Which is Better between the Frenchton and the Komondor? A Very Detailed Review.

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Frenchton Versus Komondor: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Frenchton and the Komondor? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Frenchton 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 Frenchton and the Komondor.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Frenchton 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 Frenchton 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Frenchton 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 Frenchton or the Komondor

Frenchton versus Komondor: Overview

A very important difference between the Frenchton and the Komondor is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Frenchton is a small-sized dog while the Komondor is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Frenchton 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.

Frenchton versus Komondor: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Frenchton 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.

Factor Frenchton Komondor
Height 11 to 14 inches 25 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
Weight 15 to 25 pounds 80 to 100 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 5/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $2130 $840
Price Range $1650 – $2500 $550 – $800
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Dentition
  • Eye Examination- min age 9 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Frenchton 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 a Frenchton is 95 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Komondor is 70 out of 125.

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

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Frenchton and the Komondor

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

  • Frenchtons adapt well to apartment living. However, Komondors do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Frenchtons are good for new dog owners. However, Komondors are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Frenchtons get along well with other dogs. However, Komondors do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Frenchtons are very friendly towards strangers. However, Komondors are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Frenchtons are very easy to groom. However, Komondors require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • The Similarities Between the Frenchton and the Komondor

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

  • Both the Frenchton and the Komondor do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Komondor are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Komondor are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Komondor have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Komondor shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Komondor are very easy to train.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Komondor are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Komondor are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Komondor are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Frenchton versus Komondor

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

    Frenchtons weigh 15 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Frenchtons are 11 to 14 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.

    Price of Frenchton versus Price of Komondor

    The average price of the Frenchton puppy is $2130. The price of the Frenchton typically ranges from $1650 – $2500. However, the price of a Frenchton can be as low as $800 and as high as $8000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 230 Frenchton 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 a 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 Frenchton is more expensive than the Komondor.

    Frenchton Komondor
    Average Price $2130 $840
    Price Range $1650 to $2500 $550 to $800

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Frenchton and Komondor. For different price points, the charts show how many Frenchton puppies or how many Komondor puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Frenchtons. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Frenchtons. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Komondors

    A breakdown of the prices of Komondors

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Frenchton 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 from 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 one of those puppy mills that 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: Frenchton versus Komondor

    Frenchtons do not like to be left alone.

    Komondors do not like to be left alone.

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

    Frenchtons 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.

    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.

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

    Frenchtons can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Komondors can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Can Frenchtons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Komondors Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Frenchtons 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 one drools more, the Frenchton or the Komondor

    Frenchtons drool moderately.

    Komondors do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Do Frenchtons Bark and Howl? What about Komondors?

    Frenchtons bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Frenchton vs. Komondor

    Frenchtons 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.

    Do Frenchtons shed more than Komondors?

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

    Komondors shed moderately.

    Is the Frenchton Easier to Train than the Komondor?

    Frenchtons are very easy to train.

    Komondors are very easy to train.

    Is the Frenchton Better for Apartment Owners than the Komondor?

    Frenchtons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Komondors do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Frenchtons are very good for new dog owners.

    Komondors are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Are Frenchtons good family dogs? What about Komondors?

    Frenchtons 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 Frenchtons and Komondors?

    Frenchtons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

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

    Frenchtons get along very well with other dogs.

    Komondors do not get along well with other dogs.

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

    Frenchtons are very easy to groom.

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

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Frenchton

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Frenchton 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 Frenchton:

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (77 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Komondor vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
  • Japanese Spitz (75 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Komondor vs Japanese Spitz.
  • Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier (77 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Komondor vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
  • 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:

  • Belgian Tervuren (70 percent match with Komondor). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Belgian Tervuren.
  • Black Russian Terrier (70 percent match with Komondor). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Black Russian Terrier.
  • Giant Schnauzer (72 percent match with Komondor). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Giant Schnauzer.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Frenchton and how the Komondor compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Frenchton and of the Komondor to other breeds:

    Frenchton Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Frenchton versus Bearded Collie     Frenchton versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Frenchton versus Cocker Spaniel     Frenchton versus Cocker Spaniel     Frenchton versus Beaglier     Frenchton versus Siberian Husky     Frenchton versus American Water Spaniel     Frenchton versus Norwegian Buhund     Frenchton versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Frenchton versus Kuvasz     

    Komondor Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Komondor versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Komondor versus Kai Ken     Komondor versus Shiloh Shepherd     Komondor versus Maltipoo     Komondor versus Bulldog     Komondor versus Patterdale Terrier     Komondor versus Spinone Italiano     Komondor versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Komondor versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Komondor versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     

    Conclusion: Frenchton 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 Frenchton and the Komondor better suits you and your family.