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Mudi
(Hungarian Mudi) (Canis Ovilis Fenyesi)
"Quetzalcotl Smoke - 2 year old gray Mudi. Mudi are extremely fast and needs lots of room to run. Mudi are a tough breed used to herd sheep, pigs, and cattle."
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Description |
The Mudi has a wedge-shaped head with a pointed nose. The
jaws are muscular with a scissors bite. The skull is convex with a well-marked
stop. The eyes are oval and dark brown. The ears are erect in the shape of an
upside-down "V". It has a deep thorax. It is not unusual for the
puppies to be born without a tail. The back is straight and rather long. The
hind legs are surprisingly wide set. The hair on the muzzle is short, becoming
bristly toward the ears. Its dense, wavy to curly coat is about 2 inches (5 cm.) long
with glossy hair that forms tufts and easy to care for. Coat colors include black,
white, red, brown, gray, bread-pale, and fallow. There is also a very rare color
called "cifra" (blue-merle) which is dark or light gray and mixed with
a black, spotted, striped, stained, marbly color. (The potential coat colors are
actually limitless with this breed.) |
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Temperament |
The Mudi is truly a rare dog. The few owners who
employ and favor the Mudi find him incomparable. His seemingly unending list of
talents combined with his pleasant disposition makes him a top dog among
canines. Highly intelligent, they can learn as quickly as Border Collies or
even faster. Extremely powerful
and courageous, the Mudi is afraid of nothing, not even wild boar, which it can
overpower quickly. It makes a good guard dog. It is very loving and gentle in
the family and has therefore gained appreciation as a companion dog that, if the
need arises, will defend both property and person. Within the family it also has
a tendency to bond with one particular person. Mudis can be wary of strangers.
Socialize them well preferably at a young age. Some will not come up to a stranger until it sees that the person is friendly
and doesn't want to hurt it. They are not aggressive when they meet someone they
do not know; they just need to get accustomed to them. They will do okay with
children if they are treated in such a way that they see humans above them in the pack order. Mudi are friendly with
other dogs and will be okay with non-canine pets if they are raised with them
from puppyhood or properly introduced as a new pet in the home. It is an
obedient and playful companion, but can sometimes be noisy. They need to be taught not to bark unnecessarily. Mudi will do very well with a job to do. They need an owner who knows how to properly communicate the rules and one who has time for daily exercise. |
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Height, Weight |
Height: 14-20 inches (38-47 cm.)
Weight: 18-29 pounds (8-13 kg.) |
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Health Problems |
This is a fairly healthy breed, although some
cases of hip dysplasia have occurred, but not many. |
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Living Conditions |
The Mudi can live in an apartment if it is
sufficiently exercised; however, they need space to run and play and would do
better if not kept in one. They are moderately active indoors and will do best
with at least a large yard. This breed can live outdoors. |
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Exercise |
The Mudi is a very active breed.
They need to be taken on a daily, long, brisk
walk or
jog, where they are made to heel beside or behind the human holding the leash, as in a dogs eyes, the pack leader leads the way. In addition, they will benefit from a large safe area where they can run free.
They need a lot
of running and other exercises to be in good condition. They love to play and
will excel in all kinds of sports such as flyball and Frisbee. |
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Life Expectancy |
About 13-14 years. |
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Grooming |
The Mudi is easy to groom. An occasional combing
and brushing to remove dead hair is all it needs. This breed is an average
shedder. |
| Origin |
The Mudi's full
name is Canis Ovilis Fenyesi (Dr Dezso Fenyesi separated Mudi from the Puli and
Pumi). The Hungarian herdsman's dogs were all classified together until
the 1930's when the Mudi was separated from the Puli and Pumi.
This all-purpose rural breed does not appear to be the result of planned
breeding. The breed formed spontaneously and is only about one hundred years
old. It is rare, even in Hungary - its country of origin. Its conformation
stabilized in the early 1900's and its standards were written down according to
these original traits. Perhaps much of the reason for the rareness of this breed
can be attributed to the ever-present Puli and Komondor
- older and more popular Hungarian working breeds. Perhaps the least known of
all Hungarian dogs, it is noted for the multiplicity of its uses both inside and
outside its native land. It has served as a flock guardian, sheep herder, cow
herder, guard dog, hunter of wild animals, killer of mice and weasels and as a
companion. He is capable of handling his own flock without the assistance of a
third paw. In Finland they are used as mountain-rescue dogs. Without the
intervention of dedicated breeders, it would be in danger of extinction. |
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Herding |
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Recognition |
CKC, FCI, NKC, APRI, ACR, DRA |
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CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
NKC = National
Kennel Club
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
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"Erika de la Croix Bernifa was born in Belgium and brought to the US in 2006. She is expecting her second litter of puppies in August of 2009. There have been less than 10 litters of mudi puppies born in the US in the past 10 years. She is shown in this photo with three of her six puppies."
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This is Savvy at 9 months old. Courtesy of Linda Reynolds, VerMudi Kennel.
Racey looking regal in grass. This is Savvy's father. Quickly is the mom. LSR. Courtesy of Linda Reynolds, VerMudi Kennel.
Savvy, at 7 weeks. LSR. Courtesy of Linda Reynolds, VerMudi Kennel.
Ch.Pl.Jr;BIS Puppy
Szelvigyazo-Garaboncias KOKENY(Szikra). Szikra is the first Mudi in Poland. The picture was taken by Magdalena Zawadzka.
FIN CH Szofogadas Pirota, Mudi bitch, breeder: Riitta
Hohtela, owner Jonna Laitinen photo: Jonna, Laitinen.
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FIN CH Szofogadas Pirula, Mudi bitch breeder &
owner Riitta Hohtela. Photo: Keijo Laitinen.
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