Groenendael vs Kangal Dog

Compare the Groenendael to the Kangal Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Groenendaels and Kangal Dogs.

Groenendael vs Kangal Dog
Groenendael
Kangal Dog
Groenendael
Kangal Dog
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General Details
Groenendael
Kangal Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-15 Years
Height
22-26 Inches
28-34 Inches
Weight
60-75 Pounds
85-150 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Groenendael
Kangal Dog
Origin Country
Belgium
Turkey
Origin Year
1890 AD
700 AD
Temperament
Groenendael
Kangal Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
None
Personality
Groenendael
Kangal Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Stubborn
Living Environment
Groenendael
Kangal Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Groenendael
Kangal Dog
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
30 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Groenendael
Kangal Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
High
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Groenendael
Kangal Dog
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Groenendael
Kangal Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Groenendael
Kangal Dog
Aggression
None
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Groenendael
Kangal Dog
Average Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Groenendael
Kangal Dog
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hyperthyroidism
Fatty tumors
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Groenendael
Kangal Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Groenendael
Kangal Dog
Breed Colors
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