Chinese Crested has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Puli has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Affectionate
Happy
Playful
Alert
Lively
Sweet
Tempered

Agile
Faithful
Loyal
Energetic
Intelligent
Obedient
Smart
Home-Loving

Chinese Cresteds aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Choose a Puli if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

China

Hungary

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American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

1200s

middle ages

Toy (AKC:1991)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Herding (AKC:1936 & UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
Blue

Black
Gray
White

Chinese Cresteds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Pulis are known for their coat length.

Straight

Corded

A Chinese Crested can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Puli can have a litter of 12-16 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Chinese Cresteds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Pulis are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Skin Problems
Contact Allergy
Dentition Problems

Cataracts

Skin Scraping
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Chinese Cresteds are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Pulis thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Chinese Crested has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Puli has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Chinese Cresteds need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Pulis require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Chinese Cresteds are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Pulis are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Chinese Crested dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

The Puli is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

While Chinese Crested dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Puli dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Cuddle, Pets, Being Spoiled

Fetch, Hiking, Running, Tug-of-war

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chinese Crested, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Puli, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chinese Cresteds usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Pulis usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Chinese Crested requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pulis have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Ideally, Chinese Crested should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

In general Puli should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-12 pound (2 - 5 kg) Chinese Crested feed 0.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 30-35 pound (14 - 16 kg) Puli feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Chinese Crested is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Puli is somewhere $2.10 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chinese Crested is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Puli is between $63 - $84. This makes an average of $756 - $1008 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Chinese Crested has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Puli is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Chinese Cresteds make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Puli is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Chinese Cresteds are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Pulis are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Chinese Cresteds are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Pulis are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Chinese Cresteds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Pulis are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.