Mudi Facts You Should Know (with Pictures).

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Mudi Breed Overview

The Mudi is a small-sized dog.

The adult Mudi stands 14 to 20 inches.

The Mudi belongs to the Herding Dogs group.

Dogs in the Herding Dogs group, like the Mudi, were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer.

Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable.

Herding dogs have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior.

Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

The fact that Mudis belong to the Herding Dogs group is one of the reasons why Mudis have the personality and temperament that they have.

The temperament of the Mudi is generally described as:

  • Alert
  • Courageous
  • Energetic
  • Intelligent
  • Keen
  • Lively

History of the Mudi Breed. Where Mudis came from

Little is known about the Mudi`s origins.

Even the exact date he was discovered is unknown.

Some claim he was discovered in the 1920s, while others claim it was in 1936.

Dr.

Dezso Fenyes of Hungary claims to have discovered the Mudi first.

The Mudi was used as a driver dog on many farms and ranches in the early 1900s.

He was initially known as Driver Dog.

The Mudi is thought to be the result of a cross between herding dogs and Spitz-type dogs.

Some believe he is related to other herding breeds in Hungary, such as the Puli and Pumi.

Many Mudi dogs were killed during WWII, and the breed was on the verge of extinction.

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What the Mudi Looks Like

The Mudi is a medium-sized, athletic, and intelligent dog.

His topline should have a distinct slope towards the back of his head and ears that stand up on top of his head.

His short, smooth coat covers his head and legs.

The rest of his body should have a longer, wavy, or even curly coat.

His coat is thickest on the back of his forelegs and upper thighs, where it forms a distinct feathering.

He is available in a variety of colors, including black, white, ash, fawn, brown, and blue merle.

He can only have a small spot of white on his body, generally on his chest or toes.

He has a somewhat unkempt appearance and some ridges or cow-licks.

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Best Mudi Breeders

Mudi Breeders in the United States

We have researched reputable Mudi breeders that you can buy a puppy.

Go to this page for our complete list of reputable Mudi breeders in various states in the United States.

On this page, you will see how much these breeders sell their puppies for, and how many puppies they have available.

A few of these breeders are listed below.

  1. Menagerie Mudis & More

    Puppy Price: $2500.00

  2. Twisted Acres Border Collies & Mudi

    Puppy Price: Check with breeder

  3. Graves Farm

    Puppy Price: Check with breeder

  4. Gemini Dream Mudi

    Puppy Price: Check with breeder

  5. Wodan Kennels

    Puppy Price: $3,000

What Colors do Mudis Have?

Mudis come in the following beautiful primary colors:

    Mudis come in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to their primary colors:

      How Long Mudis Live

      The lifespan of the Mudi is typically from 12 to 14 years.

      Mudis live long if they eat well, drink well, exercise well, and visit the veterinarian regularly.

      Mudi Litter Size

      Researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science did a study where they counted the numbers of puppies in 1 different Mudi birth litters.

      From this study, the researchers found that the average number of puppies that Mudis can have is 5 puppies. Also, the Mudi can have as few as 5 puppies per litter and as many as 5 puppies per litter.

      The number of puppies that the Mudi will have depends on factors such as the age of the Mudi, the method of pregnancy, etc.

      Click here to see our calculator for predicting how many puppies your Mudi will have and how the litter size of the Mudi compares to the litter size of other dog breeds.

      How Fast Mudis Can Run

      How fast a dog breed can run is a good measure of how athletic the dog breed is.

      The American Kennel Club (AKC) regularly conducts dog running competitions. The AKC records the running speed of competing dogs in these competitions. These competitions are open to all dog breeds.

      Based on our analysis of the speeds of 43 different Mudis, the average speed of the Mudi is 24.1 mph (38.9 kmph).

      The fastest speed on AKC record that the Mudi ran in a race is 28.87 mph (46.5 kmph) and the minimum speed on record in a race for a Mudi is 19.52 mph (31.4 kmph).

      Click here to see how the speed of the Mudi compares to the speed of other dogs and other mammals such as cats, horses, humans, etc.

      How fast Mudi can run compared to other mammals

      Health Problems in Mudis and How to Prevent Them

      Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it tends to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

      The Mudi is prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is an organization that keeps track of genetic health problems in dog breeds.

      From the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop.

      Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

      If you want a Mudi puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Mudi breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

      The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Mudis for:

      1. Autoimmune thyroiditis
      2. Cardiac Evaluation
      3. Clear By Parentage
      4. DNA Repository
      5. Elbow Dysplasia
      6. Eye Examination
      7. Hip Dysplasia
      8. Multiple Drug Sensitivity
      9. Patellar Luxation
      10. WSU VCPL

      You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Mudis here.

      Dog Breeds That Are Similar to Mudis

      If you have not made up your mind on which dog breed to get, you may also want to consider some other dogs similar to the Mudi.

      We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds that have similar behavior and temperament as the Mudi:

      Other Things to Know About Mudis

      Here are some of the very important characteristics of the Mudi that you need to know about the Mudi breed:

    • Mudis do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Mudis do not adapt well to apartment living.
    • Mudis do not like to be left alone.
    • Mudis do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
    • Mudis do not get along well with other dogs.
    • Mudis are not very friendly towards strangers.
    • Mudis are not prone to gaining weight easily.
    • Mudis do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
    • Mudis are good for new dog owners.
    • Mudis are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
    • Mudis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Mudis are very easy to groom.
    • Mudis are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Mudis are highly intelligent.
    • Mudis have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
    • Mudis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
    • Mudis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
    • Mudis have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Mudis require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
    • Mudis are very playful.
    • Mudis are very easy to train.
    • Mudis weigh 18 to 29 pounds when fully grown.
    • Mudis are 14 to 20 inches when fully grown.
    • Mudis have a lifespan of 12 to 14 years.