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Name	Croatian Sheepdog	Puli	Pumi
Origins	Croatia	Hungary	Hungary
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi breeds.	Kroatischer Schäferhund Hrvatski ovcar	Hungarian Water Dog Puli Dog Puli Kutya Pulik Hungarian Puli	Hungarian Herding Terrier Hungarian Pumi
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi? Compare adult weight ranges.	29-43 pounds (13-20 kg)	Male: 25-35 pounds (11-16 kg), Female: 20-30 pounds (9-14 kg)	Male: 22–33 pounds (10-15 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (8-13 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	36 pounds (16.5 kg)	Male: 30 pounds (13.5 kg), Female: 25 pounds (11.5 kg)	Male: 22–33 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (10.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Croatian Sheepdog or Puli or Pumi? Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi height comparison:	16-21 inches (40-53 cm)	Male: 16-17½ inches (41-46 cm), Female: 14½-16 inches (36-41 cm)	Male: 16-19 inches (41-47 cm), Female : 14-17 inches (38-44 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	18.5 inches (46.5 cm)	Male: 16-17.5 inches (43.5 cm), Female: 14.5-16 inches (38.5 cm)	Male: 17.5 inches (44 cm), Female : 15.5 inches (41 cm)

Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1000-$1200	$1000-$1200	$500-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Croatian Sheepdog or Puli or Pumi?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Puli is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Pumi is easier than average to get.

Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Puli dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which is easiest to train?	Croatian Sheepdog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Puli dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pumi dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which breed is most alert?	Croatian Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Puli dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pumi dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which breed is most protective?	Croatian Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Puli dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Pumi dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi? Compare temperaments.	Agile Energetic Alert Intelligent Companionable Keen	Agile Energetic Intelligent Obedient Loyal Faithful Smart Home-Loving	Active Protective Alert Sensitive Intelligent Lively Restless Reserved Vocal Extremely Bold Suspicious Towards Strangers Noisy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Croatian Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Pumi dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi?	High: Croatian Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Puli dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Pumi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi social needs comparison:	Croatian Sheepdog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Puli dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Pumi dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Croatian Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Puli dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Pumi dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Croatian Sheepdog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Puli dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Pumi dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Croatian Sheepdog rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Puli is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Pumi is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Croatian Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Puli is a playful breed. See more.	The Pumi is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Croatian Sheepdog indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Puli breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Pumi indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which breed is most flexible?	Croatian Sheepdog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Puli dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Pumi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Croatian Sheepdog or Puli or Pumi?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Pumi dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Croatian Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Puli has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pumi has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which uses mouth most during play?	Croatian Sheepdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Puli dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Pumi dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Croatian Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Puli bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pumi bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Croatian Sheepdog: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Puli: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pumi: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Croatian Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which has fewer health issues?	Croatian Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Puli is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Pumis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Croatian Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Puli should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Pumi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Elbow Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Primary Lens Luxation

Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which breed is most active?	Croatian Sheepdog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Puli dogs are high-energy dogs.	Pumi dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Croatian Sheepdog or Puli or Pumi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Croatian Sheepdog dogs need a lot of exercises.	Puli dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Pumi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Croatian Sheepdog or Puli or Pumi?	Croatian Sheepdog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Puli dogs don't need too much sleep.	Pumi dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low to Average: The Croatian Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Puli has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Pumi has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which needs most food?	2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. What colors are available?	Black White	Black Cream White Silver Brown	Black White Grey in various shades (normally, the colour at birth is black, turning grey with time) Fawn. Primary colours: red, yellow, cream (a trace of black or grey and a distinct mask are desirable).
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Croatian Sheepdog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Pumi requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which drools least?	The Croatian Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Puli is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pumi is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Croatian Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Puli has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pumi has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Dense Curly Wavy Thick Double Woolly Ribbon Tangled Heavy Corded	Wiry Dense Curly Wavy
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Croatian Sheepdog or Puli or Pumi? Croatian Sheepdog or Puli or {name3 shedding:	Croatian Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Puli dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Pumi dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which is best with kids?	Croatian Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Puli dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pumi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Croatian Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.	Puli dogs are generally with other pets.	Pumi dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Croatian Sheepdog or Puli or Pumi? Which dog is more friendly?	Croatian Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Puli dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Pumi dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Croatian Sheepdog or Puli or Pumi?	Croatian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Puli dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Pumi dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Croatian Sheepdog or Puli or Pumi?	Croatian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Puli dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Pumi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi?	Yes Croatian Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Puli dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pumi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Croatian Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Puli is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pumi is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Croatian Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pulis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pumis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Croatian Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Puli breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pumi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which has most military use?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Croatian Sheepdog vs Puli vs Pumi Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2016 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Croatian Sheepdog, Puli, and Pumi. Which has most recognition?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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