Kuvasz vs Kangal Dog

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

Kuvasz vs Kangal Dog
Kuvasz
Kangal Dog
Kuvasz
Kangal Dog
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General Details
Kuvasz
Kangal Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
26-30 Inches
28-34 Inches
Weight
70-115 Pounds
85-150 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Kuvasz
Kangal Dog
Origin Country
Hungary
Turkey
Origin Year
-2000 BC
700 AD
Temperament
Kuvasz
Kangal Dog
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
None
Personality
Kuvasz
Kangal Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Needy
Protective
Snuggle
Stubborn
Aggressive
Stubborn
Living Environment
Kuvasz
Kangal Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Kuvasz
Kangal Dog
Energy Level
Medium to High
High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Kuvasz
Kangal Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Kuvasz
Kangal Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Kuvasz
Kangal Dog
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Kuvasz
Kangal Dog
Aggression
Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Kuvasz
Kangal Dog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Kuvasz
Kangal Dog
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Hypertrophic osteodystrophy
Thyroid disorders
Eye diseases
Osteochondrosis
Fatty tumors
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Kuvasz
Kangal Dog
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Wooly
Straight
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Kuvasz
Kangal Dog
Breed Colors
White
Gray
Pale Yellow
Tan
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