Comparison: Mudi and Pumi

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

	Mudi	Pumi
FCI group	1. Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs)	1. Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs)
Country of origin	Hungary	Hungary
Category	Medium	Medium
Height at withers	38–47 cm	38–47 cm
Weight	–	8–15 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	Square build, long head with an elongated muzzle Semi-erect ears, upper third folding forward Curly, tufted solid-coloured coat; constantly in motion
Coat	Short 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.	Wavy to curly, elastic and dense coat of 4–7 cm forming tufts, over a soft undercoat; grey in various shades, black, fawn or white, always intense and solid.
Purpose	A medium-sized Hungarian herding dog used for driving livestock, guarding and as a companion.	A lively Hungarian terrier-type herding dog, also used against vermin and as a companion.

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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.