Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Komondor Versus Shichon: Introduction
- Komondor versus Shichon: Overview
- Komondor versus Shichon: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Komondor and the Shichon
- The Similarities Between the Komondor and the Shichon
- Size (Weight and Height) of Komondor versus Shichon
- Lifespan of Komondor versus Shichon
- Price of Komondor versus Price of Shichon
- Tolerates Being Alone: Komondor versus Shichon
- Do Komondors shed more than Shichons?
- Which one drools more, the Komondor or the Shichon
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Komondor or the Shichon?
- Does the Komondor Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shichon?
- Do Komondors Bark and Howl? What about Shichons?
- Can Komondors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shichons Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Komondor vs. Shichon
- Can Komondors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shichons Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Komondor or the Shichon?
- Are Komondors good family dogs? What about Shichons?
- How Kid-friendly are Komondors and Shichons?
- Is the Komondor Easier to Train than the Shichon?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Komondor
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shichon
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Komondor versus Shichon. Which One is a Better Pet?
Komondor Versus Shichon: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Komondor and the Shichon? 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 Shichon 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 Shichon.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Komondor and the Shichon 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 Shichon. 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 Shichon.
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 Shichon.
Komondor versus Shichon: Overview
A very important difference between the Komondor and the Shichon is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Komondor is a large-sized dog while the Shichon 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 Shichon belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Komondor versus Shichon: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Komondor to the Shichon 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 Shichon
| Factor | Komondor | Shichon |
|---|---|---|
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 18 years |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| 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 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 25 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 9 to 12 inches |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 80 to 100 pounds | 9 to 15 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 15.0 years |
| Average Price | $840 | $1610 |
| Price Range | $550 – $800 | $1200 – $2000 |
| 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 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 Shichon. 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 Shichon is 95 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Shichon is a better pet than the Komondor. So, you should get the Shichon!
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 Shichon so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Komondor and the Shichon
Below is a list of where the Komondor and the Shichon are most different:
The Similarities Between the Komondor and the Shichon
The Komondor and the Shichon are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Komondor and the Shichon are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Komondor versus Shichon
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Komondor and the Shichon.
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, Shichons weigh 9 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Shichons are 9 to 12 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Komondor versus Shichon
The lifespan of Komondors is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Komondors is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Shichons is between 12 to 18 years. The average lifespan of Shichons is 15.0 years.
Shichons live longer than Komondors.
Price of Komondor versus Price of Shichon
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 Shichon puppy is $1610. The price of the Shichon typically ranges from $1200 – $2000. However, the price of the Shichon can be as low as $700 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 155 Shichon puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Shichon is more expensive than the Komondor.
| Komondor | Shichon | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $840 | $1610 |
| Price Range | $550 to $800 | $1200 to $2000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Komondor and Shichon. For different price points, the charts show how many Komondor puppies or how many Shichon 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 Shichons
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Komondor puppy or the Shichon 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 Shichon
Komondors do not like to be left alone.
Shichons do not like to be left alone.
Do Komondors shed more than Shichons?
Komondors shed moderately.
Shichons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Komondor or the Shichon
Komondors do have a very low tendency to drool.
Shichons do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Komondor or the Shichon?
Komondors require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Shichons are very easy to groom.
Does the Komondor Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shichon?
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.
Shichons 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 Komondors Bark and Howl? What about Shichons?
Komondors are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Shichons are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Komondors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shichons Tolerate Cold Weather?
Komondors can very well tolerate cold weather.
Shichons cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Komondor vs. Shichon
Komondors have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Shichons do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Komondors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shichons Tolerate Hot Weather?
Komondors can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Shichons cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Komondor or the Shichon?
Komondors do not get along well with other dogs.
Shichons get along very well with other dogs.
Are Komondors good family dogs? What about Shichons?
Komondors are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Shichons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Komondors and Shichons?
Komondors get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Shichons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Komondor Easier to Train than the Shichon?
Komondors are very easy to train.
Shichons are fairly easy to train.
Is the Komondor Better for Apartment Owners than the Shichon?
Komondors do not adapt well to apartment living.
Shichons adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Komondor or the Shichon?
Komondors are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Shichons are very good 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shichon
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Shichon 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 Shichon:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Komondor and how the Shichon compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Komondor and of the Shichon to other breeds:
Komondor Versus Other Dog Breeds
Komondor versus French Spaniel Komondor versus Hovawart Komondor versus Redbone Coonhound Komondor versus Japanese Chin Komondor versus Great Dane Komondor versus Black Mouth Cur Komondor versus Great Pyrenees Komondor versus Maremma Sheepdog Komondor versus Golden Cocker Retriever Komondor versus Labradoodle Komondor versus Chi-Poo Komondor versus Pointer Komondor versus Black Mouth Cur Komondor versus Braque du Bourbonnais Komondor versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Komondor versus Icelandic Sheepdog Komondor versus Lakeland Terrier Komondor versus Flat-Coated Retriever Komondor versus Doberman Pinscher Komondor versus Papipoo Komondor versus Lhasa Apso Komondor versus Boerboel Komondor versus German Shepherd Dog Komondor versus Norwegian Buhund
Shichon Versus Other Dog Breeds
Shichon versus Norwich Terrier Shichon versus Saint Berdoodle Shichon versus Mastiff Shichon versus Gordon Setter Shichon versus German Pinscher Shichon versus Skye Terrier Shichon versus Miniature Poodle Shichon versus Chorkie Shichon versus King Shepherd Shichon versus Border Collie Shichon versus Standard Poodle Shichon versus Maltipoo Shichon versus Miniature Schnauzer Shichon versus Fila Brasileiro Shichon versus King Shepherd Shichon versus Dachshund Shichon versus Bluetick Coonhound Shichon versus Gordon Setter Shichon versus Cavapoo Shichon versus Aussiedoodle Shichon versus Portuguese Water Dog Shichon versus Bordoodle Shichon versus Barbet Shichon versus Hovawart Shichon versus Harrier
Conclusion: Komondor versus Shichon. 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 Shichon better suits you and your family.