Mudi — breed standard (AKC & FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

Mudi — breed standard (AKC & FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

Claims

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The Mudi originates in Hungary and is classified by the FCI in Group 1 (Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs), Section 1 (Sheepdogs).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The AKC height is 15½ to 19 inches for dogs and 14½ to 18 inches for bitches; the FCI gives 41 to 47 cm (males, ideal 43 to 45 cm) and 38 to 44 cm (females, ideal 40 to 42 cm).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The coat on the body is very wavy to slightly curly, dense and about 1 to 3 inches (3 to 7 cm) long; the face and front of legs are short and straight.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* No coat colour is preferred over another; minimal white markings are tolerated.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The ears are high-set prick ears of reverse V-shape, about 10 to 15% longer than their width at the base.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The described temperament is alert, energetic, intelligent and enthusiastic.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The AKC disqualifies dogs under 15½ or over 19 inches and bitches under 14½ or over 18 inches.