Dutch Schapendoes vs Mudi

Compare Dutch Schapendoes and Mudi side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.

Characteristic

Dutch Schapendoes

Mudi

Breed type

Purebred

Height

40 – 50 cm

38 – 47 cm

Weight

12 – 20 kg

8 – 13 kg

Life expectancy

12 – 15 years

13 – 14 years

Child friendly

4/5

3/5

Energy level

3/5

Intelligence

3/5

Trainability

3/5

Health

4/5

5/5

Grooming needs

2/5

3/5

Shedding

3/5

Barking level

4/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

Characteristics

Dutch Schapendoes

Great with kids

Low grooming

Medium

Mudi

Small

Summary

About Dutch Schapendoes

The Dutch Schapendoes is a medium, shaggy-coated Dutch herding dog, lively and agile with a bouncy gait. Cheerful, people-oriented and playful, it suits active families. Intelligent but independent, it needs positive training, regular mental exercise and frequent grooming.

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About Mudi

The Mudi is a medium Hungarian herding dog with a wavy or curly coat and lively expression. Intelligent, loyal, and versatile, it excels in work and dog sports. Naturally watchful and reserved with strangers, it needs extensive mental and physical activity and remains a relatively rare breed.

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