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Dogs
# The Mudi: temperament, price, health, and breeders
Hungary
A lively, agile and versatile Hungarian herding dog, built for action.
Size MediumLife expectancy 12–14 yearsBudget ≈ €107/monthPuppy €800 – €1,000
[Find a breeder 13](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-mudi) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=mudi)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Good
Daily exercise needs High
Apartment living Fair
First-time owners Good
Other pets Good
Tolerance of being alone Fair
Guarding instinct Very good
Strengths and weaknesses
- Versatility: The Mudi combines the abilities of a companion, guard and working dog in a balanced format.
- Liveliness: Its energy and agility make it a motivated partner for sporting and educational activities.
- Vigilance: Naturally attentive and protective, it provides a deterrent presence without losing its qualities as a family dog.
- Need for exercise: Without sufficient physical and mental activity, he can quickly get bored and become difficult to manage.
- Breed not well suited to passivity: The Mudi does not thrive in a very sedentary or unstimulating lifestyle.
- Limited availability: Its rarity can make it harder to find a reputable breeder and lengthen waiting times.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Active owners: The Mudi is well suited to people who like to stay active, walk their dog, and offer regular activities.
- Dog sports enthusiasts: Its agility, intelligence, and desire to act make it a good candidate for sporting disciplines.
- Households with outdoor space: A house with a fenced garden makes the daily management of its energy easier, even if it does not replace outings.
Not recommended for
- Very sedentary people: The Mudi does not cope well with a daily routine lacking exercise, outings, and stimulation.
- Owners with little availability: This dog needs interactions, guidance, and regular activities to stay balanced.
- Households looking for a very calm dog: Its lively temperament and natural vigilance do not match an expectation of constant placidity.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
42 cmMudi
- Height at the withers
- 38–46 cm
- Weight
- 8–13 kg
- Coat
- Medium-long, wavy to curly, dense
- FCI group
- 1
- Origin
- Hungary
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Mudi in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
Originally from Hungary, the Mudi developed from local herding dogs crossed with other droving dogs from Germany, notably prick-eared subjects, between the 18th and 19th centuries. It long accompanied Hungarian shepherds for driving and protecting flocks, while also being used during wild boar drives. The breed was definitively recognized by the FCI on 25 March 1963 and remains today relatively rare outside Hungary and Central Europe.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Mudi is a medium-sized herding dog, harmonious, agile and built in an almost square format. Its coat is medium-length, dense, shiny, wavy to curly over a large part of the body, shorter and smooth on the head and the front of the limbs. Its wedge-shaped head, its erect ears in an inverted V, its dark eyes and its lively carriage give it an attentive and dynamic expression. The breed exists notably in fawn, black, blue merle, blue-grey, brown or white.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
The Mudi is a lively, courageous, determined and very alert dog. Naturally protective, it makes a good guard dog and proves versatile in many roles, from companion dog to working dog. Affectionate with its own, it retains a certain reserve and strong vigilance that require careful socialization.
Affectionate Playful Intelligent Protective
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
Very active, the Mudi needs space, freedom of movement and daily stimulation to stay balanced. He enjoys long walks, varied exercises and disciplines such as agility, canicross or obedience. Apartment living remains possible provided he is given enough outings and activities every day.
Training
## Training and socialization
Active and intelligent, the Mudi responds well to training based on play, rewards and encouragement. Harsh methods should be avoided, as they may impair its motivation and its relationship with its owner. It needs to feel useful, understood and guided regularly to express its full potential.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Mudi
The Mudi remains a rare breed, which can influence its availability and the level of selection of the breeders offering puppies. The acquisition budget must always be assessed in relation to the quality of the breeding, the health tests carried out and the support offered.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/mudi/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Mudi is generally a hardy, robust and resilient dog, with overall sound health. Like many medium-sized working breeds, it nevertheless deserves careful monitoring of the musculoskeletal system and the eyes, as well as neurological monitoring in the event of suggestive symptoms.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/mudi/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Mudi needs a high-quality diet, adapted to its age, its size and above all to its activity level. Its status as a lively and athletic dog justifies a well-calibrated ration, regular and monitored over time.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/mudi/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
Rare outside Hungary and Central Europe, the Mudi is nevertheless an ancient and very well-rounded working dog. Historically valued for herding livestock, it has also distinguished itself in property guarding and even during wild boar drives, which attests to its courage and versatility.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Mudi
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the Mudi a good family dog?
Yes, the Mudi can be a good family dog for present and active owners, able to provide consistent training, stimulation, and enough daily exercise.
### Can the Mudi live in an apartment?
Yes, but only if its physical and mental exercise needs are truly met every day. Without long outings, varied activities, and regular stimulation, apartment living becomes less suitable.
### Is the Mudi easy to train?
The Mudi is intelligent and responsive, but it requires consistency and a minimum of experience. It makes good progress with play, rewards, and encouragement rather than coercive methods.
### Does the Mudi shed a lot?
Its shedding is of moderate intensity and its upkeep remains overall moderate. Weekly brushing is most often enough to keep the coat clean and limit dead hair.
## Find a Mudi breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Mudi breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Mudi breeders by country
[5 breeders of Mudi in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-mudi/germany) [3 breeders of Mudi in Hungary](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-mudi/hungary) [2 breeders of Mudi in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-mudi/austria) [2 breeders of Mudi in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-mudi/italy) [1 breeder of Mudi in the Netherlands](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-mudi/netherlands)
[All breeders of Mudi in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-mudi)
## Ready to welcome a Mudi?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-mudi)
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