Puli

Puli Grooming Profile

Pulis are small-to-medium herding dogs recognized for their distinctive corded, low-shedding coats. They reach full height by 18 months but take up to three years to fully mature physically. While allergy-friendly, they require high grooming maintenance and 1-2 cups of food daily.

Breed Group

Herding Dogs

Country of Origin

Hungary

Breed Size

Medium

AKC Recognition

Yes, recognized in 1936

FCI Recognition

Yes, recognized in 1954

Allergy-friendly

Fair

7 / 10

Shedding

Very Low

9 / 10

Grooming need

1 hour/week

2 / 10

Low-maintenance

Moderate

5 / 10

Size

Medium

5 / 10

Growth timeline

15-18 months

8 / 10

Grooming FAQ

Are Puli hypoallergenic or allergy-friendly?

Puli are considered to have moderate allergy-friendly tendencies. They possess a corded coat that has very low shedding. Their grooming needs are high.

Allergy-friendly: 7 / 10

Do Puli shed?

Puli have a corded coat with very low shedding. Overall, their shedding level is considered very low. Regular grooming is recommended to manage their coat.

Shedding: 9 / 10

How often should you groom a Puli?

To maintain a healthy Puli, you should expect high grooming needs. It is generally recommended to groom them 1 hour/week to keep their corded coat in good condition.

Grooming need: 2 / 10

Are Puli low-maintenance dogs?

Pulis are moderate-maintenance dogs. While their grooming needs are manageable, they are active dogs that require regular daily exercise and mental stimulation. The Puli.

Low-maintenance: 5 / 10

How big do Puli get?

The Puli is a medium breed. They typically weigh 25-35 lbs and stand 16-17 in tall when fully grown.

Size: 5 / 10

When do Puli stop growing?

Pulis typically reach their full adult size by 15-18 months, and fill out until age three. The Puli's growth timeline.

Growth timeline: 8 / 10

How much should a Puli eat?

Adult Pulis generally require 1-2 cups of high-quality food per day. The nutritional needs of a Puli.

Feeding amount: 2 / 10

How often should a Puli puppy eat?

Puli puppies should be fed 4 meals/day to support their rapid growth and high energy levels. Consult your veterinarian for a specific feeding schedule.

Puppy feeding frequency: 8 / 10

Vet Insights

Pulis are small-to-medium herding dogs recognized for their distinctive corded, low-shedding coats. They reach full height by 18 months but take up to three years to fully mature physically. While allergy-friendly, they require high grooming maintenance and 1-2 cups of food daily.

Dr. Vojtech Gabriel
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Dr. Vojtech Gabriel
DVM · PhD · MBA
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