Hungarian Puli

Origin

Hungary

Attractive to:

Someone prepared to nurture the cords as they develop and has the time to manage them. They can pick up all sorts of dirt and debris on walks and need cleaning to avoid a whiffy coat, but they take a long time to dry thoroughly. The coat can be clipped short, but then the dog loses its essential uniqueness.

Not the best for:

Someone inexperienced in herding breeds. Pulis have a tendency to herd – and this can apply to cyclists, runners or other walkers in the park if the dog's instincts aren't channelled elsewhere.

Aliases:

Puli, America Pulik

Cross between:

None

Size:

Medium
A bit smaller than a Labrador.

Exercise Needs:

Medium (About an hour)
Doesn't have to be a solid hour, you can give them lots of short walks.

Coat:

Dreads
More work than you might think, drying takes a very long time and you need to cord them in the first place.

Shedding:

Doesn't moult much
But all dogs shed dander so if you're allergic, make sure you'll be ok

Life expectancy:

12 years

Good first dog?:

No