Comparison: Bearded Collie and Komondor

Bearded Collie and Komondor are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Bearded Collie
Photo: marbla123, CC BY 2.0, source
Komondor
Photo: Kari, CC BY 2.5, source
Bearded CollieKomondor
FCI group1. Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs)1. Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs)
Country of originUnited KingdomHungary
CategoryMediumGiant
Height at withers51–56 cm65–80 cm
Weight18–27 kg40–60 kg
Life span12–14 years10–12 years
Recognition features
  • Long tousled coat with a beard and fringe
  • Slimmer than an Old English Sheepdog, with a long tail
  • Grey, brown or black with white markings
  • Long white coat in heavy cords
  • Large muscular dog, up to 80 cm
  • Dark eyes hidden under cords
CoatLong, harsh, flat or slightly wavy coat with a soft undercoat.Soft undercoat and corded white outer coat.
PurposeA Scottish Highland herding dog that drove sheep long distances in harsh weather.A Hungarian livestock guardian protecting flocks from wolves and thieves; the corded coat shields it from predators' bites.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.