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Hungary's all-round herding dog, equally at home driving stock, hunting or guarding. Highly intelligent, cheerful and eager to work.
The Mudi is a Hungarian herding breed created in the 18th-19th centuries by crossing Hungarian herding dogs with prick-eared German herding dogs. Popular with shepherds for gathering flocks over wide areas, it also hunts boar and works as a guard, watch and detection dog, as well as excelling at agility. Highly intelligent, cheerful, brave and adaptable, it lives happily indoors thanks to its short-ish wavy coat but needs plenty of physical and mental exercise.
The Mudi lives 12-14 years.
The Mudi grows to Height 38-47cm / Weight 8-13kg.
Origin
Hungary
Lifespan
12-14 years
Size
Height 38-47cm / Weight 8-13kg
Temperature
15〜26℃
High-quality medium-breed dog food. Feed twice daily by age.
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Primary sources
Authority databases: JKC (Japan Kennel Club) breed profiles (JA)
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
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Highly intelligent and cheerful. Brave, alert, strongly work-driven and adaptable.
60+ min of exercise daily. Activities like agility that engage mind and body are ideal.
Wavy coat. Brushing 1-2 times weekly is enough.
Hungary
Under-stimulation can lead to barking and mischief. Watch for hip dysplasia and eye conditions.
Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.
The average lifespan of Mudi is 12-14 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Mudi typically reaches Height 38-47cm / Weight 8-13kg as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Mudi feeds on: High-quality medium-breed dog food. Feed twice daily by age.. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Mudi varies significantly depending on lineage, coat color, sex, and age. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: August 31, 2026