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Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor Comparison - Dog breed selector: Hungarian Herding Terrier or Hungarian Water Dog or Hungarian Komondor? Find the right dog for you

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Name Pumi Puli Komondor
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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, Puli, and Komondor breeds.
Hungarian Herding Terrier
Hungarian Pumi
Hungarian Water Dog
Puli Dog
Puli Kutya
Pulik
Hungarian Puli
Hungarian Komondor
Hungarian Sheepdog
Mop Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Medium Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 22–33 pounds (10-15 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (8-13 kg) Male: 25-35 pounds (11-16 kg), Female: 20-30 pounds (9-14 kg) 125 pounds (59 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) Male: 30 pounds (13.5 kg), Female: 25 pounds (11.5 kg) 125 pounds (59 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Pumi or Puli or Komondor? Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor height comparison:
Male: 16-19 inches (41-47 cm), Female : 14-17 inches (38-44 cm) Male: 16-17½ inches (41-46 cm), Female: 14½-16 inches (36-41 cm) 25.5 inches (65 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 17.5 inches (44 cm), Female : 15.5 inches (41 cm) Male: 16-17.5 inches (43.5 cm), Female: 14.5-16 inches (38.5 cm) 25.5 inches (65 cm)

Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$1200 $1000-$1200 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Pumi or Puli or Komondor?
Frequent: The Pumi is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Puli is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Komondor is easier than average to get.

Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Puli dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which is easiest to train?
Pumi dogs are easy to train.
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Puli dogs are easy to train.
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Komondor dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which breed is most alert?
Pumi dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Puli dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Komondor dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which breed is most protective?
Pumi dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Puli dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Komondor dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor? Compare temperaments.
Active
Protective
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Lively
Restless
Reserved
Vocal
Extremely Bold
Suspicious Towards Strangers
Noisy
Agile
Energetic
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
Faithful
Smart
Home-Loving
Independent
Affectionate
Gentle
Steady
Fearless
Calm
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Pumi dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor?
High: Pumi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Puli dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Komondor dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor social needs comparison:
Pumi dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Puli dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Komondor dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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.
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Puli dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Komondor is strong enough to escape from home.
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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.
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Puli dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Komondor dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Pumi is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Puli is a vocal breed.
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Average to High: The Komondor is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which breed is most playful?
The Pumi is a highly playful breed.
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The Puli is a playful breed.
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Average: Komondors, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. 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.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Puli breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Komondor breed in the home.

Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which breed is most flexible?
Pumi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Puli dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Komondor dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Pumi or Puli or Komondor?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Pumi has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Puli has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Komondor has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which uses mouth most during play?
Pumi dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Puli dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Komondor dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Pumi bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Puli bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Komondor bite force: Ordinary.

Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Pumi: 13 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Puli: 14 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Komondor: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. 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.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Komondor can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which has fewer health issues?
Pumis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Puli is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Komondor is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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.
Average
The Puli should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Komondor should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Primary Lens Luxation
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Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which breed is most active?
Pumi dogs are high-energy dogs.
Puli dogs are high-energy dogs.
Komondor dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pumi or Puli or Komondor? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Pumi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Puli dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Komondor dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Pumi or Puli or Komondor?
Pumi dogs don't need too much sleep.
Puli dogs don't need too much sleep.
Komondor dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Pumi has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Puli has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Komondor has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. 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. 6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. 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
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
White
Ivory
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Pumi requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Advanced: The Komondor requires a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which drools least?
The Pumi is an average drooler.
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The Puli is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Komondor is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Pumi has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Puli has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Komondor has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Wiry
Dense
Curly
Wavy
Dense
Curly
Wavy
Thick
Double
Woolly
Ribbon
Tangled
Heavy
Corded
Dense
Wavy
Thick
Shaggy
Corded
Coarser Topcoat
Finer Undercoat
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. 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.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Pumi or Puli or Komondor? Pumi or Puli or {name3 shedding:
Pumi dogs shed moderately.
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Puli dogs shed none to minimal.
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Komondor dogs shed none to minimal.
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Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which is best with kids?
Pumi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Puli dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Komondor dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Pumi dogs are generally with other pets.
Puli dogs are generally with other pets.
Komondor dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Pumi or Puli or Komondor? Which dog is more friendly?
Pumi dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Puli dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Komondor dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Pumi or Puli or Komondor?
Pumi dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Puli dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Komondor dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Pumi or Puli or Komondor?
Pumi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Puli dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Komondor dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor?
Yes
Pumi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Puli dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Komondor 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.
No
Puli is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Komondor 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.
Pulis are usually recommended for elderly people.
Komondors are usually recommended for elderly people.

Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Pumi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Puli breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Komondor breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. 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 Puli vs Komondor Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 4-6 puppies 3-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. 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, Puli, and Komondor. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Pumi vs Puli vs Komondor Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2016 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Pumi, Puli, and Komondor. 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, Puli, and Komondor. 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
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
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