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Name	Mudi	Bulgarian Shepherd Dog	Puli
Origins	Hungary	Bulgaria	Hungary
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Guard Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Canis Ovilis Fenyesi Hungarian Mudi	Karakachanska Ovcharka Karakachansko Kuche Thracian Mollos Ovcharsko kuche	Hungarian Water Dog Puli Dog Puli Kutya Pulik Hungarian Puli
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli? Which is the smallest dog, Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli?	Medium	Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog? Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli weight comparison:	18-29 pounds (8-13 kg)	Male: 100-115 pounds (45-52 kg), Female: 70-90 pounds (32-41 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?	23.5 pounds (10.5 kg)	Male: 115.5 pounds (52.5 kg), Female: 88 pounds (40 kg)	Male: 30 pounds (13.5 kg), Female: 25 pounds (11.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli? Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli height comparison:	15-19 inches (38-48 cm)	Male: 25–30 inches (63.5-76 kg) Female: 24–28 inches (61-71 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?	17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 27.5 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	Male: 16-17.5 inches (43.5 cm), Female: 14.5-16 inches (38.5 cm)

Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$800-$1000	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Puli is easier than average to get.

Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli intelligence:	Smart: The Mudi dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Puli dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli trainability comparison.	Mudi dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Puli dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli?	Mudi dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Puli dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Mudi dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Puli dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli? Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Lively Gentle Watchful Companionable Adaptable Guarding Keen to Work	Independent Intelligent Dominant Proud Brave Vigilant	Agile Energetic Intelligent Obedient Loyal Faithful Smart Home-Loving
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Mudi dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli?	High: Mudi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bulgarian Shepherd Dog 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli social needs comparison:	Mudi dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Puli dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Mudi dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Bulgarian Shepherd Dog is strong enough to escape from home. 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?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Bulgarian Shepherd Dog 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. 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

Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli playfulness comparison:	Average: Mudis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Puli is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli?	Average: The Mudi barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Bulgarian Shepherd Dog 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 Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog 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 Mudi indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Bulgarian Shepherd Dog breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Puli breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Mudi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Puli dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Bulgarian Shepherd Dog 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.

Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Mudi bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Bulgarian Shepherd Dog bite force: The Strongest.	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 Mudi has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bulgarian Shepherd Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Puli has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli mouthiness comparison:	Mudi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs have an 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.

Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli health comparison. Which is the healthier: Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli?	Mudis are commonly healthy dogs.	Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Puli is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Mudi should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Bulgarian Shepherd Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Puli should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli lifespan comparison. How long do Mudi, Bulgarian Shepherd Dog and Puli breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Mudi: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Bulgarian Shepherd Dog: 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: Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bulgarian Shepherd Dog 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.

Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli? Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli energy level comparison:	Mudi dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Bulgarian Shepherd Dog 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.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Mudi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Puli dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli?	Mudi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Bulgarian Shepherd Dog 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.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	6 to 8 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Mudi has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bulgarian Shepherd Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Puli has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli coat comparison:	Dense Curly Wavy Shiny Short	Thick	Dense Curly Wavy Thick Double Woolly Ribbon Tangled Heavy Corded
Colors What are the original Mudi, Bulgarian Shepherd Dog and Puli color?	Black Gray White Brown Fawn Blue-Grey Black Merle Ash coloured (blue grey)	Spotted Tricolor Black & White	Black Cream White Silver Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli? Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli grooming comparison:	Average: The Mudi requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Bulgarian Shepherd Dog requires a lot of grooming. 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 Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli? Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or {name3 shedding:	Mudi dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs shed above average. 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: Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli?	Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bulgarian Shepherd Dog 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 Mudi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bulgarian Shepherd Dog is an average drooler. See more.	The Puli is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Mudi dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Puli dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli? Which dog is more friendly?	Mudi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	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 Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli?	Mudi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Puli dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli?	Mudi dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Puli dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli?	Mudi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bulgarian Shepherd Dog 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: Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli?	Yes Mudi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bulgarian Shepherd Dog 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?	Yes Mudi is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Bulgarian Shepherd Dog 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?	Mudis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pulis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog 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: Mudi or Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Puli? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli?	Not really Mudi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bulgarian Shepherd Dog 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.

Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog 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 Mudi and Bulgarian Shepherd Dog and Puli have?	5-8 puppies	5-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Mudi vs Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Puli Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	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	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 United Kennel Club

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