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Name	Pumi	Mudi	Border Collie
Origins	Hungary	Hungary	England Scotland Wales
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie breeds.	Hungarian Herding Terrier Hungarian Pumi	Canis Ovilis Fenyesi Hungarian Mudi	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pumi vs Mudi vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 22–33 pounds (10-15 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (8-13 kg)	18-29 pounds (8-13 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 22–33 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (10.5 kg)	23.5 pounds (10.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pumi or Mudi or Border Collie? Pumi vs Mudi vs Border Collie height comparison:	Male: 16-19 inches (41-47 cm), Female : 14-17 inches (38-44 cm)	15-19 inches (38-48 cm)	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 17.5 inches (44 cm), Female : 15.5 inches (41 cm)	17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Pumi vs Mudi vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Find price differences between these breeds.	$500-$1200	$800-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Pumi or Mudi or Border Collie?	Frequent: The Pumi is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Pumi vs Mudi vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Mudi dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which is easiest to train?	Pumi dogs are easy to train. See more.	Mudi dogs are easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which breed is most alert?	Pumi dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Mudi dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which breed is most protective?	Pumi dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Mudi dogs are average defenders. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Pumi vs Mudi vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie? Compare temperaments.	Active Protective Alert Sensitive Intelligent Lively Restless Reserved Vocal Extremely Bold Suspicious Towards Strangers Noisy	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Lively Gentle Watchful Companionable Adaptable Guarding Keen to Work	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Pumi dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Mudi dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pumi vs Mudi vs Border Collie?	High: Pumi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Mudi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Pumi vs Mudi vs Border Collie social needs comparison:	Pumi dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Mudi dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Pumi dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Mudi dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Border Collie 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

Pumi vs Mudi vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which breed is most vocal?	A lot: Pumi is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Mudi barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which breed is most playful?	The Pumi is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Mudis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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 Mudi indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
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Pumi vs Mudi vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which breed is most flexible?	Pumi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Mudi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Pumi or Mudi or Border Collie?	Pumi 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.	Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Pumi vs Mudi vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Pumi has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which uses mouth most during play?	Pumi dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Mudi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pumi bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Mudi bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Pumi vs Mudi vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pumi: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Mudi: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which handles climate changes best?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which has fewer health issues?	Pumis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Mudis are commonly healthy dogs.	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Pumi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Mudi should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pumi vs Mudi vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pumi vs Mudi vs Border Collie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Elbow Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Primary Lens Luxation	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans

Pumi vs Mudi vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Pumi vs Mudi vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Pumi has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Mudi has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which needs most food?	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.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Pumi vs Mudi vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. What colors are available?	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 Gray White Brown Fawn Blue-Grey Black Merle Ash coloured (blue grey)	Black Tan Red Sable Brindle Lilac Gold Seal White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Pumi requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Mudi requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which drools least?	The Pumi is an average drooler. See more.	The Mudi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Pumi has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Wiry Dense Curly Wavy	Dense Curly Wavy Shiny Short	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Pumi or Mudi or Border Collie? Pumi or Mudi or {name3 shedding:	Pumi dogs shed moderately. See more.	Mudi dogs shed moderately. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Pumi vs Mudi vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which is best with kids?	Pumi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Mudi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Pumi dogs are generally with other pets.	Mudi dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pumi or Mudi or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Pumi dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Mudi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pumi or Mudi or Border Collie?	Pumi dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Mudi dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pumi or Mudi or Border Collie?	Pumi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Mudi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pumi vs Mudi vs Border Collie?	Yes Pumi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Mudi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Pumi is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Mudi is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Pumis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Mudis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Pumi vs Mudi vs Border Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Pumi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mudi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which has most military use?	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.

Pumi vs Mudi vs Border Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	5-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. What's recommended?	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.

Pumi vs Mudi vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2016 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. How are they classified internationally?	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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Pumi, Mudi, and Border Collie. Which has most recognition?	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	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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 The American Int. Border Collie Registry The American Border Collie Association

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