Puli dog
| Puli | |||||||||
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 White Puli | |||||||||
| Other names | Hungarian Puli Pulik (plural) Hungarian Water Dog | ||||||||
| Origin | Hungary | ||||||||
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| Dog (domestic dog) | |||||||||
The Puli is a medium-small breed of dog known for its long, corded coat. The tight curls of the coat, similar to dreadlocks, make it virtually waterproof.
Appearance
The Puli comes in white, apricot, and black. It generally weighs around 22 pounds (13 kg) and is about 16 inches (42 cm) at the shoulder, however males have been known to reach 45 pounds and females over 30 pounds. The coat needs considerable grooming to keep its cords clean, neat, and attractive, or it needs regular trimming to a short coat for lower maintenance, although the corded coat is what attracts many people to the breed.
History
The Puli was bred in the early 20th century by Emil Raitsits and his compagnions from long-hared working sheepdogs. The name of the breed is first mentioned in the 18th century, but it is difficult to say what the dog looked like then. The word Puli may be related to the German word for Poodle.
Temperament
By nature an affectionate, intelligent and home-loving companion, the Puli is sensibly suspicious and therefore an excellent watchdog. Barks a lot. A very active dog.
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