Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Carolina Dog Versus Komondor: Introduction
- Carolina Dog versus Komondor: Overview
- Carolina Dog versus Komondor: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Carolina Dog and the Komondor
- The Similarities Between the Carolina Dog and the Komondor
- Size (Weight and Height) of Carolina Dog versus Komondor
- Lifespan of Carolina Dog versus Komondor
- Temperament of the Carolina Dog Versus the Komondor
- Price of Carolina Dog versus Price of Komondor
- Tolerates Being Alone: Carolina Dog versus Komondor
- Do Carolina Dogs shed more than Komondors?
- Which one drools more, the Carolina Dog or the Komondor
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Carolina Dog or the Komondor?
- Does the Carolina Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Komondor?
- Do Carolina Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Komondors?
- Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Komondors Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Carolina Dog vs. Komondor
- Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Komondors Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Carolina Dog or the Komondor?
- Are Carolina Dogs good family dogs? What about Komondors?
- How Kid-friendly are Carolina Dogs and Komondors?
- Is the Carolina Dog Easier to Train than the Komondor?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Carolina Dog
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Komondor
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Carolina Dog versus Komondor. Which One is a Better Pet?
Carolina Dog Versus Komondor: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog and the Komondor.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog or the Komondor.
Carolina Dog versus Komondor: Overview
A very important difference between the Carolina Dog and the Komondor is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Carolina Dog is a medium-sized dog while the Komondor is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Carolina Dog 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.
Carolina Dog versus Komondor: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog and the Komondor
| Factor | Carolina Dog | Komondor |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Height | 18 to 20 inches at the shoulder | 25 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 33 to 55 pounds | 80 to 100 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $500 | $840 |
| Price Range | $500 – $500 | $550 – $800 |
| Temperament Score | 66.7 percent | 90.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Komondor is 70 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Carolina Dog is a better pet than the Komondor. So, you should get the Carolina Dog!
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 Carolina Dog and the Komondor so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Carolina Dog and the Komondor
Below is a list of where the Carolina Dog and the Komondor are most different:
The Similarities Between the Carolina Dog and the Komondor
The Carolina Dog and the Komondor are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Carolina Dog and the Komondor are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Carolina Dog versus Komondor
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Carolina Dog and the Komondor.
Carolina Dogs weigh 33 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Carolina Dogs are 18 to 20 inches 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 Carolina Dog versus Komondor
The lifespan of Carolina Dogs is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Carolina Dogs is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Komondors is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Komondors is 11.0 years.
Carolina Dogs live longer than Komondors.
Temperament of the Carolina Dog Versus the Komondor
The Komondor has a better temperament than the Carolina Dog.
This is because the temperament score for the Komondor is 90.0 percent while the temperament score for the Carolina Dog is 66.7 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 66.7 percent, the Carolina Dog has a below-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 Carolina Dog and the Komondor by measuring the temperaments of 3 Carolina Dogs and 10 Komondors.
Price of Carolina Dog versus Price of Komondor
The average price of the Carolina Dog puppy is $500. The price of the Carolina Dog typically ranges from $500 – $500. However, the price of a Carolina Dog can be as low as $500 and as high as $500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 6 Carolina Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Komondor puppy is $840. The price of the Komondor typically ranges from $550 – $800. However, the price of the Komondor can be as low as $500 and as high as $1800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 17 Komondor puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Komondor is more expensive than the Carolina Dog.
| Carolina Dog | Komondor | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $500 | $840 |
| Price Range | $500 to $500 | $550 to $800 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Carolina Dog and Komondor. For different price points, the charts show how many Carolina Dog puppies or how many Komondor puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Carolina Dogs. 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 Carolina Dog 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: Carolina Dog versus Komondor
Carolina Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Komondors do not like to be left alone.
Do Carolina Dogs shed more than Komondors?
Carolina Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Komondors shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Carolina Dog or the Komondor
Carolina Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Komondors do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Carolina Dog or the Komondor?
Carolina Dogs are very easy to groom.
Komondors require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Carolina Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Komondor?
Carolina Dogs 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 Carolina Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Komondors?
Carolina Dogs 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 Carolina Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Komondors Tolerate Cold Weather?
Carolina Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Komondors can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Carolina Dog vs. Komondor
Carolina Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Komondors have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Komondors Tolerate Hot Weather?
Carolina Dogs can tolerate hot weather.
Komondors can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Carolina Dog or the Komondor?
Carolina Dogs get along very well with other dogs.
Komondors do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Carolina Dogs good family dogs? What about Komondors?
Carolina Dogs are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.
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Komondors are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Carolina Dogs and Komondors?
Carolina Dogs 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 Carolina Dog Easier to Train than the Komondor?
Carolina Dogs are not easy to train.
Komondors are very easy to train.
Is the Carolina Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Komondor?
Carolina Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Komondors do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Carolina Dog or the Komondor?
Carolina Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Komondors are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Carolina Dog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog:
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 Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Carolina Dog and how the Komondor compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Carolina Dog and of the Komondor to other breeds:
Carolina Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
Carolina Dog versus Black Mouth Cur Carolina Dog versus Dachshund Carolina Dog versus Dalmatian Carolina Dog versus Biewer Terrier Carolina Dog versus Samoyed Carolina Dog versus King Shepherd Carolina Dog versus Coton de Tulear Carolina Dog versus Puggle Carolina Dog versus Patterdale Terrier Carolina Dog versus Bordoodle Carolina Dog versus Shiba Inu Carolina Dog versus Boykin Spaniel Carolina Dog versus Spinone Italiano Carolina Dog versus Mastiff Carolina Dog versus Papipoo Carolina Dog versus Irish Setter Carolina Dog versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Carolina Dog versus Borzoi Carolina Dog versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Carolina Dog versus Dutch Shepherd Carolina Dog versus Norfolk Terrier Carolina Dog versus Boston Terrier Carolina Dog versus Jack Russell Terrier Carolina Dog versus Cesky Terrier Carolina Dog versus Beaglier
Komondor Versus Other Dog Breeds
Komondor versus Chi-Poo Komondor versus Border Terrier Komondor versus Silky Terrier Komondor versus Collie Komondor versus Spinone Italiano Komondor versus Belgian Tervuren Komondor versus American Water Spaniel Komondor versus Jack Russell Terrier Komondor versus Canaan Dog Komondor versus Lhasa Apso Komondor versus Pharaoh Hound Komondor versus Akbash Komondor versus Clumber Spaniel Komondor versus Flat-Coated Retriever Komondor versus Cocker Spaniel Komondor versus Valley Bulldog Komondor versus Peek A Poo Komondor versus Kai Ken Komondor versus Pomsky Komondor versus German Wirehaired Pointer Komondor versus Lhasapoo Komondor versus Afador Komondor versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Komondor versus Pekingese Komondor versus Peek A Poo
Conclusion: Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog and the Komondor better suits you and your family.