Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Goldador Versus Komondor: Introduction
- Goldador versus Komondor: Overview
- Goldador versus Komondor: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Goldador and the Komondor
- The Similarities Between the Goldador and the Komondor
- Size (Weight and Height) of Goldador versus Komondor
- Lifespan of Goldador versus Komondor
- Price of Goldador versus Price of Komondor
- Tolerates Being Alone: Goldador versus Komondor
- Do Goldadors shed more than Komondors?
- Which one drools more, the Goldador or the Komondor
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Goldador or the Komondor?
- Does the Goldador Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Komondor?
- Do Goldadors Bark and Howl? What about Komondors?
- Can Goldadors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Komondors Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Goldador vs. Komondor
- Can Goldadors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Komondors Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Goldador or the Komondor?
- Are Goldadors good family dogs? What about Komondors?
- How Kid-friendly are Goldadors and Komondors?
- Is the Goldador Easier to Train than the Komondor?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldador
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Komondor
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Goldador versus Komondor. Which One is a Better Pet?
Goldador Versus Komondor: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Goldador 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 Goldador 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 Goldador and the Komondor.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Goldador 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 Goldador 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 Goldador 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 Goldador or the Komondor.
Goldador versus Komondor: Overview
Both the Goldador and the Komondor are similar in size. The Goldador and the Komondor are both large-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Goldador belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
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.
Goldador versus Komondor: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Goldador 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 Goldador and the Komondor
Factor | Goldador | Komondor |
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Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Life Span | 10 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Height | 22 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder | 25 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Being Alone | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 2/5 |
General Health | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 4/5 |
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 |
Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 5/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Weight | 60 to 80 pounds | 80 to 100 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 12.5 years | 11.0 years |
Average Price | $1320 | $840 |
Price Range | $900 – $1650 | $550 – $800 |
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 Goldador 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 Goldador is 93 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Komondor is 70 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Goldador is a better pet than the Komondor. So, you should get the Goldador!
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 Goldador and the Komondor so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Goldador and the Komondor
Below is a list of where the Goldador and the Komondor are most different:
The Similarities Between the Goldador and the Komondor
The Goldador and the Komondor are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Goldador and the Komondor are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Goldador versus Komondor
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Goldador and the Komondor.
Goldadors weigh 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Goldadors are 22 to 24 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 Goldador versus Komondor
The lifespan of Goldadors is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Goldadors is 12.5 years.
The lifespan of Komondors is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Komondors is 11.0 years.
Goldadors live longer than Komondors.
Price of Goldador versus Price of Komondor
The average price of the Goldador puppy is $1320. The price of the Goldador typically ranges from $900 – $1650. However, the price of a Goldador can be as low as $875 and as high as $2700. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 33 Goldador 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 Goldador is more expensive than the Komondor.
Goldador | Komondor | |
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Average Price | $1320 | $840 |
Price Range | $900 to $1650 | $550 to $800 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Goldador and Komondor. For different price points, the charts show how many Goldador puppies or how many Komondor puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Goldadors. 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 Goldador 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: Goldador versus Komondor
Goldadors can be left alone for some time without problems.
Komondors do not like to be left alone.
Do Goldadors shed more than Komondors?
Goldadors shed moderately.
Komondors shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Goldador or the Komondor
Goldadors do have a very low tendency to drool.
Komondors do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Goldador or the Komondor?
Goldadors are very easy to groom.
Komondors require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Goldador Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Komondor?
Goldadors 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.
Do Goldadors Bark and Howl? What about Komondors?
Goldadors 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 Goldadors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Komondors Tolerate Cold Weather?
Goldadors can very well tolerate cold weather.
Komondors can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Goldador vs. Komondor
Goldadors 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 Goldadors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Komondors Tolerate Hot Weather?
Goldadors 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 Goldador or the Komondor?
Goldadors get along very well with other dogs.
Komondors do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Goldadors good family dogs? What about Komondors?
Goldadors 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 Goldadors and Komondors?
Goldadors get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Komondors get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Goldador Easier to Train than the Komondor?
Goldadors are very easy to train.
Komondors are very easy to train.
Is the Goldador Better for Apartment Owners than the Komondor?
Goldadors do not adapt well to apartment living.
Komondors do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Goldador or the Komondor?
Goldadors are very good for new dog owners.
Komondors are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldador
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Goldador 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 Goldador:
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 Goldador and how the Komondor compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Goldador and of the Komondor to other breeds:
Goldador Versus Other Dog Breeds
Goldador versus Norfolk Terrier Goldador versus Bloodhound Goldador versus Irish Wolfhound Goldador versus Irish Setter Goldador versus English Cocker Spaniel Goldador versus Pyrenean Shepherd Goldador versus Irish Setter Goldador versus Standard Poodle Goldador versus Stabyhoun Goldador versus Papillon Goldador versus Curly-Coated Retriever Goldador versus Dachshund Goldador versus Berger Picard Goldador versus American Hairless Terrier Goldador versus Labradoodle Goldador versus Miniature Schnauzer Goldador versus Portuguese Pointer Goldador versus English Springer Spaniel Goldador versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Goldador versus Pomsky Goldador versus Pointer Goldador versus Norwich Terrier Goldador versus Goldendoodle Goldador versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Goldador versus Yorkipoo
Komondor Versus Other Dog Breeds
Komondor versus American Foxhound Komondor versus Papipoo Komondor versus Cockapoo Komondor versus Braque du Bourbonnais Komondor versus Cane Corso Komondor versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Komondor versus Bernedoodle Komondor versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Komondor versus Bichon Frise Komondor versus Basset Hound Komondor versus Silky Terrier Komondor versus Mastiff Komondor versus Belgian Tervuren Komondor versus Akita Komondor versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Komondor versus Toy Poodle Komondor versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Komondor versus Yorkipoo Komondor versus Tibetan Terrier Komondor versus American Staffordshire Terrier Komondor versus Pomchi Komondor versus Silky Terrier Komondor versus Maltese Komondor versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Komondor versus Golden Cocker Retriever
Conclusion: Goldador 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 Goldador and the Komondor better suits you and your family.