Mudi
About the Mudi
Temperament
Physical Characteristics
| Size Category | Medium (25-50 lbs) |
|---|---|
| Height | 15-19" |
| Weight | 18-29 lbs |
| Coat Type | Curly |
| Coat Length | Medium |
| Colors | |
| Hypoallergenic | No |
Care Requirements
Exercise Needs
High (60-90 min/day)
60 minutes per day recommended
Grooming
Moderate - Weekly
Mental Stimulation
★★★★★Needs plenty of mental challenges
Drooling
★★★★★Living Conditions
Cost of Ownership
| Purchase Price | $1,500-$2,500 |
|---|---|
| Annual Cost | $1,400/year |
Costs vary based on location, breeder, and individual needs. Annual costs include food, veterinary care, grooming, and supplies.
Health Considerations
Like all breeds, Mudis may be prone to certain health conditions:
Regular veterinary check-ups and proper care can help prevent or manage many health issues.
Best For
- Families with Children
- Active Owners
- Guard Dog
May Not Be Ideal For
- Apartment Living
- Long Work Hours Away
- Sedentary Lifestyles
Guides for your Mudi
The story behind the Mudi
The Mudi comes from Hungary, where it existed for generations as an unremarked farm dog working sheep, cattle and pigs and killing vermin around holdings, without being distinguished from other Hungarian herding types. It was identified and described as a separate breed in the earlier twentieth century by Hungarian cynologists who separated it from the Puli and Pumi, with which it shares ancestry among old Hungarian sheepdogs and probably German spitz-type influence. The Second World War severely reduced numbers, and enthusiasts rebuilt the population afterward from surviving farm stock. FCI recognition came first, with full AKC recognition following much more recently. The Mudi remains numerically small, kept mainly in Hungary and among sport-dog enthusiasts elsewhere, and continues to be used on Hungarian farms.
Originally bred for: Sheep and cattle herding, Vermin control, Farm watchdog. You can trace how working roles shaped today’s breeds across our dog guides.
Feeding a Mudi
An energetic medium farm dog needs a balanced everyday food given as two servings, scaled to real workload rather than assumed activity. Working seasons increase needs; quieter periods reduce them. Keep the dog lean and athletic to preserve the agility the breed depends on.
Watch for: No breed-wide food sensitivity is recognised. Active herding dogs sometimes develop loose stools during stressful travel or competition, which reflects circumstances rather than ingredients. Change foods gradually, and have a veterinarian examine any ongoing skin irritation or digestive trouble before restricting the diet.
Mealtime extras: training treats worth keeping in your pocket. Everything else lives in our dog nutrition and feeding hub.
Living with a Mudi
Day to day, the basics matter most: how much exercise your dog needs, how often to get out for a walk, and how much sleep is normal.
For play and enrichment, browse our favorite dog toys and interactive toys for rainy days.
Gear that fits the breed makes life easier: a well-sized dog bed, a properly sized crate.
Raising a puppy? Work through crate training and the teething timeline — or see how old your dog is in human years with our dog age calculator.