The Komondor - A Hardy Outdoor Dog

Title: The Komondor - A Hardy Outdoor Dog
Author: Lee Dobbins

The Komondor is a great outdoor dog because he loves being
outside no matter what the weather is. This breed originated in
Tibet and was brought to Hungary over a thousand years ago.
Originally used to guard flocks of sheep, it is still put to use
for guarding livestock as well as homes today.

Part of the American Kennel Club working group, this dog has
been shown since the 1920s and is a large breed weighing up to
125 pounds and being around 25 inches tall.

The Komondor has a unique look as his massive body is covered
in a corded coat which is about 8 to 10 inches long. This coat
actually allows the dog to blend in with the sheep herds that it
protects. It can take up to two years for these cords of hair
to form completely and they can be five years before the dogs
coat reaches its length. It has short dark eyes and U-shaped
years that hang down. This dog is typically only white in
color.

Although the Komondor is a large dog, he still needs to be
treated sensitively during training. He is very devoted to his
family but can be reserved with strangers. This is a faithful
courageous dog that makes a good pet as well as guard dog.

The Komondor is a pretty healthy breed and the only typical
concerns are hip dysplasia and skin problems.

This breed needs a lot of daily exercise and prefers a country
environment with lots of land, but he can live in an apartment
if he�s provided with enough outdoor exercise.
They can do well in any type of climate and are well-suited to
spend a lot of time outdoors, however this breed can be a bit
lazy and will sleep the day away if there is nothing else to do.

Although this dog has a long and substantial coat, it must
never be brushed or combed but should be trimmed regularly. The
Komondor does need to be bathed frequently and it can take a
really long time for the hair to dry. Despite the large amounts
of hair, this breed sheds very little.

About The Author: Lee Dobbins writes for
http://www.dogbreeds123.com where you can learn more about dog
care and dog breeds as well as see photos of your favorite
breeds.

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