Working Dog Group - Komondor

Used for centuries to guard flocks and property on the Hungarian plains, the Komondor is hardy, healthy, and tolerant of changing temperatures. It can never be mistaken for any other dog because of its full white coat falling in tassels, or cords, which resembles an old-fashioned string mop.

CoatL: Long, coarse outer coat; curly or wavy; softer undercoat.

Color: White.

Features: Head is short; medium-size eyes and ears; muscular, slightly arched neck; broad, deep body with a muscular chest; level back; the tail is long and slightly curved at the tip.

Size: Minimum height at withers: dogs 25 in, bitches 23½ in. Weight: 80-150 lb.

Care: Needs plenty of exercise and meticulous grooming.

Character: The Komondor will guard with its life sheep, cattle, or children. While utterly devoted to its human family, it is wary of strangers, does not take kindly to teasing, and may attack without warning.