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Name	Mountain Feist	Tibetan Terrier	Puli
Origins	United States	Tibet	Hungary
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	American Feist American Treeing Feist Mountain Terrier Treeing Feist Feist Dog Dog Mountain Feist Feist Mountain Dog Mountain Feist Dog Feist Dog Breed Dog Feist Breed Feist Breed Dog Feist Breed of Dog Dog Feist Mt Feist	Dokhi Apso Tsang Apso	Hungarian Water Dog Puli Dog Puli Kutya Pulik Hungarian Puli
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli? Which is the smallest dog, Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli?	Small Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Tibetan Terrier? Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli weight comparison:	12-30 pounds (5-13.5 kg)	18-30 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg)	Male: 25-35 pounds (11-16 kg), Female: 20-30 pounds (9-14 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	21 pounds (5-13.5 kg)	24 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg)	Male: 30 pounds (13.5 kg), Female: 25 pounds (11.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli? Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli height comparison:	12-18 inches (30-45 cm)	14-17 inches (36-43 cm)	Male: 16-17½ inches (41-46 cm), Female: 14½-16 inches (36-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (37.5 cm)	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Male: 16-17.5 inches (43.5 cm), Female: 14.5-16 inches (38.5 cm)

Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli? Which is more expensive?	$300-$400	$1200-$2000	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Tibetan Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Puli is easier than average to get.

Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Puli dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli trainability comparison.	Mountain Feist dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Puli dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli?	Mountain Feist dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Puli dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Mountain Feist dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Puli dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli? Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli behavior/temperament comparison:	Agile Alert Spirited Swift Lovely	Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Reserved Amiable	Agile Energetic Intelligent Obedient Loyal Faithful Smart Home-Loving
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli?	High: Mountain Feist dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Tibetan Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Puli dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli social needs comparison:	Mountain Feist dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Puli dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Mountain Feist is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Puli dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Mountain Feist dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Puli dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli playfulness comparison:	Mountain Feists are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Tibetan Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Puli is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli?	Average to High: The Mountain Feist is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Tibetan Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Puli is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli?	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 Mountain Feist indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Tibetan Terrier breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Puli breed.
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Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Mountain Feist dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Tibetan Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Puli dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Tibetan Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Mountain Feist bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Tibetan Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Puli bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Mountain Feist has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Tibetan Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Puli has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli mouthiness comparison:	Mountain Feist dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Puli dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli health comparison. Which is the healthier: Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli?	Mountain Feists tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Tibetan Terrier 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hyperthyroidism Distichiasis Lens Luxation	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Mountain Feist should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Tibetan Terrier 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.
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Life Expectancy Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli lifespan comparison. How long do Mountain Feist, Tibetan Terrier and Puli breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-15 years The average lifespan of Mountain Feist: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Tibetan Terrier: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Puli: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Mountain Feist can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Tibetan Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli? Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli energy level comparison:	Mountain Feist dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Puli dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Mountain Feist dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Tibetan Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Puli dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli?	Mountain Feist dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Tibetan Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Puli dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1 1/8 to 1 3/8 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Mountain Feist has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Tibetan Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Puli has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli coat comparison:	Dense Smooth Glossy	Thick Smooth	Dense Curly Wavy Thick Double Woolly Ribbon Tangled Heavy Corded
Colors What are the original Mountain Feist, Tibetan Terrier and Puli color?	Black White Light Brown	Black Gray White Silver	Black Cream White Silver Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli? Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Mountain Feist doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli? Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Mountain Feist dogs shed moderately. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Puli dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli?	Low 🔽 The Mountain Feist has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tibetan Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Puli has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Mountain Feist drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Tibetan Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Puli is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Mountain Feist dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Puli dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli? Which dog is more friendly?	Mountain Feist dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Puli dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli?	Mountain Feist dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Puli dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli?	Mountain Feist dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Puli dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli?	Mountain Feist dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Puli dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli?	Yes Mountain Feist dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Tibetan Terrier 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Mountain Feist is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Tibetan Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Puli is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Mountain Feists are commonly okay with elderly people.	Tibetan Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Pulis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Mountain Feist or Tibetan Terrier or Puli? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be 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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli?	Not really Mountain Feist breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tibetan Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Puli breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Mountain Feist and Tibetan Terrier and Puli have?	5-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Mountain Feist vs Tibetan Terrier vs Puli Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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	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

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