Hokkaido vs Puli
Compare Hokkaido and Puli 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
Hokkaido
Puli
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
46 – 52 cm
38 – 42 cm
Weight
20 – 30 kg
13 – 17 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
13 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
2/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
1/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Hokkaido
Large
Puli
Great with kids
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Hokkaido
About Puli
The Puli is a compact Hungarian herding dog, agile and athletic beneath its famous corded “mop‑like” coat. Intelligent, independent and lively, it bonds closely with family, needs consistent training, substantial mental and physical exercise, and dedicated, specialized coat care.
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