Pumi Breed Information & Characteristics

The Pumi is a breed that has an average risk of becoming obese. Daily walks and a balanced diet of quality dry dog food can help maintain a healthy weight. An active lifestyle and monitoring weight regularly is recommended.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Pumis are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Lively
Reserved
Intelligent
Protective
Vocal
Alert
Restless
Extremely Bold
Suspicious Towards Strangers
Sensitive
Noisy

Pumi dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Pumi. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

The Pumi dog is one of the best choice if you want a good watchdog. This breed will keep watch over you and your family at all times. This breed takes this task seriously and will typically perform its guarding duty with little to no training. This dog will require obedience training, or you can consider guard dog training to sharpen its skills.

Hungary

Puli, German and French Sheepdog

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

1700s

Herding

Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Silver

The coat of a Pumi falls in the medium length category.

Curly

A Pumi can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Pumis are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Pumi is a breed of dog that is known to have a higher frequency of health issues compared to other breeds. These issues can range from minor to serious, and regular check-ups with a veterinarian are essential in order to identify and address any potential problems as early as possible.

Patellar Luxation
Lens Luxation

Hip Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy

Eye Examination
OFA on hips and elbows
DNA Test

Pumis are high-energy dogs, thus an active lifestyle suits them well.

Pumi have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Pumi dog needs significant physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. They are also well-suited for those who lead an active lifestyle and enjoy activities such as running, hiking, or other outdoor pursuits.

Pumis are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

The Pumi is known to be an average drooler among dog breeds. Drooling is the unintentional flow of saliva outside of the mouth and can be a normal characteristic of certain breeds or it can be a sign of a health problem. In the case of the Pumi, it is a normal part of their physiology, however it is important to keep an eye on the amount of drooling and any changes in drooling patterns, as excessive drooling can be an indication of an underlying health issue and should be checked by a veterinarian.

Pumi dogs bark and howl frequently, they are not a good fit for quiet homes.

These dogs are known for their strong territorial instinct and protective nature. They will fiercely defend their territory and are highly alert and vigilant against any perceived threat to their home and family.

Pumis are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pumi, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pumis usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Pumi is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Pumi should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 27-29 pound (12 - 13 kg) Pumi feed 1.2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Pumi is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pumi is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Pumis has average obedience intelligence. But, they're also independent thinkers. The Pumi is a breed with an exceptionally high IQ and may get into mischief if left to their own devices.

Pumi dogs are a less sensitive breed known for their adaptability and resilience. They tend to be less affected by new environments, people and noises. They can make great companions for families or individuals looking for a balanced and less sensitive pet that are not as demanding as highly sensitive breeds.

Pumis are dogs that do well in apartments with sufficient exercise, but they would really appreciate a small yard.

Pumis are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

Pumis are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Pumis are average friendly towards other dogs. If they are raised with other dogs, they are likely to get along with them. And, if they are socialized properly from a young age, they will usually be great with other dogs.

Pumis are below average friendly around strangers. Keen of eye and sharp of tongue, most Pumis are very quick to announce strangers at the door. Once the visitor comes in, some Pumis will be friendly and outgoing. But many others have the standoffish or suspicious towards strangers.

Pumis are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Pumi for a mellower experience.

Pumi dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.