Pumi

Pumis are protectors and have a few behaviors to prove it. They are aggressive toward other animals that invade their territory and strange people that don’t belong on their property. It’s important to socialize a Pumi at an early age so they don’t become too aggressive. Pumis will always be prone to barking as part of their protective nature, so be sure to consider how your neighbors will react to a loud little dog moving in. If you aren’t a strong leader, the Pumi won't hesitate to assume the role of pack leader!

Pumis have a dense, curly coat that should be brushed about once a week to maintain their good looks and get rid of any dead hair. This will also help cut back on any fur you find hiding in your furniture.

Pumis fit best in rural areas where they have plenty of work to do around their house. They are not well-suited to apartment life due to their high energy levels and tendency to bark. If a Pumi is raised around children, they can learn to get along, but it’s always best to supervise them with little ones and other pets. A Pumi can adapt to living indoors or outdoors, but they need plenty of time spent with their human families in order to stay happy, so they’ll need to be allowed in your house.

Pumis are high-energy dogs who need intense daily activity, or they’ll be even more of a handful! If they’ve got room to roam, a Pumi will take care of some of their exercise needs on their own. At a farm or rural home, Pumis will get exercise protecting their herd or hunting small rodents. However, your Pumi will also need a daily walk or jog, and would likely also enjoy playing fetch or even learning to participate in agility drills.