Breed Comparison: Komondor Versus Patterdale Terrier

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Komondor Versus Patterdale Terrier: Introduction

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

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

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

Komondor versus Patterdale Terrier

Komondor versus Patterdale Terrier: Overview

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

Furthermore, 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.

On the other hand, the Patterdale Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

Komondor versus Patterdale Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Komondor to the Patterdale Terrier 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 Komondor and the Patterdale Terrier

Factor Komondor Patterdale Terrier
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 5/5 2/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 11 to 14 years
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
General Health 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 2/5
Height 25 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 12 to 15 inches
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 4/5
Weight 80 to 100 pounds 11 to 13 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 12.5 years
Average Price $840 $680
Price Range $550 – $800 $550 – $950
Temperament Score 90.0 percent 80.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Dentition
  • Eye Examination- min age 9 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Komondor 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 Patterdale Terrier. 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 Komondor is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Patterdale Terrier is 77 out of 125.

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

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Komondor and the Patterdale Terrier

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

  • Komondors do not get along well with other dogs. However, Patterdale Terriers get along well with other dogs.
  • Komondors are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Patterdale Terriers are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Komondors do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful. However, Patterdale Terriers do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Komondors have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Patterdale Terriers have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Komondors are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Patterdale Terriers are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.

    • The Similarities Between the Komondor and the Patterdale Terrier

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

  • Both the Komondor and the Patterdale Terrier are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Komondor and the Patterdale Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Komondor and the Patterdale Terrier do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Komondor and the Patterdale Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Komondor and the Patterdale Terrier 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.
  • Both the Komondor and the Patterdale Terrier can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Komondor and the Patterdale Terrier are very easy to train.
  • Both the Komondor and the Patterdale Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Komondor and the Patterdale Terrier have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Komondor and the Patterdale Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Komondor and the Patterdale Terrier are very playful.
  • Both the Komondor and the Patterdale Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Komondor versus Patterdale Terrier

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

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

    On the other hand, Patterdale Terriers weigh 11 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Patterdale Terriers are 12 to 15 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Komondor versus Patterdale Terrier

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

    The lifespan of Patterdale Terriers is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Patterdale Terriers is 12.5 years.

    Patterdale Terriers live longer than Komondors.

    Temperament of the Patterdale Terrier Versus the Komondor

    The Komondor has a better temperament than the Patterdale Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the Komondor is 90.0 percent while the temperament score for the Patterdale Terrier is 80.0 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 90.0 percent, the Komondor has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 80.0 percent, the Patterdale Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Komondor and the Patterdale Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 10 Komondors and 5 Patterdale Terriers.

    Price of Komondor versus Price of Patterdale Terrier

    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 reviewing the prices of 17 Komondor puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Patterdale Terrier puppy is $680. The price of the Patterdale Terrier typically ranges from $550 – $950. However, the price of the Patterdale Terrier can be as low as $300 and as high as $1200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 14 Patterdale Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Komondor is more expensive than the Patterdale Terrier.

    Komondor Patterdale Terrier
    Average Price $840 $680
    Price Range $550 to $800 $550 to $950

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

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Patterdale Terriers

    A breakdown of the prices of Patterdale Terriers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Komondor puppy or the Patterdale Terrier 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: Komondor versus Patterdale Terrier

    Komondors do not like to be left alone.

    Patterdale Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Komondors shed more than Patterdale Terriers?

    Komondors shed moderately.

    Patterdale Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Komondor or the Patterdale Terrier

    Komondors do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Patterdale Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Komondor or the Patterdale Terrier?

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

    Patterdale Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Komondor Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Patterdale Terrier?

    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.

    Patterdale Terriers 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.

    Do Komondors Bark and Howl? What about Patterdale Terriers?

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

    Patterdale Terriers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Komondors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Komondors can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Patterdale Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Komondor vs. Patterdale Terrier

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

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

    Can Komondors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Patterdale Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Komondors do not get along well with other dogs.

    Patterdale Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Komondors good family dogs? What about Patterdale Terriers?

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

    Patterdale Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Komondors and Patterdale Terriers?

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

    Patterdale Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Komondor Easier to Train than the Patterdale Terrier?

    Komondors are very easy to train.

    Patterdale Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Komondor Better for Apartment Owners than the Patterdale Terrier?

    Komondors do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Patterdale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Komondors are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Patterdale Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    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 Patterdale Terrier vs Belgian Tervuren.
  • Black Russian Terrier (70 percent match with Komondor). Here is our comparison of the Patterdale Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier.
  • Giant Schnauzer (72 percent match with Komondor). Here is our comparison of the Patterdale Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Patterdale Terrier

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

  • Field Spaniel (79 percent match with Patterdale Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Komondor vs Field Spaniel.
  • Portuguese Pointer (78 percent match with Patterdale Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Komondor vs Portuguese Pointer.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Komondor Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Komondor versus Giant Schnauzer     Komondor versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Komondor versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Komondor versus Karelian Bear Dog     Komondor versus Bulldog     Komondor versus Norwich Terrier     Komondor versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Komondor versus Kuvasz     Komondor versus Tibetan Spaniel     Komondor versus Puggle     Komondor versus German Longhaired Pointer     Komondor versus Yorkipoo     Komondor versus Beaglier     Komondor versus Miniature Schnauzer     Komondor versus Belgian Sheepdog     Komondor versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Komondor versus Affenhuahua     Komondor versus Spanish Mastiff     Komondor versus Pharaoh Hound     Komondor versus Bedlington Terrier     Komondor versus Scottish Deerhound     Komondor versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Komondor versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Komondor versus Bluetick Coonhound     Komondor versus Pomeranian     

    Patterdale Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Patterdale Terrier versus Whoodle     Patterdale Terrier versus Giant Schnauzer     Patterdale Terrier versus Great Pyrenees     Patterdale Terrier versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Patterdale Terrier versus Tibetan Terrier     Patterdale Terrier versus Maltipoo     Patterdale Terrier versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Patterdale Terrier versus Weimaraner     Patterdale Terrier versus Bulldog     Patterdale Terrier versus Black Russian Terrier     Patterdale Terrier versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Patterdale Terrier versus Toy Poodle     Patterdale Terrier versus Harrier     Patterdale Terrier versus Keeshond     Patterdale Terrier versus Samoyed     Patterdale Terrier versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Patterdale Terrier versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Patterdale Terrier versus Chi-Poo     Patterdale Terrier versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Patterdale Terrier versus Puli     Patterdale Terrier versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Patterdale Terrier versus Berger Picard     Patterdale Terrier versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Patterdale Terrier versus Standard Poodle     Patterdale Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff     

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