Puli
Key facts
| FCI group | 1. Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs) |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Hungary |
| Category | Medium |
| Height at withers | 36–45 cm |
| Weight | 10–15 kg |
Recognition features
- 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
Purpose
A medium-sized Hungarian herding dog, today also a companion and sport dog.
History
The Puli is a Hungarian herding breed of Asiatic origin. Its ancestors most probably came to the Carpathian Basin with the nomadic Magyars, who lived from livestock breeding. Today it is a lively, quick-learning dog used for sport and as a watchdog.
Coat
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.
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