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Puli

Price range

$1500.00 - $3000.00

Common names

Hungarian Puli

Size

Medium

Dog group

Working Group

Coat length

Long

Energy

Medium

Kid friendly

Extra high

Life expectancy

12 to 16 years

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What does an Puli look like?

General Appearance of the Puli

Sturdy, muscular, wiry with fine bone.

The Puli is a solid-colored dog that is usually black. Other less common coat colors are white, gray, or cream (off-white or fake in Hungarian). A variety of the cream-coated dogs have black masks. The white Pulis are not albino, nor do they have blue eyes.

They are well covered with long, corded coat. Their long hair overshadows the eyes like an umbrella. Their coarded coats make them appear larger than they actually are.

Available in these colours

What colours do Puli come in?

Puli come in a variety of colours, including Black, Brindle, Brown, White, Brindle, Cream, Grey , White.

All about the
Puli.

The Puli was initially introduced to Hungary by the Magyars when conquered westward from Siberia in the 9th century. It has since become a sheepdog on the Hungarian plain. That is the Poodle's forefather. Dr Emil Raitsitz of Hungary's veterinary college was the first to study the breed in the 1920s.

Male Puli stands 43.18 cm tall and weighs 13.6 to 15.87 kilograms, while female Puli stands 40.64 cm tall and weigh 11.33 to 13.6 kilograms. The solid colours of rusty yellow, black, white, and all shades of grey are included in the Puli's coat. Whatever the coat colour, the completely pigmented skin has a bluish or grey tint.

Those that are unfamiliar with the Puli are typically drawn to the dreadlocks. But it's his charisma that shines with those who meet and respect him. The Puli is a caring, affectionate dog who loves spending time with his owners. He's intelligent, fast, and has a good work ethic. He is cautious of outsiders and goes out of his way to protect his mates, but he should not be too quiet, timid, or violent.

All about the Puli adult stats

Weight

Low 10.00 KG

High 13.00 KG

Height

Low 36.00 cm

High 42.00 cm

Weight

Low 13.00 KG

High 15.00 KG

Height

Low 39.00 cm

High 45.00 cm

Puli.

Characteristics & Tendencies:

TENDENCY TO DIG
Snoring
Drooling
Exercise needs
Grooming needs
Barking

Care and Maintenance

Feeding

How much do
Puli eat?
1.00 to 2.00 cups of food a day

Exercise

How much
exercise do they need?
30 to 120 Mins

Temperament

Are they kid friendly? This is a suitable dog breed for kids. It is also friendly toward other pets and friendly toward strangers.

Living

Do they need a lot of space? They need a lot of exercise and space

Frequently asked questions about the Puli.

This dog just loses a small amount of hair. Owners who don't want to deal with dog fur in their vehicles and homes should use this product. Pulis does shed, but much of the fur gets stuck in the long coat and does not end up on the surface. Clipping the coat, on the other hand, removes the impediment of shed hair falling out. However, while there aren't many furs, I believe the trade-off (an easy-care coat) is worthwhile.

Brush and comb the fluffy, uncorded Puli coat daily to eliminate tangles and debris and spread natural skin oils. The corded coat is never brushed; instead, it is twirled and separated by hand after being dampened with sweat. The corded coat's thickness is sometimes cut to prevent it from gathering dust and soil.

Bathing a Puli with a fuzzy coat is similar to bathing some other breed. Scrub the dog in the shower by adding water and soap. However, soaking the corded-coat Puli in the tub is a time-consuming and labour-intensive process. Since thoroughly soaking the cords in water (which takes a long time), you can work in a diluted shampoo.

It can take up to 30 minutes to complete the rinsing process. After that, the strings are squeezed dry with a towel and then by hand. After a bath, some owners wrap the Puli in a thick sweatshirt to keep him soaked up the water.

The Puli is a high-drive dog that needs mental and physical stimulus. For this breed, mental exercise is just as necessary as physical exercise. When the dog is young, and the growth plates have not yet merged or closed, reputable breeders advise people not to overdo physical activity. Herding, discipline, and endurance are only a few of the canine competitions that the Puli excels at. The Puli is an engaging, energetic breed that needs to be exercised regularly. Herding is its preferred game, but it also loves discipline and agility training, as well as a simple stroll through the neighbourhood.

Take the dog to the veterinarian if needed or if any problems happen, such as if the dog seems to be sick or has been in an accident. Every dog needs affection and care, as well as good diet and exercise, and, of course, a ride to the veterinarian when necessary.

The Puli, which lives for 10 to 15 years on average, is prone to serious health problems such as canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD). Pulis can also be characterized by progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) and deafness. A veterinarian may prescribe hip, eye, and hearing exams for this breed of dog to recognize any of these issues.

Puli is a good partner for children since he is well-socialized and educated. He's just as playful as the girls, if not more so. He guards his family's children and shuffles them around the house, softly tugging at them to drive them away from a potential (or actual) threat. As in every breed, teach children how to approach and contact dogs, and always supervise all encounters between dogs and young children to avoid biting or ear or tail pulling on any party's side. Teach your child never to touch a feeding or resting dog or threaten to steal the dog's food.

Puli's that needs emotional stimulation. Puli is knowledgeable, agile, and obedient, making them fast learners who aspire to please their masters. However, they are not easily fooled (it's a running joke that owning a Puli necessitates a high level of intelligence), and they need a steady but equal side. Prepare yourself because this is a headstrong breed that has no qualms in embarrassing you in public.

Puli are herding puppies, and as such, many of them are reluctant to relinquish power. They will obey orders, but they will do it their way. They are uninterested in repetition. It's essential to do proper socialization with puppies.

The Puli gets along with other dogs and cats whether he's been trained to do so since he was a puppy. Puli's adult acceptance of other pets is aided by early, positive introductions of different species. There are pet dogs that are friendly with people, but that does not mean they are not familiar with other dogs. As a result, it's vital to learn more about the breed's personality and traits before selecting the best addition to the family.

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Optional Extra Benefits

During the application process You will be provided with the option to include Optional Extra Benefits that cover certain conditions and Treatments which are not otherwise covered under the Policy.

 

The Optional Extra Benefits are:

Alternative Therapies, Behavioural Problems, and Dental Illness.

 

Examples of Alternative Therapies: Acupuncture, physiotherapy, hydrotherapy

Examples of Behavioural Problems: Excessive licking, fur pulling, pacing and destructive

chewing.

Examples of Dental Illnesses: Dental diseases, gingivitis, periodontal disease.