Komondor has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Boykin Spaniel has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Affectionate
Fearless
Independent
Calm
Gentle
Steady

Companionable
Energetic
Intelligent
Eager
Friendly
Trainable

Komondors shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Boykin Spaniels are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Choose a Komondor if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Boykin Spaniels are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Hungary

United States

Russian Ovcharka

Chesapeake Bay Retriever, Springer, Cocker and American Water Spaniel, Pointer

1600s

1900s

Working (AKC:1937)
Guardian Dogs (UKC)

Sporting (AKC:2009)
Gun Dog (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Brown

White

Brown

Komondors have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Boykin Spaniels have medium-length coats.

Corded

Wavy

A Komondor can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Boykin Spaniel can have a litter of 14-16 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Komondors have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Boykin Spaniels are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Gastric Torsion
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis
Hip Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Exercise Induced Collapse

Entropion

Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Corneal Opacities
Collie Eye Anomaly
Persistent Pupillary Membrane

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Knee
Eyes
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Komondors are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Boykin Spaniels thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Komondors need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Boykin Spaniels need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Komondors are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Boykin Spaniels are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Komondor has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

Boykin Spaniel minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

The Komondor is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Boykin Spaniels bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Komondor dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

While Boykin Spaniel dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Komondor, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boykin Spaniel, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Komondors require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Boykin Spaniel requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

In general Komondor should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Boykin Spaniel should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 100-125 pound (45 - 57 kg) Komondor feed 3.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 30-40 pound (14 - 18 kg) Boykin Spaniel feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Komondor is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Boykin Spaniel is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Komondor is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Boykin Spaniel is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Komondors can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Boykin Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Komondors are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Boykin Spaniels are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Komondors are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Boykin Spaniels are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Komondors are not very stranger friendly.

Boykin Spaniels are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.