Kuvasz
VS
Dutch Kooikerhondje
Kuvasz vs Dutch Kooikerhondje
Compare Kuvasz and Dutch Kooikerhondje side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Kuvasz
Dutch Kooikerhondje
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
66 – 76 cm
35 – 42 cm
Weight
37 – 62 kg
8 – 12 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 12 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
5/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Kuvasz
Great with kids
Giant
Dutch Kooikerhondje
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Small
Summary
About Kuvasz
The Kuvasz is a large, ancient Hungarian livestock guardian with a white, weatherproof coat. Loyal and protective with family but reserved with strangers, it needs early socialisation, firm yet kind training, space, and experienced owners to manage its strong, independent nature.
About Dutch Kooikerhondje
Medium-small Dutch gundog with orange-red and white coat, black-tipped ears and a plumed white tail. Affectionate with family, reserved with strangers, intelligent and sensitive. Needs daily exercise, training, and companionship; generally healthy with some hereditary conditions monitored.
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