Mary Allen
The Mudi works like only the Australian herding dogs do by “eying”, the wolf-like staring at the “prey”. Find out everything about the behavior, character, activity, and exercise needs, training, and care of the Mudi dog breed in the profile.
The breed originated during the 18th and 19th centuries from a mixture of Hungarian and most likely various German prick-eared herding dogs. The Mudi is said to be a close relative of the Pumi and Pulli. The current standard was described in 1936.
General Appearance
It is a medium-sized breed of herding dog with a wedge-shaped head and pricks ears. The upper line of the body is clearly tilted backward. The head and limbs are covered with short, straight hair. The other parts of the body show slightly longer, strongly wavy to slightly curly hair. There are different color varieties.
Behavior and temperament
The Mudi is the “favorite dog” of Hungarian shepherds and farmers: independent, intelligent, robust, and alert. He is also extremely adaptable: he gets along well with life in the city and with a family – provided he is given enough physical and mental activity. The Mudi is also very alert, i.e. also a very barking dog.
Need for employment and physical activity
A Mudi is a lively and energetic dog that likes to be active. His life should be varied, boredom makes him unhappy. Learning is great fun for him. Like all herding dogs, the Mudi is ideal for all dog sports.
upbringing
The Mudi is very teachable and has a great will to obey. Therefore, he is actually easy to train. However, if you neglect training, you can expect this dog to teach itself things it may not be supposed to learn.
Maintenance
The short coat does not require much maintenance.
Disease Susceptibility / Common Diseases
The Mudi has a robust body but a very sensitive psyche. When underemployed, he tends to become apathetic or aggressive.
Did you know?
The Mudi works like only the Australian herding dogs do by “eying”, the wolf-like staring at the “prey”. With this threatening behavior, he keeps the herd in check.