Loyal, Smart, Home-Loving
First, there are those dreadlocks, the instantly recognizable feature of the Puli (pronounced โPoo-leeโโโPulikโ is the plural). The coatโs naturally occurring cords are wooly, dense, and weatherproof. Either corded or brushed out, Puli coats require lots of attention. Under the dโฆ
Energy
60%
Shedding
20%
Trainability
40%
Grooming
100%
Friendliness
40%
Coat Type
Corded
Specialty/Professional
dog food
Best value grain-free option โ great for active dogsโฆ
toys
The #1 chew toy for heavy chewers โ nothing else comes closeโฆ
beds
Best mid-range orthopedic โ great for dogs who don't need clinical-graโฆ
health
Best DNA test overall โ unmatched health screening depthโฆ
training
Best GPS collar for active owners โ 3-month battery is class-leadingโฆ
grooming
The gold standard for double-coated breeds โ nothing removes undercoatโฆ
Benefits from 30-60 minutes daily exercise โ walks, play sessions, or swimming.
Low shedding โ regular brushing prevents tangles; minimal shedding management.
Recommended for experienced owners โ high owner difficulty rating of 8/10.
Urban-friendly: adapts well to flat or townhouse living provided daily exercise is consistent.
Naturally friendly and intelligent, it integrates well into family life when socialised early.
Working heritage means it needs a job or structured activity โ under-stimulation leads to problem behaviours.
Puli Cost Calculator
Puppy price, annual costs & lifetime estimate โ
FCI Group
Group 1 โ Sheepdogs and Cattledogs
Section
Herdershonden
Status
recognized