Puli. Ann Arch

      

       Physical Characteristics of the Puli

      (from the American Kennel Club breed standard)

      Skull: Slightly domed and medium broad.

      Head: Of medium size in proportion to the body.

      Eyes: Deep set, rather large and dark brown.

      Nose: Always black.

      Muzzle: Strong and straight, a third of the head length.

      Chest: Moderately broad and deep—the ribs well sprung.

      Forequarters: The shoulders are well laid back. The forelegs are straight, strong and medium boned with strong and flexible pasterns. The round, compact feet have well arched toes and thick cushioned pads.

      Size: Ideally, males are 17 inches measured from the withers to the ground; bitches, 16 inches.

      Ears: Hanging, of medium size, V-shape and about half the head length.

      Neck: Strong, muscular, of medium length and free of throatiness.

      Back: Level and strong, of medium length, with croup sloping slightly.

      Loin: Short, strong and moderately tucked up.

      Tail: Carried over, and blends into the backline.

      Hindquarters: Well developed and muscular with well bent stifles, the rear assembly balancing that of the front. The hocks are perpendicular to the ground and well let down. Feet as in front.

      Coat: The outer coat is wavy or curly, but never silky. The undercoat is soft, woolly and dense. The coat clumps together easily, and if allowed to develop naturally, will form cords in the adult.

      Color: Only the solid colors of rusty black, black, all shades of gray and white are acceptable.

      Contents

       History of the Puli

      A breed whose ancestry is closely tied to Hungary, the Puli’s existence can be traced back thousands of years to ancient civilizations. Follow the Puli’s long and storied history and learn about this distinctive-looking and talented herding breed’s development and establishment in Hungary. Special sections about the US and Canada, written by breeder Stephanie Horan, are also featured.

       Characteristics of the Puli

      At first glance, the Puli is a remarkable sight in his striking corded coat, but there’s much more than meets the eye! Extremely intelligent, lively, playful and trainable, the Puli is a wonderful family pet that can adapt to almost any living situation. Learn all about the breed’s personality and physical characteristics, including the specifics of corded coat care and health considerations.

       Breed Standard for the Puli

      Learn the requirements of a well-bred Puli by studying the description of the breed set forth in the American Kennel Club standard, along with the author’s commentary. Both show dogs and pets must possess key characteristics as outlined in the breed standard.

       Your Puppy Puli

      Find out about how to locate a well-bred Puli puppy. Discover which questions to ask the breeder and what to expect when visiting the litter. Prepare for your puppy-accessory shopping spree. Also discussed are home safety, the first trip to the vet, socialization and solving basic puppy problems.

       Proper Care of Your Puli

      Cover the specifics of taking care of your Puli every day: feeding for the puppy, adult and senior dog; grooming, including coat care, ears, nails and bathing; and exercise needs for your dog. Also discussed are the essentials of dog identification.

       Training Your Puli

      Begin with the basics of training the puppy and adult dog. Learn the principles of housetraining the Puli, including the use of crates and basic scent instincts. Get started by introducing the pup to his collar and leash and progress to the basic commands. Find out about obedience classes and other activities.

       Healthcare of Your Puli

       By Lowell Ackerman DVM, DACVD

      Become your dog’s healthcare advocate and a well-educated canine keeper. Select a skilled and able veterinarian. Discuss pet insurance, vaccinations and infectious diseases, the neuter/spay decision and a sensible, effective plan for parasite control, including fleas, ticks and worms. Also included is a special section on common eye diseases.

       Your Senior Puli

      Know when to consider your Puli a senior and what special needs he will have. Learn to recognize the signs of aging in terms of physical and behavioral traits and what your vet can do to optimize your dog’s golden years.

       Showing Your Puli

      Step into the center ring and find out about the world of showing pure-bred dogs. Here’s how to get started in AKC shows, how to prepare for the show ring and basic organization of conformation shows. Take a leap into the realms of obedience trials, agility trials, tracking tests and herding events.

      KENNEL CLUB BOOKS^® PULI

       ISBN 13: 978-1-59378-263-4

       eISBN 13: 978-1-62187-042-5

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