Pumi
Pumi
VS
Standard Poodle
Standard Poodle
Breeds
Pumi
Comparisons
Standard Poodle

Pumi vs Standard Poodle

Compare Pumi and Standard Poodle 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
Pumi
Standard Poodle
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
38 – 47 cm
45 – 60 cm
Weight
8 – 15 kg
25 – 32 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 14 years
13 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
5/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
4/5
5/5
Shedding
1/5
1/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
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Characteristics

Pumi
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Standard Poodle
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Large

Summary

About Pumi
The Pumi is a medium‑small Hungarian herding dog with a curly, low‑shedding coat, pricked ears, and an alert expression. Intelligent, energetic, and vocal, it excels in dog sports, needs regular mental and physical work, bonds closely with its family, and remains relatively rare.
About Standard Poodle
The Standard Poodle is an athletic, low‑shedding water retriever with a dense curly coat needing regular grooming. Highly intelligent and sensitive, it excels in training, dog sports, and family life, thriving on close companionship, daily exercise, and mental stimulation.

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