Mudi — breed guide

At a glance

Group

herding

Size

Medium

Weight

8–13 kg (18–29 lb)

Life span

12–14 years

Coat

Wavy to curly

Living with a Mudi

• Very high energy — built for work and long days out.
• Light grooming — a brush now and then.
• Moderate shedding.
• Exceptionally trainable — among the easiest to teach.
• Barks readily.
• Good with children.
• Gets along with other dogs.
• Can live with a cat, with a slow introduction and an escape route for the cat.
• Not well suited to a flat — space, exercise need or voice works against it.
• Better with previous experience behind you.
• Average heat tolerance.
• Handles cold well.

Temperament

Versatile · Alert · Brave · Busy

Health to watch

• Hip dysplasia
• Epilepsy
• Eye conditions

Owner-logged information shared via Leash Life is not veterinary advice; ask your vet about screening for these.

Questions people ask

Is a Mudi good with kids?

Generally yes. Mudis are usually good with children when raised with them and given their own quiet space.

Is a Mudi good with cats?

It can work, with management. Introduce them gradually, feed them apart, and make sure the cat has vertical space the dog cannot reach. Plan to manage it rather than assume it.

How much exercise does a Mudi need?

Hours — this breed needs a job or a long day out.

Can a Mudi handle hot weather?

About average — use normal hot-day sense.