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Name	Puli	Pumi	Transylvanian Hound
Origins	Hungary	Hungary	Hungary
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	142	162	244
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hungarian Water Dog Puli Dog Puli Kutya Pulik Hungarian Puli	Hungarian Herding Terrier Hungarian Pumi	Hungarian Hound Transylvanian Scent Hound Erdélyi kopó
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Puli or Pumi or Transylvanian Hound? Which is the smallest dog, Puli or Pumi or Transylvanian Hound?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Puli or Pumi or Pumi? Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound weight comparison:	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)	Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 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)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Puli or Pumi or Transylvanian Hound? Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound height comparison:	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)	Male: 22–26 inches (55–66 cm), Female: 20–24 inches (50–61 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)	Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Puli or Pumi or Transylvanian Hound? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$500-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Puli or Pumi or Transylvanian Hound?	Frequent: The Puli is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Pumi is easier than average to get.	Average: The Transylvanian Hound is a commonly available dog breed.

Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound intelligence:	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.	Smart: The Transylvanian Hound dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound trainability comparison.	Puli dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pumi dogs are easy to train. See more.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Puli or Pumi or Transylvanian Hound?	Puli dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pumi dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Puli or Pumi or Transylvanian Hound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Puli dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Pumi dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Puli or Pumi or Transylvanian Hound? Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound behavior/temperament comparison:	Agile Energetic Intelligent Obedient Loyal Faithful Smart Home-Loving	Active Protective Alert Sensitive Intelligent Lively Restless Reserved Vocal Extremely Bold Suspicious Towards Strangers Noisy	Independent Protective Courageous Loyal Territorial Lively Quiet Determined Good natured Enduring
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Pumi dogs are less 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: Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound?	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.	Average to High: Transylvanian Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound social needs comparison:	Puli dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Pumi dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	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.	The wanderlust potential of the Transylvanian Hound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? 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.	Transylvanian Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound playfulness comparison:	The Puli is a playful breed. See more.	The Pumi is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Transylvanian Hound is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound?	Average to High: The Puli is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Pumi is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Transylvanian Hound barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Puli or Pumi or Transylvanian Hound?	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.	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 Transylvanian Hound indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Puli or Pumi or Transylvanian Hound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Puli bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pumi bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Transylvanian Hound 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 Puli has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pumi has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Transylvanian Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound mouthiness comparison:	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.	Transylvanian Hound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound?	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.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Elbow Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Primary Lens Luxation	Hip Dysplasia Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	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.	Rare The Transylvanian Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Puli, Pumi and Transylvanian Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Puli: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pumi: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Transylvanian Hound: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Puli or Pumi or Transylvanian Hound? Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound energy level comparison:	Puli dogs are high-energy dogs.	Pumi dogs are high-energy dogs.	Transylvanian Hound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Puli or Pumi or Transylvanian Hound? 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.	Transylvanian Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Puli or Pumi or Transylvanian Hound?	Puli dogs don't need too much sleep.	Pumi dogs don't need too much sleep.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Puli or Pumi or Transylvanian Hound?	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.	2 to 2.5 cup 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? Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Puli has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Pumi has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Transylvanian Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound coat comparison:	Dense Curly Wavy Thick Double Woolly Ribbon Tangled Heavy Corded	Wiry Dense Curly Wavy	Dense Shiny Smooth Straight Coarse Flat Short
Colors What are the original Puli, Pumi and Transylvanian Hound color?	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).	Black Tan Brown Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Puli or Pumi or Transylvanian Hound? Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Pumi requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Transylvanian Hound requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Puli or Pumi or Transylvanian Hound? Puli or Pumi or {name3 shedding:	Puli dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Pumi dogs shed moderately. See more.	Transylvanian Hound 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: Puli or Pumi or Transylvanian Hound?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound?	Medium ⏺ The Puli has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pumi has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Transylvanian Hound has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Puli is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pumi is an average drooler. See more.	The Transylvanian Hound is an average drooler. See more.

Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Puli dogs are generally with other pets.	Pumi dogs are generally with other pets.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Puli or Pumi or Transylvanian Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	Puli dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Pumi dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are 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 Puli or Pumi or Transylvanian Hound?	Puli dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pumi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Puli or Pumi or Transylvanian Hound?	Puli dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Pumi dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Transylvanian Hound 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 or Transylvanian Hound?	Puli dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Pumi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Transylvanian Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound?	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.	Yes Transylvanian Hound 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.	No Transylvanian Hound 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.	Transylvanian Hounds are commonly okay with elderly people.

Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound 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: Puli or Pumi or Transylvanian Hound? 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: Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound?	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.	Not really Transylvanian Hound 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.

Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound 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 Puli and Pumi and Transylvanian Hound have?	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Puli vs Pumi vs Transylvanian Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2016 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds 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 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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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