Puli vs Pumi Comparison – Which dog is better Hungarian Water Dog or Hungarian Herding Terrier?

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Name	Puli	Pumi
Origins	Hungary	Hungary
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Puli and Pumi. What other names are these breeds known by?	Hungarian Water Dog Puli Dog Puli Kutya Pulik Hungarian Puli	Hungarian Herding Terrier Hungarian Pumi
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Puli and a Pumi. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Puli vs Pumi Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Puli and a Pumi. Which breed is heavier?	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: 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, Puli or Pumi? Is a Puli taller than a Pumi?	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: 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)

Puli vs Pumi Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Puli and a Pumi. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$1200	$500-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Puli or Pumi?	Frequent: The Puli is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Pumi is easier than average to get.

Puli vs Pumi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	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.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare training requirements.	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 Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare alertness levels.	Puli dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pumi dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare territorial behaviors.	Puli dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Pumi dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Puli vs Pumi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Puli and a Pumi. How do their temperaments differ?	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 between Puli vs Pumi?	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: Puli vs Pumi?	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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Puli vs Pumi social needs comparison:	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? What's the difference between Puli vs Pumi?	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? What's the difference between Puli vs Pumi? Which can be better for hunting?	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

Puli vs Pumi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare vocalization tendencies.	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
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare play drive and energy.	The Puli is a playful breed. See more.	The Pumi is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare living space needs.	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

Puli vs Pumi Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare adaptability levels.	Puli dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Pumi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Puli or Pumi?	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.

Puli vs Pumi Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Puli has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pumi has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare mouthing behaviors.	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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare bite force PSI.	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

Puli vs Pumi Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare average lifespans.	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 Which handles weather better: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare climate tolerances.	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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Puli and a Pumi. Which breed is healthier?	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
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Puli vs Pumi?	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
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Puli vs Pumi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Puli vs Pumi health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Elbow Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Primary Lens Luxation

Puli vs Pumi Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare activity levels.	Puli dogs are high-energy dogs.	Pumi dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Puli vs Pumi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Puli or Pumi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Puli dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Pumi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Puli or Pumi?	Puli dogs don't need too much sleep.	Pumi dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Puli vs Pumi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Puli has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Pumi has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare daily food needs.	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

Puli vs Pumi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Puli and Pumi? Compare breed colors.	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 Which needs more grooming: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare maintenance needs.	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
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare drooling amounts.	The Puli is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pumi is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Puli has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pumi has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Puli and a Pumi? Compare fur types.	Dense Curly Wavy Thick Double Woolly Ribbon Tangled Heavy Corded	Wiry Dense Curly Wavy
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Puli or Pumi? Do Puli dogs shed more than Pumi dogs?	Puli dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Pumi dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Puli vs Pumi Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare kid-friendliness.	Puli dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pumi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Puli dogs are generally with other pets.	Pumi dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Puli or Pumi? Which dog is more friendly?	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
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Puli or Pumi?	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 Puli or Pumi? Can a Puli and a Pumi be friends? Do Puli dogs get along with Pumi 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 best for first time owners: Puli vs Pumi?	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 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?	Pulis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pumis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Puli vs Pumi As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare maritime abilities.	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.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Puli or a Pumi? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Puli and Pumi. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Puli vs Pumi Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Puli and Pumi. Which has larger litters?	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Puli and Pumi breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Puli and Pumi. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Puli vs Pumi Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Puli and Pumi. Which groups do they belong to?	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 Classification Compare FCI classifications of Puli and Pumi. Which groups are they in?	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 kennel club recognition between Puli and Pumi. Which is more widely recognized?	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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