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

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Name Pumi Puli Mudi
OriginsHungary flagHungary Hungary flagHungary Hungary flagHungary
Group Working Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Hungarian Herding Terrier
Hungarian Pumi
Hungarian Water Dog
Puli Dog
Puli Kutya
Pulik
Hungarian Puli
Canis Ovilis Fenyesi
Hungarian Mudi
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Pumi or Puli or Mudi? Which is the smallest dog, Pumi or Puli or Mudi?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Pumi or Puli or Puli? Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi weight comparison:
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) 18-29 pounds (8-13 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) 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Pumi or Puli or Mudi? Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi 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) 15-19 inches (38-48 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) 17 inches (43 cm)

Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Pumi or Puli or Mudi? Which is more expensive?
$500-$1200 $1000-$1200 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Pumi or Puli or Mudi?
Frequent: The Pumi is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Puli 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.

Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi intelligence:
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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Smart: The Mudi dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi trainability comparison.
Pumi dogs are easy to train.
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Puli dogs are easy to train.
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Mudi dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Pumi or Puli or Mudi?
Pumi dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Puli dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Mudi dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Pumi or Puli or Mudi? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Pumi dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Puli dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Mudi dogs are average defenders.
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Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pumi or Puli or Mudi? Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Protective
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Lively
Restless
Reserved
Vocal
Extremely Bold
Suspicious Towards Strangers
Noisy
Agile
Energetic
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
Faithful
Smart
Home-Loving
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Lively
Gentle
Watchful
Companionable
Adaptable
Guarding
Keen to Work
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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Mudi dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi?
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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High: Mudi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi 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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Mudi 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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Mudi dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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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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Their prey drive is low.
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Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi playfulness comparison:
The Pumi is a highly playful breed.
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The Puli is a playful breed.
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Average: Mudis, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi?
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: The Mudi barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Pumi or Puli or Mudi?
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 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.

Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Pumi or Puli or Mudi?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Pumi bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Puli bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Mudi bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Pumi has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Puli has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Mudi has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi mouthiness comparison:
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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Mudi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi?
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.
Mudis are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Primary Lens Luxation
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits
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.
Rare
The Mudi should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi lifespan comparison. How long do Pumi, Puli and Mudi breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Pumi: 13 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Puli: 14 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Mudi: 14 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi?
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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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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Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Pumi or Puli or Mudi? Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi energy level comparison:
Pumi dogs are high-energy dogs.
Puli 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.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pumi or Puli or Mudi? 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.
Mudi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Pumi or Puli or Mudi?
Pumi dogs don't need too much sleep.
Puli 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.

Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Pumi or Puli or Mudi?
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 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi weight gain potential comparison:
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 Mudi has an average risk for obesity.
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Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi coat comparison:
Wiry
Dense
Curly
Wavy
Dense
Curly
Wavy
Thick
Double
Woolly
Ribbon
Tangled
Heavy
Corded
Dense
Curly
Wavy
Shiny
Short
Colors
What are the original Pumi, Puli and Mudi color?
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
Black
Gray
White
Brown
Fawn
Blue-Grey
Black Merle
Ash coloured (blue grey)
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Pumi or Puli or Mudi? Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi grooming comparison:
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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Average: The Mudi requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Pumi or Puli or Mudi? Pumi or Puli or {name3 shedding:
Pumi dogs shed moderately.
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Puli dogs shed none to minimal.
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Mudi dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Pumi or Puli or Mudi?
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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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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Hypoallergenic
Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi?

Medium

The Pumi has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Puli has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Mudi has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the 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 Mudi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Pumi dogs are generally with other pets.
Puli dogs are generally with other pets.
Mudi dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Pumi or Puli or Mudi? Which dog is more friendly?
Pumi dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Puli dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Mudi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Pumi or Puli or Mudi?
Pumi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Puli dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Mudi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Pumi or Puli or Mudi?
Pumi dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Puli dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Mudi dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Pumi or Puli or Mudi?
Pumi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Puli dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Mudi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi?
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
Mudi 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.
Yes
Mudi is one of the best dog breeds 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.
Mudis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi 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.
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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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Pumi or Puli or Mudi? Which is better for autism?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi?

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

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

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

Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi 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.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Pumi and Puli and Mudi have?
4-6 puppies 4-6 puppies 5-8 puppies

Pumi vs Puli vs Mudi Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
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 as a Miscellaneous breed.
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 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
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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