are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Borzoi and the Komondor are most similar:
- Both the Borzoi and the Komondor do not like to be left alone.
- Both the Borzoi and the Komondor do not have the tendency to drool.
- Both the Borzoi and the Komondor are not prone to gaining weight easily.
- Both the Borzoi and the Komondor have low energy levels. They do not require a lot exercise time.
- Both the Borzoi and the Komondor do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
- Both the Borzoi and the Komondor can tolerate cold weather.
- Both the Borzoi and the Komondor are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
- Both the Borzoi and the Komondor are highly intelligent.
- Both the Borzoi and the Komondor have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
- Both the Borzoi and the Komondor are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
Size Comparison of Borzoi versus Komondor
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Borzoi and the Komondor.
Borzois weigh 55 to 105 pounds when fully grown. Borzois are 26 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder 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 Borzoi versus Komondor
The lifespan of Borzois is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Borzois is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Komondors is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Komondors is 11.0 years.
Temperament of the Borzoi Versus the Komondor
The Borzoi has a better temperament than the Komondor.
This is because the temperament score for the Borzoi is 90.1 percent while the temperament score for the Komondor is 90.0 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 90.1 percent, the Borzoi has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 90.0 percent, the Komondor has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Borzoi and the Komondor by measuring the temperaments of 111 Borzois and 10 Komondors.
Price of Borzoi versus Price of Komondor
The average price of the Borzoi puppy is $1560. The price of the Borzoi typically ranges from $1500 – $1500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 7 Borzoi puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Komondor puppy is $750. The price of the Komondor typically ranges from $600 – $800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 10 Komondor puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Borzoi is more expensive than the Komondor.
The charts below show the price distribution for the Borzoi and Komondor. For different price points, the charts show how many Borzoi puppies or how many Komondor puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Borzois. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Komondors
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Borzoi puppy or the Komondor 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.
Health Problems of Borzoi versus Health Problems of Komondor
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Borzoi and the Komondor are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Borzoi is prone to more genetic health problems than the Komondor.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Borzoi than for the Komondor.
6 health tests are recommended for Borzoi while 3 tests are recommended for the Komondor.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Borzois and in Komondors.
Borzoi Health Problems
Borzois are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Borzoi puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Borzoi puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Borzoi breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Borzois for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Borzois here.
Komondor Health Problems
Komondors are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Komondor puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Komondor puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Komondor breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Komondors for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Komondors here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Borzoi versus Komondor
Borzois do not like to be left alone.
Komondors do not like to be left alone.
Do Borzois shed more than Komondors?
Borzois shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Komondors shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Borzoi or the Komondor
Borzois do have a very low tendency to drool.
Komondors do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Borzoi or the Komondor?
Borzois are very easy to groom.
Komondors require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Borzoi Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Komondor?
Borzois 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 Borzois Bark and Howl? What about Komondors?
Borzois are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Komondors are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Borzois Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Komondors Tolerate Cold Weather?
Borzois can very well tolerate cold weather.
Komondors can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Borzoi vs. Komondor
Borzois 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 Borzois Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Komondors Tolerate Hot Weather?
Borzois can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Komondors can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Borzoi or the Komondor?
Borzois get along very well with other dogs.
Komondors do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Borzois good family dogs? What about Komondors?
Borzois 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 Borzois and Komondors?
Borzois get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Komondors get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Borzoi Easier to Train than the Komondor?
Borzois are fairly easy to train.
Komondors are very easy to train.
Is the Borzoi Better for Apartment Owners than the Komondor?
Borzois adapt very well to apartment living.
Komondors do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Borzoi or the Komondor?
Borzois are OK for new dog owners.
Komondors are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Conclusion: Borzoi 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 Borzoi and the Komondor better suits you and your family.