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COUNTRY:
Hungary
WEIGHT:
18-29 pounds
HEIGHT:
13-19 inches
COAT:
Medium-long, curling hair, not felty like Puli
type, never cording
COLOR:
Solids—Black, all shades of gray, and reddish
brown, white not favored
REGISTRY:
FCI
GROUP:
Herding
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The Pumi was
bred from Pomeranian or Hutes-pitz dogs brought from Germany and crossed
with the Puli brought along with the merino sheep imported in the 17th
and 18th centuries. This dog has evolved into a breed of its own over
the last 300 years and is gaining popularity in its homeland. Developed
to drive cattle, it is daring, energetic, mouthy and high-spirited. Its
standard describes the Pumi as "unable to keep quiet." His character
makes the breed a fine watchdog in remote areas.
The Pumi's tail
is set high and carried gaily. One-third of the tail is removed. The ears
are upright and tipped forward. The coat is distinct from the Puli's in
that, although thick and long, the hair does not form into cords. The
Pumi is considered the town dog in Hungary, while the Puli remains on
the puszta, high plains.
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