Komondor Puppies Blog

If you had a dog when you were a child, you will want your own children to experience the same positive feelings and you will get your children a dog. If you did not, you just have to read My First Best Friend to find out what an amazing thing a dog can be in a child’s life. Not only does a dog teach children responsibility, but it also helps them develop a healthy personality and a balanced emotional life.

However, bringing a dog into the family is not always a smart thing to do. You need to make sure that both the children and the adult members of the family are ready for a furry friend, otherwise someone is likely to get disappointed over time. You also need to make sure that you are selecting the right breed and you are treating your dog in a way that guarantees your children’s safety.

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I would say yes, if you would like to have a dog that is devoted, loyal and is a natural guardian of the whole family. Komondors are very calm and friendly when things are normal, but can become slightly aggressive and overprotective when they think that something or someone is endangering their family or their property. During defending or work these dogs tend to make decisions on their own that they think is the best. They like children and other dogs, pets in the family.

The Komondor have a corded, long and soft white coat that requires frequent, at least weekly care. They have a very sensitive skin, so special treatment is advised when you want to bathe the dog. Another important thing to take care of is the pads of the feet, because long hair can grow between the pads and this should be trimmed to prevent problems.

Training of the Komondor is relatively easy as this dog is very intelligent, but the trainer has to be calm, consistent yet heavy-handed, as Komondors are usually willful and independent. Early socialization and obedience training is a must for this breed.

All in all, these dogs are perfect for families living in the suburban areas as they naturally love big places and require large yards to play and run. Therefore they are not advised for city or apartment life. They are active when it comes to defending their property or play, but are usually lazy so one hour a day is enough for some fun.

I hope this short article will help you decide whether the Komondor is the perfect dog for you.

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Is it normal, anyway?!

Yes, it is. Just imagine the situation from the point of view of your Komondor. He is part of the family, often treated as “the kid”, and then, suddenly, a new creature arrives and takes all the attention of his beloved family. It is quite similar to what older children feel, when a little brother/sister arrives. One of the differences is just that the dog can’t speak English

Actually, if we are aware of this ‘problem’ in advance, the situation can be handled, but it needs consciousness and to be started in time, long before the baby’s arrival. Let’s see how we can prepare our Komondor for the new family member.

If your dog’s daily routine has to be changed with the baby’s arrival (it probably will), you should start changing the rules much earlier, giving him plenty of time to get used to the new set up. This way it isn’t going to be so sudden and shocking. If your Komondor hasn’t really been trained before, it’s high time to start. He should learn at least a few commands, like sit, stay, etc. This way, he’ll be easier to handle.

Many families worry about their dog endangering the health of the child, so the best thing to do is to take your pet to the vet, get him checked and get some advice. Get your Komondor used to the new smells, sounds in advance (blankets, lotions, toys). It’s also a good idea, that just after your baby was born, send home a blanket that the baby had been in, so your dog can experience the child’s smell in advance. It is very important to know that your  Komondor will get a lot less attention from the mother, so when taking the baby home for the first time, the mother should greet the dog, so it is better if someone else is carrying the baby.

It is also a good idea not to leave them alone together at the first times, until your Komondor feels comfortable with the baby, because, for example, it is very possible that the dog won’t tolerate the child’s crying very well in the beginning. You have to teach him that this is a normal sound, and you should motivate him not to bark (with treats, for example).

And the most important rule for last, maybe it seems too obvious, but it’s still worth mentioning: try to give as much attention to your Komondor as you can. The point is that he has to feel that you do care about him. If you keep this in mind, most probably there will be no problem. You could also try Preparing Fido, which is an amazing collection of Baby sounds designed especially to get your dog ready for the arrival of the new Baby!

It is always a good thing to do some research about a breed of dog before going out and actually getting one. This will lessen or hopefully eliminate any doubt of the breed that you want. If a Komondor is a dog you are eyeing then it is highly recommended that you contact people who own a Komondor. As puppies, this breed is very playful and has such a friendly nature. Paired with their fluffy coats, it may prove to be hard not to get one.

When the Komondor gets older, they tend to mature and their protective or guardian instincts start to develop. This in turn, reduces the vibrant playful personality noticed when they were young. Owners who have not spent time consulting breeders and owners may feel sad and wonder why their dogs have started acting differently and start not understanding the Komondor. So be smart and do some research and reach out to people who know about the breed!

How can one spot a Komondor? Simple, they look like giant mops! The Komondor has a very distinctive look… a coat that is white, felted and corded. Similar to dreadlocks they can grow as long as the owners want them to. These dogs are very good protectors due to their instinct and massively strong bodies. They have big muzzles that are short in length, dark eyes and a tail the hangs downs straight. They are usually 25.5 inches in height. If one wishes to go to a breeder to get a Komondor, first take some time to study what is called the breed standard. A genuine and quality dog will mirror the standard. Once researched, scoping for the right breeder is next. Read the rest of this entry »