Differences and Similarities between the Komondor and the Spanish Mastiff.

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Komondor Versus Spanish Mastiff: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Komondor and the Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiff. 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 Spanish Mastiff.

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 Spanish Mastiff.

Komondor versus Spanish Mastiff: Overview

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

Furthermore, both the Komondor and the Spanish Mastiff are Working Dogs. This means both the Komondor and the Spanish Mastiff 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.

Komondor versus Spanish Mastiff: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Komondor to the Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiff

Factor Komondor Spanish Mastiff
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 5/5 4/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 12 years
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 3/5
General Health 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 3/5
Height 25 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 26 to 35 inches
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 5/5
Weight 80 to 100 pounds 140 to 220 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $840 $1050
Price Range $550 – $800 $1000 – $1050
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 Spanish Mastiff. 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 Spanish Mastiff is 83 out of 125.

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

    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 Spanish Mastiff so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Komondor and the Spanish Mastiff

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

  • Komondors are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Spanish Mastiffs are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.

    • The Similarities Between the Komondor and the Spanish Mastiff

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

  • Both the Komondor and the Spanish Mastiff are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Komondor and the Spanish Mastiff do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Komondor and the Spanish Mastiff are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Komondor and the Spanish Mastiff do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Komondor and the Spanish Mastiff do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Komondor and the Spanish Mastiff do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Komondor and the Spanish Mastiff require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Komondor and the Spanish Mastiff have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Komondor and the Spanish Mastiff have low energy levels. They do not require a lot exercise time.
  • Both the Komondor and the Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiff can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Komondor and the Spanish Mastiff are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Komondor and the Spanish Mastiff require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Komondor and the Spanish Mastiff are very playful.
  • Both the Komondor and the Spanish Mastiff are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Komondor versus Spanish Mastiff

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

    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, Spanish Mastiffs weigh 140 to 220 pounds when fully grown. Spanish Mastiffs are 26 to 35 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Komondor versus Spanish Mastiff

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

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

    Price of Komondor versus Price of Spanish Mastiff

    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 Spanish Mastiff puppy is $1050. The price of the Spanish Mastiff typically ranges from $1000 – $1050. However, the price of the Spanish Mastiff can be as low as $1000 and as high as $1200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 4 Spanish Mastiff puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Spanish Mastiff is more expensive than the Komondor.

    Komondor Spanish Mastiff
    Average Price $840 $1050
    Price Range $550 to $800 $1000 to $1050

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Komondor and Spanish Mastiff. For different price points, the charts show how many Komondor puppies or how many Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiffs

    A breakdown of the prices of Spanish Mastiffs

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Komondor puppy or the Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiff

    Komondors do not like to be left alone.

    Spanish Mastiffs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Komondors shed more than Spanish Mastiffs?

    Komondors shed moderately.

    Spanish Mastiffs shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Komondor or the Spanish Mastiff

    Komondors do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Spanish Mastiffs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Komondor or the Spanish Mastiff?

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

    Spanish Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Komondor Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spanish Mastiff?

    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.

    Spanish Mastiffs 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 Spanish Mastiffs?

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

    Spanish Mastiffs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Komondors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Komondors can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Spanish Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Komondor vs. Spanish Mastiff

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

    Spanish Mastiffs 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 Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Spanish Mastiffs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Komondors do not get along well with other dogs.

    Spanish Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Komondors good family dogs? What about Spanish Mastiffs?

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

    Spanish Mastiffs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Komondors and Spanish Mastiffs?

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

    Spanish Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Komondor Easier to Train than the Spanish Mastiff?

    Komondors are very easy to train.

    Spanish Mastiffs are not easy to train.

    Is the Komondor Better for Apartment Owners than the Spanish Mastiff?

    Komondors do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Spanish Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Komondors are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spanish Mastiff

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

  • Akbash (78 percent match with Spanish Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Komondor vs Akbash.
  • Hovawart (81 percent match with Spanish Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Komondor vs Hovawart.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Komondor Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Komondor versus Basenji     Komondor versus American Water Spaniel     Komondor versus Bracco Italiano     Komondor versus Shih Tzu     Komondor versus Karelian Bear Dog     Komondor versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Komondor versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Komondor versus Beaglier     Komondor versus Irish Wolfhound     Komondor versus Valley Bulldog     Komondor versus English Cocker Spaniel     Komondor versus Hovawart     Komondor versus Spanish Mastiff     Komondor versus Havanese     Komondor versus Sheepadoodle     Komondor versus Giant Schnauzer     Komondor versus Vizsla     Komondor versus Maltipoo     Komondor versus Brittany     Komondor versus Canaan Dog     Komondor versus Doberman Pinscher     Komondor versus Collie     Komondor versus Japanese Chin     Komondor versus American Water Spaniel     Komondor versus Bullmastiff     

    Spanish Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Spanish Mastiff versus Labrador Retriever     Spanish Mastiff versus Coton de Tulear     Spanish Mastiff versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Spanish Mastiff versus Italian Greyhound     Spanish Mastiff versus Norfolk Terrier     Spanish Mastiff versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Spanish Mastiff versus Vizsla     Spanish Mastiff versus Tibetan Terrier     Spanish Mastiff versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Spanish Mastiff versus American Water Spaniel     Spanish Mastiff versus Manchester Terrier     Spanish Mastiff versus Vizsla     Spanish Mastiff versus Pomsky     Spanish Mastiff versus Boerboel     Spanish Mastiff versus Boxer     Spanish Mastiff versus Miniature Poodle     Spanish Mastiff versus Airedale Terrier     Spanish Mastiff versus Sussex Spaniel     Spanish Mastiff versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Spanish Mastiff versus Norwegian Lundehund     Spanish Mastiff versus Schnoodle     Spanish Mastiff versus Bracco Italiano     Spanish Mastiff versus Tibetan Mastiff     Spanish Mastiff versus Australian Cattle Dog     Spanish Mastiff versus Finnish Lapphund     

    Conclusion: Komondor versus Spanish Mastiff. 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 Spanish Mastiff better suits you and your family.