Puli vs Schapendoes Comparison – Which dog is better Hungarian Water Dog or Nederlandse Schapendoes?

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Name	Puli	Schapendoes
Origins	Hungary	Netherlands
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hungarian Water Dog Puli Dog Puli Kutya Pulik Hungarian Puli	Nederlandse Schapendoes Dutch Schapendoes
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Puli vs Schapendoes breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Puli vs Schapendoes Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Puli or Schapendoes? Is the Puli bigger than the Schapendoes breed? Is a Puli smaller than a Schapendoes?	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Puli or Schapendoes? Puli vs Schapendoes weight comparison:	Male: 25-35 pounds (11-16 kg), Female: 20-30 pounds (9-14 kg)	26-55 pounds (12-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 30 pounds (13.5 kg), Female: 25 pounds (11.5 kg)	40.5 pounds (18.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Puli or Schapendoes? Is a Puli taller than a Schapendoes?	Male: 16-17½ inches (41-46 cm), Female: 14½-16 inches (36-41 cm)	15-19 inches (40-50 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)	17 inches (45 cm)

Puli vs Schapendoes Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Puli or Schapendoes? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Puli and Schapendoes?	$1000-$1200	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Puli or Schapendoes?	Frequent: The Puli is easier than average to get.	Average: The Schapendoes is a commonly available dog breed.

Puli vs Schapendoes Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Puli or Schapendoes smarter? Which is best? Puli vs Schapendoes 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.
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Trainability Puli vs Schapendoes trainability comparison. What's the difference between Puli vs Schapendoes?	Puli dogs are easy to train. See more.	Schapendoes dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Puli or Schapendoes?	Puli dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Schapendoes dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Puli or Schapendoes? 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.	Schapendoes dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Puli vs Schapendoes Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Puli or Schapendoes? Puli vs Schapendoes behavior/temperament comparison:	Agile Energetic Intelligent Obedient Loyal Faithful Smart Home-Loving	Courageous Intelligent Friendly Lively Attentive Watchful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Puli vs Schapendoes?	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: Puli vs Schapendoes?	Average to High: Puli dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Schapendoes dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Puli vs Schapendoes social needs comparison:	Puli dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Schapendoes dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Puli vs Schapendoes?	Puli dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Schapendoes dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Puli vs Schapendoes? Which can be better for hunting?	Puli dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Schapendoes dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Puli vs Schapendoes Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Puli vs Schapendoes playfulness comparison:	The Puli is a playful breed. See more.	The Schapendoes is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Puli vs Schapendoes?	Average to High: The Puli is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Schapendoes rarely barks. 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 Schapendoes?	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 Schapendoes indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Puli vs Schapendoes 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.	Schapendoes dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Puli or Schapendoes?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Schapendoes 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 Schapendoes Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Puli or Schapendoes?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Puli bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Schapendoes bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Puli more dangerous than a Schapendoes?	Low 🔽 The Puli has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Schapendoes has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Puli vs Schapendoes mouthiness comparison:	Puli dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Schapendoes dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Puli vs Schapendoes Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Puli vs Schapendoes health comparison. Which is the healthier: Puli vs Schapendoes?	The Puli is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Schapendoess tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Puli vs Schapendoes? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Puli vs Schapendoes health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Puli vs Schapendoes?	Average The Puli should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Schapendoes should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Puli vs Schapendoes lifespan comparison. How long do Puli and Schapendoes breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Puli and Schapendoes?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Puli: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Schapendoes: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Puli vs Schapendoes?	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 Schapendoes Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Puli vs Schapendoes Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Puli or Schapendoes? Does the Puli breed eat more than the Schapendoes breed?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 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? Puli vs Schapendoes weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Puli has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Schapendoes breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Puli vs Schapendoes Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Puli vs Schapendoes coat comparison:	Dense Curly Wavy Thick Double Woolly Ribbon Tangled Heavy Corded	Thick
Colors What are the original Puli and Schapendoes color? Puli vs Schapendoes color comparison:	Black Cream White Silver Brown	Black Gray Blue White Brown Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Puli or Schapendoes? Puli vs Schapendoes grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Schapendoes doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Puli or Schapendoes? Do Puli dogs shed more than Schapendoes dogs?	Puli dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Schapendoes 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 Schapendoes?	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 Schapendoes hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Puli or Schapendoes?	Medium ⏺ The Puli has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Schapendoes has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Puli vs Schapendoes?	The Puli is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Schapendoes is an average drooler. See more.

Puli vs Schapendoes Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Puli dogs are generally with other pets.	Schapendoes dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Puli or Schapendoes? Which dog is more friendly?	Puli dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Schapendoes 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 Schapendoes?	Puli dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Schapendoes dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Puli or Schapendoes?	Puli dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Schapendoes dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Puli or Schapendoes? Can a Puli and a Schapendoes be friends? Do Puli dogs get along with Schapendoes dogs?	Puli dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Schapendoes dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Puli vs Schapendoes?	Yes Puli dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Schapendoes 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 Schapendoes 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.	Schapendoess are usually recommended for elderly people.

Puli vs Schapendoes 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Puli or Schapendoes? 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.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Puli vs Schapendoes?	Not really Puli breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Schapendoes 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.
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.

Puli vs Schapendoes Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Puli and Schapendoes have? Puli vs Schapendoes litter size comparison:	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Puli vs Schapendoes Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 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.
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	No data available

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