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| Breed: Komondor | Group (AKC): Working |  |
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| Country of Origin | Hungary |
| Type of coat | long, moppish corded, weather resistant, shedding, highly absorbant |
| Grooming | cords require a lot of maintenance, the coat will absorb moisture and odors and will mildew if not properly cared for, clipping is an option for less maintenance |
| Average height | 23-27 inches |
| Average weight | 80-120 pounds |
| Activity level | very vigorous |
| Watchdog | yes, very high ability, very territorial |
| Protection | no |
| Intelligence | medium-low |
| Trainability | low, start early, be firm and uncompromising |
| Compatibility with children | not recommended |
| Character | independent, protective, suspicious of strangers, meant to live on its own with a herd of sheep, |
| Ideal home environment | rural ranch or country home with a fenced yard |
| Ideal owner | dominant, stern leader with time to exercise, socialize, and train |
| Suggestions: | early obedience training and socialization, mandatory daily exercise |
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