Kangal has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Dutch Smoushond has low obesity risk, but needs exercise and food monitoring for optimal health.

Alert
Independent
Selfish
Controlled
Calm
Protective
Sensitive

Affectionate
Lively
Friendly

Kangals shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Dutch Smoushonds are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Choose a Kangal if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Dutch Smoushonds are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Turkey

Netherlands

Mastiff-type

Poodle, Brussels Griffon, Border Terrier and German Schnauzer

Ancient Times

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Gray
Fawn
Sable

Cream

Straight

Wiry

While the Kangal breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Dutch Smoushonds are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia

Arthritis

OFA
CERF
Yearly Physical Examination

OFA
Yearly Eye Exam
Yearly Physical Examination

Kangal is an antisocial breed that prefers solitude and may not be suitable for social households.

Dutch Smoushond has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Kangal drools quite a bit, consider a different breed if drool is unappealing.

Dutch Smoushond is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Kangal dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Dutch Smoushond dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Walk

Walking, Car rides, Tug-of-war

Kangals are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Dutch Smoushonds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Kangal, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dutch Smoushond, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Kangals usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Dutch Smoushonds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Kangal requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Dutch Smoushond has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 110-150 pound (50 - 68 kg) Kangal feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 20-22 pound (9 - 10 kg) Dutch Smoushond feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Kangal is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Dutch Smoushond is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Kangal is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Dutch Smoushond is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Kangal is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

The Dutch Smoushond is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Kangals are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Dutch Smoushonds are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Kangals are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Dutch Smoushonds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Kangals have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Dutch Smoushonds are not known for being a highly playful breed.