Comparison: Mudi and Puli

Mudi and Puli are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Mudi
Photo: Qwexcxewq, CC BY 4.0, source
Puli
Photo: Puli1989, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
MudiPuli
FCI group1. Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs)1. Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs)
Country of originHungaryHungary
CategoryMediumMedium
Height at withers38–47 cm36–45 cm
Weight–10–15 kg
Recognition features
  • Wedge-shaped head, high-set prick ears of reverse-V shape, topline sloping to the rear
  • Wavy to slightly curly coat, smooth on head and front of legs
  • Black, white, fawn, ash, brown or merle
  • Dense coat forming cords, round-looking head with eyes almost hidden
  • Square build, tail curled forward over the back
  • Black, grey, fawn with a black mask, or pearl white
CoatShort smooth hair on head and front of legs, otherwise wavy to slightly curled, dense and shiny, 3–7 cm long; black, white, fawn, ash, brown and merle patterns.Coarser topcoat and finer undercoat form tufts and cords with age (longest, 20–30 cm, on loin and croup); black, grey, fawn with a mask, or pearl white.
PurposeA medium-sized Hungarian herding dog used for driving livestock, guarding and as a companion.A medium-sized Hungarian herding dog, today also a companion and sport dog.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.