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Compare Kromfohrlander and Puli. Which is better: Kromfohrlander or Puli or Pumi?
Name | Kromfohrlander | Puli | Pumi |
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Group | Companion Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Working Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 376 | 142 | 162 |
Reviews | 2 | 2 | 4 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi breeds. | Kromi |
Hungarian Water Dog Puli Dog Puli Kutya Pulik Hungarian Puli |
Hungarian Herding Terrier Hungarian Pumi |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Medium | Medium |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi? Compare adult weight ranges. | 22-31 pounds (10-14 kg) | Male: 25-35 pounds (11-16 kg), Female: 20-30 pounds (9-14 kg) | Male: 22–33 pounds (10-15 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (8-13 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 26.5 pounds (12 kg) | Male: 30 pounds (13.5 kg), Female: 25 pounds (11.5 kg) | Male: 22–33 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (10.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Kromfohrlander or Puli or Pumi? Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi height comparison: | 15-18 inch (38-46 cm) | Male: 16-17½ inches (41-46 cm), Female: 14½-16 inches (36-41 cm) | Male: 16-19 inches (41-47 cm), Female : 14-17 inches (38-44 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 16.5 inch (42 cm) | Male: 16-17.5 inches (43.5 cm), Female: 14.5-16 inches (38.5 cm) | Male: 17.5 inches (44 cm), Female : 15.5 inches (41 cm) |
Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Find price differences between these breeds. | $500-$600 | $1000-$1200 | $500-$1200 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Kromfohrlander or Puli or Pumi? | Average: The Kromfohrlander is a commonly available dog breed. | Frequent: The Puli is easier than average to get. | Frequent: The Pumi is easier than average to get. |
Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which breed ranks highest? | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Smart: The Puli dogs have great intelligence. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which is easiest to train? | Kromfohrlander dogs are easy to train. | Puli dogs are easy to train. | Pumi dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which breed is most alert? | Kromfohrlander dogs are average watchdogs. | Puli dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Pumi dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which breed is most protective? | Kromfohrlander dogs are average defenders. | Puli dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Pumi dogs strongly protect their territory. |
Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi? Compare temperaments. |
Docile Trainable Good-natured Companionable Spirited Adaptable |
Agile Energetic Intelligent Obedient Loyal Faithful Smart Home-Loving |
Active Protective Alert Sensitive Intelligent Lively Restless Reserved Vocal Extremely Bold Suspicious Towards Strangers Noisy |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Sensitive: Kromfohrlander dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Pumi dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi? | High: Kromfohrlander dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average to High: Puli dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | High: Pumi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi social needs comparison: | Kromfohrlander dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Puli dogs need for social interaction is average. | Pumi dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Kromfohrlander dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Puli dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Pumi dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Kromfohrlander dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. | Puli dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Pumi dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. |
Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which breed is most vocal? | Average: The Kromfohrlander barks occasionally. | Average to High: The Puli is a vocal breed. | A lot: Pumi is a particularly loud breed. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which breed is most playful? | The Kromfohrlander is a highly playful breed. | The Puli is a playful breed. | The Pumi is a highly playful breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Apartment-friendly dog the Kromfohrlander breed. | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Puli breed. | It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Pumi indoors. |
Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which breed is most flexible? | Kromfohrlander dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Puli dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Pumi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Kromfohrlander or Puli or Pumi? | Kromfohrlander dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Pumi dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Kromfohrlander has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Puli has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Pumi has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which uses mouth most during play? | Kromfohrlander dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Puli dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Pumi dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kromfohrlander bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Puli bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pumi bite force: Ordinary. |
Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which breed lives longest? |
13-15 years The average lifespan of Kromfohrlander: 14 years |
12-16 years The average lifespan of Puli: 14 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Pumi: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which handles climate changes best? | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which has fewer health issues? | The Kromfohrlander is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Puli is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Pumis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Kromfohrlander should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Puli should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Frequent The Pumi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi health problems comparison: |
Bladder Stones Epilepsy Patellar Luxation | No data available | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Elbow Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Primary Lens Luxation |
Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which breed is most active? | Kromfohrlander dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Puli dogs are high-energy dogs. | Pumi dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Kromfohrlander or Puli or Pumi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Kromfohrlander dogs have an average exercise need. | Puli dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Pumi dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Kromfohrlander or Puli or Pumi? | Kromfohrlander dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Puli dogs don't need too much sleep. | Pumi dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which is most prone to obesity? | Low to Average: The Kromfohrlander has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Average: The Puli has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Pumi has an average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which needs most food? | 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | Yes See more. | Yes See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. What colors are available? | White Light Brown Dark Brown Tan & White |
Black Cream White Silver Brown |
Black White Grey in various shades (normally, the colour at birth is black, turning grey with time) Fawn. Primary colours: red, yellow, cream (a trace of black or grey and a distinct mask are desirable). |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which requires most maintenance? | Advanced: The Kromfohrlander requires a lot of grooming. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Average: The Pumi requires average grooming effort. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which drools least? | The Kromfohrlander is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Puli is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Pumi is an average drooler. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which has least natural smell? | Low 🔽 The Kromfohrlander has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Puli has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Pumi has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Wiry Smooth |
Dense Curly Wavy Thick Double Woolly Ribbon Tangled Heavy Corded |
Wiry Dense Curly Wavy |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which requires most frequent baths? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Kromfohrlander or Puli or Pumi? Kromfohrlander or Puli or {name3 shedding: | Kromfohrlander dogs shed above average. | Puli dogs shed none to minimal. | Pumi dogs shed moderately. |
Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which is best with kids? | Kromfohrlander dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Puli dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Pumi dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Kromfohrlander dogs are generally with other pets. | Puli dogs are generally with other pets. | Pumi dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Kromfohrlander or Puli or Pumi? Which dog is more friendly? | Kromfohrlander dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Puli dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Pumi dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Kromfohrlander or Puli or Pumi? | Kromfohrlander dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Puli dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Pumi dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Kromfohrlander or Puli or Pumi? | Kromfohrlander dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Puli dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Pumi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi? |
Yes Kromfohrlander dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Puli dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Pumi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Kromfohrlander is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Puli is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Pumi is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Kromfohrlanders are usually recommended for elderly people. | Pulis are usually recommended for elderly people. | Pumis are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which has best nose work ability? | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which is best for SAR work? | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Kromfohrlander breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Puli breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Pumi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which has most military use? | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which has most puppies? | 5-7 puppies | 4-6 puppies | 4-6 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Kromfohrlander vs Puli vs Pumi Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. How are they classified? | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Herding breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2016 as a Herding breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Kromfohrländer section. | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Kromfohrlander, Puli, and Pumi. Which has most recognition? | Kromfohrlander Club Of America |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club |
American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service |
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