Puli

Dog Breed Profile

Puli History

The Puli is a Hungarian herding and guard dog. The distinctive appearance of the Puli is due to its long coat, which comes in different colors and lengths. The Puli is a medium-sized, athletic, and symmetrical working dog with a strong, muscular body. The head is wedge-shaped and covered in a long, dense double coat of fur. A rare, uniquely colored white coat variant is known as the “Albino” and was once thought to be a separate and separate breed. There are two varieties of the Puli – the German Shepherd and the Laika. The German Shepherd is a medium-to-large sized, well-muscled, agile, intelligent, and loyal companion. The Coat of the Puli is of medium length, thicker around the neck and with softer undercoat. A longer coat (up to 3 inches) is typical for males, and a shorter, flat, and silky coat (up to 2 inches) for females.

Time of Origin

Middle Ages

Country of Origin

Hungary

Ancestry

Unknown

Puli Physical Characteristics

The Puli is a medium-to-large sized breed of dogs. These dogs are bred for guarding, herding and companionship. Pulis are muscular, athletic, and agile. They have strong, well-muscled necks, broad chests and strong backs. Their legs are straight and of medium size. They are hard working, smart, energetic and vigilant. These dogs have dark brown or black coats with distinctive white markings.

Eye Colors

Brown

Nose Colors

Unknown

Coat Colors

Unknown

Height Range

Male Height Range: 16 – 18 inches

Female Height Range: 14 – 16 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 30 – 35 lbs

Female Weight Range: 25 – 30 lbs

Puli Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

12-16 yrs

Puli Health Concerns

Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Hip Dysplasia, Cataracts

Puli Temperament and Behaviour

The Puli is an alert and inquisitive breed of dog. They are playful, energetic, and loyal to their owners. They are easy to train and make great companions. They are known to be friendly and gentle with young children, but may be too rambunctious for small children.

Puli Activity Requirements

The Puli is a Hungarian herding dog that is known for its thick, woolly coat. These dogs are very friendly and gentle and make a great pet. While they don’t require too much in the way of physical exercise, their coats do require regular grooming. Brushing at least 2-3 times a week will help to keep their hair from getting tangled and matted. If you are looking for a Puli, you will want to be sure that you can meet their grooming needs. This is a high maintenance breed and their hair will need to be brushed and trimmed regularly. If you are interested in a Puli, talk to a breeder about their grooming requirements.