Puli vs American Hairless Terrier
Compare Puli and American Hairless Terrier: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
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Characteristic
Puli
American Hairless Terrier
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
38 – 42 cm
31 – 41 cm
Weight
13 – 17 kg
3 – 12 kg
Life expectancy
13 – 15 years
14 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
2/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
1/5
Shedding
1/5
1/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Puli
Great with kids
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
American Hairless Terrier
Low grooming
Small
Summary
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.
About American Hairless Terrier
Small, lively terrier available in hairless and coated forms, usually 25–46 cm and 5–12 kg. Very people-focused, indoor-oriented, and low-shedding, often suiting allergy-prone owners. Needs moderate daily exercise, mental stimulation, skin protection, and consistent, positive training.
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