Puli

Question 1

Is the Puli good with children?

Answer

Yes, the Puli is very friendly with children. We still recommend introductions to children while they are young so they get used to them, but the Puli naturally loves children.

Question 2

Is the Puli friendly with strangers?

Answer

Yes, the Puli is very friendly with strangers. We still recommend early socialization while the Puli is a puppy to introduce them to various new people, but in general they are friendly with everyone.

Question 3

Is the Puli friendly with other dogs?

Answer

Yes, the Puli is very friendly with other dogs. We still recommend early socialization while the Puli is a puppy to introduce them to various new dogs, but in general they are friendly with dogs as soon as they meet them.

Question 4

Does the Puli like to cuddle?

Answer

The Puli appreciates affection and that includes kisses and snuggles!

Question 5

Does the Puli like to play?

Answer

The Puli is always ready for play! It's important to keep in mind, as they need to be stimulated with games and affection throughout the day.

Question 6

Does the Puli make a good service dog?

Answer

The Puli is not typically used as a service dog. There are always exceptions to the rule, but a service dog has to have many natural traits in addition to the proper training- smart, patient, and obsessed with pleasing their owner.

Question 7

Is the Puli good for first-time owners?

Answer

The Puli is not the easiest breed for first-time owners, but can certainly still work out if the owner is willing to put the time into training and exercise.

Question 8

How well can the Puli be trained?

Answer

The Puli is about average when it comes to training potential. The Puli can be seen in competitions and can have advanced training, but it would require much dedication and oftentimes professional training.

Question 9

Does the Puli shed a lot?

Answer

The Puli sheds a lot! They may still shed less than a few other breeds, but be prepared for dog hair throughout the home and on your clothes.

Question 10

Is the Puli easy to groom?

Answer

The Puli requires a good amount of grooming work. It is possible to do it yourself, but you need to plan on dedicating weekly grooming sessions at the minimum.

Question 11

Does the Puli need a lot of exercise?

Answer

The Puli has a lot of energy and getting daily exercise is very important, both for their well-being and for their focus, which is important when you train them.

Question 12

How smart is the Puli?

Answer

The Puli is very smart. Above-average intelligence means they can pick up on cues and signals quickly when it comes to training. But it also means that they need to be challenged mentally, in addition to their standard exercise needs.

Question 13

How much does the Puli bark? Does the Puli bark too much?

Answer

The Puli barks all the time. They are big talkers, and want to show it! In general, barking and being expressive can be beneficial, such as for guarding property or livestock. But it is important to consider whether heavy barking suites your lifestyle.

Question 14

Is the Puli a good guard dog?

Answer

The Puli is not a dog breed necessarily known as a guard dog, but they are alert. The Puli is protective of its family, and has above average tendencies when it comes to guarding property.

Question 15

Is the Puli good at staying alone? Is the Puli independent?

Answer

The Puli is not very independent and does not do great when left behind for longer than a couple of hours. This is one of the most important things to consider when getting a new dog.

Question 16

Is the Puli a good apartment dog?

Answer

The Puli is not the best dog apartment living, but it can work if the owner is dedicated to exercising and training their Puli

Question 17

How big is the Puli?

Answer

The Puli is a medium sized dog breed. They can range in size depending on genetics, and males are larger on average than females.

Question 18

How much does the Puli tolerate hot weather? When is it too hot for a Puli?

Answer

The Puli does not tolerate hot weather very well, and we would not recommend having a Puli if you live in a very hot weather climate. At the minimum, they would need a home with air conditioning.

Question 19

How much does the Puli tolerate cold weather? When is it too cold for a Puli?

Answer

The Puli does very well in cold weather, and loves the snow. They were built for it!

Question 20

Does the Puli try to run away?

Answer

The Puli does not have a large drive to run away. They can still be distracted and run, so precautions should be taken, but overall they have a less than average urge to run away.

Question 21

Is the Puli a healthy dog? The health of a Puli should be measured not just by how many years they live, but also by how many health issues they've had. It is important to know which health conditions your breed is prone to- hip problems, eye problems, bloating, and arthritis are all common dog health problems.

Answer

The Puli is healthy, but has an average number of health risks that should be taken into consideration.

Question 22

How energetic is the Puli?

Answer

The Puli has a lot of energy and this needs to be considered before bringing the Puli into your home. Can you give your Puli enough exercise? They will need several small daily walks, or a large dog park trip to get all of the energy out.

Question 23

How much does the Puli drool?

Answer

The Puli does not drool at all.

Question 24

Does the Puli have a large prey drive? Does the Puli like to chase birds, cats, and other small animals?

Answer

The Puli has average prey drive. They will probably enjoy chasing after birds and other small animals at the park, and it may be an issue at the home if you have small animals, but with some training and introduction can usually learn to live with them.

Question 25

Is the Puli atheltic?

Answer

The Puli is athletic and has average levels of endurance. They need a lot of exercise, and can be an exercise partner as long as it's nothing too extreme.