Puli
Puli
VS
Swedish Lapphund
Swedish Lapphund
Breeds
Puli
Comparisons
Swedish Lapphund

Puli vs Swedish Lapphund

Compare Puli and Swedish Lapphund 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
Puli
Swedish Lapphund
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
38 – 42 cm
40 – 51 cm
Weight
13 – 17 kg
19 – 21 kg
Life expectancy
13 – 15 years
10 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
2/5
5/5
Grooming needs
3/5
1/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics

Puli
Great with kids
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Swedish Lapphund
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Medium

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 Swedish Lapphund
The Swedish Lapphund is an ancient Nordic spitz‑type herding dog with a compact, sturdy build and thick black double coat. Lively, vocal and people‑oriented, it excels in herding and dog sports. Active, intelligent and sensitive, it needs regular exercise, training and close family contact.

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