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This breed sheds little to no hair. The Pumi requires weekly combing of the coat. Bathing should only be done when necessary. Professional grooming must be done every three months and removing excess hair from the ears is recommended.
Pumi, the dog that originated from Hungary is otherwise known as the dog that cannot keep quiet. This dog is really mouthy! The Pumis (plural for Pumi) are restless dogs, always on the move and always want to be where the action is. The tail that is always carried high and the ears that are always alert is a sign of the dog’s happy character. These dogs are vigorous and are known to be very vocal, would bark eagerly at the slightest strange noise. If you want a dog that would quietly lie on the sofa all day then the Pumi is definitely not for you. Pumis are speculated to have come from Puli stock and similar to their Puli cousins the Pumis are square and light bodied dogs that look heavier because of their average length, dense curling coat. The Pumi’s coat however, unlike that of a Puli’s is not overly long and do not form into cords. Pumis are valued not only for their beautiful appearance but more for their intelligence that makes them respond to obedience training easily. Pumis attract attention wherever they may be. These are funny and fun loving dogs that are known to be real clowns. They would delight the owners with their antics as well as their prowess to dance. Because the dogs are highly intelligent, they are presently used in search and rescue operations as well as in bomb and narcotics detection. This dog that was primarily developed and used to herd stock and to hunt wild boar now excels in obedience, agility and dancing competitions. A Pumi zigzagging between posts, climbing over planks, and jumping obstacles is a truly magnificent sight to behold. Pumis have bagged world championship records in agility and obedience competitions. Pumis are constantly moving dogs. Frisbees and tennis balls are their most valued toys. But of course if the dog decides to play you would need to play too as a Pumi is known to be very demanding. Who can ever say no to a Pumi with a cocked head, holding a “conversation” and asking the master to throw the ball or the Frisbee? Naturally inquisitive, the dog has the tendency to perch on high places in order to see what is going on around him. Pumis are affectionate dogs that would enjoy being petted. Because of the size the Pumi can be an ideal lap dog too but be prepared to be deserted by the dog if it sensed something more interesting is going on. Pumis are the result of cross breeding the Hungarian Pulis and a variety of Terrier. The dog that was produced has a shorter coat a longer head and a semi pricked ears. All the outstanding qualities of the Puli and the excellent features of the terrier resulted to a dog that has an alert and lively temperament, a dog that is both tough and robust, one that is always ready to work with the master in herding sheep, cattle as well as pigs. Pumis are most valued as aside from the dog’s herding capabilities, they are also excellent rat hunters.
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