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Pumi

Pumi
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Shoulder height
About 44 cm[1]
Origin
Hungary[1]
Weight
10–13 kg[3]
Lifespan
12–13 years[3]

Temperament

Energetic, Lively, Ready to work

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Background and human relationship

A Hungarian herder developed in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries from Puli and imported erect-eared terrier-type dogs. Recognized separately in the early twentieth century, it is distinct from both Puli and Mudi.

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Build and coat

A medium square-built dog with an elongated muzzle. The upper third of the upright ear bends forward, while medium-length hair waves and curls. Ear tips and curl structure help comparison with other Hungarian herders.

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Colour and comparisons

Colours include grey, black, fawn and white; JKC notes that grey dogs are often born black and lighten with age. Limited chest and toe white is allowed. Age-related changes differ from markings distributed across the body.

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Sources

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