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Name	Pug	Puli	Pumi
Origins	China	Hungary	Hungary
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Group	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	31	142	162
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Carlin Chinese Pug Dutch Bulldog Dutch Mastiff Mini Mastiff Mops	Hungarian Water Dog Puli Dog Puli Kutya Pulik Hungarian Puli	Hungarian Herding Terrier Hungarian Pumi
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pug vs Puli vs Pumi breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pug vs Puli vs Pumi Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pug or Puli or Pumi? Which is the smallest dog, Pug or Puli or Pumi?	Small	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Pug or Puli or Puli? Pug vs Puli vs Pumi weight comparison:	Male: 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 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?	Male: 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 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, Pug or Puli or Pumi? Pug vs Puli vs Pumi height comparison:	Male: 12-14 inches (30-36 cm), Female: 10-12 inches (25-30 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?	Male: 13 inches (33 cm), Female: 11 inches (27.5 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)

Pug vs Puli vs Pumi Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pug or Puli or Pumi? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$1000-$1200	$500-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Pug or Puli or Pumi?	Very frequent: The Pug is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Puli is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Pumi is easier than average to get.

Pug vs Puli vs Pumi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pug vs Puli vs Pumi intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Puli 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.
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Trainability Pug vs Puli vs Pumi trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Puli dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pumi dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pug or Puli or Pumi?	Pug dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Puli dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pumi dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pug or Puli or Pumi? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Pug dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Puli dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Pumi dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Pug vs Puli vs Pumi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pug or Puli or Pumi? Pug vs Puli vs Pumi behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Cheerful	Agile Energetic Intelligent Obedient Loyal Faithful Smart Home-Loving	Active Protective Alert Sensitive Intelligent Lively Restless Reserved Vocal Extremely Bold Suspicious Towards Strangers Noisy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Pug 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.	Pumi dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pug vs Puli vs Pumi?	High: Pug 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.	High: Pumi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Pug vs Puli vs Pumi social needs comparison:	Pug dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Puli dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Pumi dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Pug dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Puli dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Pumi 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?	Pug 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.	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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Pug vs Puli vs Pumi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pug vs Puli vs Pumi playfulness comparison:	Average: Pugs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Puli is a playful breed. See more.	The Pumi is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pug vs Puli vs Pumi?	Average: The Pug barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Puli is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Pumi is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Pug or Puli or Pumi?	Very house-friendly dog the Pug 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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pug vs Puli vs Pumi Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Pug dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pug or Puli or Pumi?	Pug 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.

Pug vs Puli vs Pumi Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Pug or Puli or Pumi?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pug bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Puli bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pumi 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 Pug 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.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Pug vs Puli vs Pumi mouthiness comparison:	Pug 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.	Pumi dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Pug vs Puli vs Pumi Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pug vs Puli vs Pumi health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pug vs Puli vs Pumi?	Very healthy dog breed.	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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pug vs Puli vs Pumi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pug vs Puli vs Pumi health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Entropion Vaccination Sensitivity Demodectic Mange Distichiasis Corneal Ulcers Dry Eye Hemi-vertebrae Cheyletiella Dermatitis Nerve Degeneration Proptosis Pug Dog Encephalitis Staphylococcus Infection Yeast Infection	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Elbow Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Primary Lens Luxation
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Pug should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Pug vs Puli vs Pumi lifespan comparison. How long do Pug, Puli and Pumi breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pug: 13 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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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pug vs Puli vs Pumi?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Pug vs Puli vs Pumi Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Pug or Puli or Pumi? Pug vs Puli vs Pumi energy level comparison:	Pug 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.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Pug vs Puli vs Pumi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pug or Puli or Pumi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pug dogs exercise need is minimal.	Puli dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Pumi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pug or Puli or Pumi?	Pug 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.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Pug vs Puli vs Pumi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pug or Puli or Pumi?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Pug vs Puli vs Pumi weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Pug breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Puli has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Pumi has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Pug vs Puli vs Pumi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pug vs Puli vs Pumi coat comparison:	Fine	Dense Curly Wavy Thick Double Woolly Ribbon Tangled Heavy Corded	Wiry Dense Curly Wavy
Colors What are the original Pug, Puli and Pumi color?	Black Fawn	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 Which dog is easy to maintain, Pug or Puli or Pumi? Pug vs Puli vs Pumi grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Pug requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Pumi requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Pug or Puli or Pumi? Pug or Puli or {name3 shedding:	Pug dogs shed above average. See more.	Puli dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Pumi dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Pug or Puli or Pumi?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Pug vs Puli vs Pumi hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Pug vs Puli vs Pumi?	High 🔼 The Pug has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Puli has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pumi has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Pug 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.	The Pumi is an average drooler. See more.

Pug vs Puli vs Pumi Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Pug dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Puli dogs are generally with other pets.	Pumi dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pug or Puli or Pumi? Which dog is more friendly?	Pug dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Puli dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Pumi 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 Pug or Puli or Pumi?	Pug dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Puli dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pumi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pug or Puli or Pumi?	Pug dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Puli dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Pumi dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pug or Puli or Pumi?	Pug dogs are very 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: Pug vs Puli vs Pumi?	No Pug dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn 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 Pug 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?	Pugs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pulis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pumis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Pug vs Puli vs Pumi 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: Pug or Puli or Pumi? 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?	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: Pug vs Puli vs Pumi?	Not really Pug 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.	Not really Pumi 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.

Pug vs Puli vs Pumi 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 Pug and Puli and Pumi have?	2-4 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pug vs Puli vs Pumi Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2016 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs 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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 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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