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Medium breed Active energy Curly coat Miscellaneous Class

Mudi

Loyal, Intelligent, Active

The Mudi (pronounced “moodie”) is a medium-sized herding dog from Hungary which has been in existence since the 19th century. It is said the Mudi evolved naturally from crosses of the Puli, Pumi and German Spitz breeds. Today, the Mudi, though very rare, is seen as an active, int…

⚖️ 18–29 lbs 📏 15–18.5" 🎂 12–14 years
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Traits

Mudi Characteristics

Energy

100%

Shedding

40%

Trainability

100%

Grooming

20%

Friendliness

40%

Coat Type

Curly coat Occasional Bath/Brush

Owner resources

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Mudi food & nutrition tools
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Mudi training & walking gear
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Care basics

Mudi Care Tips

Requires 90+ minutes vigorous exercise daily — fetch, agility, or long hikes.

Highly trainable — excels with positive reinforcement; start obedience classes early.

Owner fit

Who the Mudi Suits

  • Recommended for experienced owners — higher owner difficulty rating of 8/10.

  • Urban-friendly: adapts well to apartment or townhouse living when daily exercise is consistent.

  • Naturally energetic and intelligent, this breed fits best with early socialization and clear routines.

Grooming commitment: very high — comb to skin daily, professional grooming every 6–8 weeks

Before you choose

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Related guides

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Classification

FCI Classification

FCI Group Group 1 — Sheepdogs and Cattledogs
Section Herdershonden
Status Recognized

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