The small sheepdogs were crossed with local dogs such as the Tartar ( Caucasian ) Ovcharka, the Crimean Greyhound and the Hungarian Komondor, because there was a strong need for larger dogs which were suitable to guard and protect the herds against wolves and other predators.

In 1947 the Komondor was used to acquire fresh blood ; in the 70's another Komondor cross was made.

Hungarian Komondor breeders used to say that an intruder may be allowed to enter the property guarded by a Komondor, but he will not be allowed to come out again.

The Komondor is good with other family pets but is intolerant to trespassers and teasing, and is not a good dog for city life.

Although the breed is much less popular than the better-known Puli and Komondor in its native country, owners of the Mudi claim that it is incomparable for its versatile talents and pleasant disposition.

The huge Komondor and the Kuvasz were used for guarding the belongings of the owner.

Sometimes referred to as ' mop dogs ,' the Komondor is a long-established powerful dog breed that has a natural guardian instinct to guard livestock and other property.

The Komondor breed has been declared one of Hungary ’ s national treasures, to be preserved and protected from modification.

Komondor remains have been found in Cuman gravesites.

The Komondor is a large dog ( many are over 30 inches tall ), making this one of the largest common breeds of dog, or a molosser.

The Komondor has a broad head with the muzzle slightly shorter than half of the length of the head, with an even and complete scissor bite.

Komondor females on average weigh between and Komondor males weigh on average between.

The Komondor is born with only a white coat, unlike the similar-looking Puli, which can be white, black, or sometimes grayish.

Traditionally the coat protected the Komondor from wolves ' bites, as the bites were not able to penetrate the thick coat.

The coat of the Komondor takes about two and a half days to dry after a bath.

An athletic dog, the Komondor is fast and powerful and will leap at a predator to drive it off or knock it down.

The Komondor is one breed of livestock guardian dog which has seen a vast increase in use as a guardian of sheep and goats in the United States to protect against predators such as coyotes, cougars, bears, and other predators.

A Komondor can become obstinate when bored, so it is imperative that training sessions be upbeat and happy.

Once a Komondor gets away with unfriendly or hostile behavior, it will always think such behavior is appropriate.

The Komondor should be exposed to new situations, people and other dogs as a puppy.

Because it is a natural guard dog, a Komondor that is not properly socialized may react in an excessively aggressive manner when confronted with a new situation or person.

Given the proper environment and care, a Komondor is a responsible, loving dog.

Owners should check anti-flea and tick preparations carefully with a veterinary surgeon as the Komondor can be extremely sensitive to some of these products.

As in all breeds one should be careful that a Komondor have the proper vaccines against rabies, distemper, canine parvovirus, etc.

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