Your Dog's Lucy Marks finds out about a new pedigree to be recognised by the Kennel Club
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Soon to be the 225th pedigree dog recognised by the Kennel club, the Hungarian Mudi is Britain’s newest dog breed.
Traditionally a herding dog, this rare breed is valued for its intelligence, agility, and versatility. The Mudi is most recognised for its distinctive curly or wavy coat, found in a variety of colours. It is a dog that is easy to train and is often full of energy, however, they are a very vocal breed. They are also loyal protectors of property and family members but without being overly aggressive.
Dorit Powell, from The Hungarian Mudi Club in the United Kingdom, added: “The Mudi is razor-sharp, thinks independently, and is an affectionate, fiercely loyal family member. They are suitable for most types of living, as long as they are provided with a job or similar mental and physical stimulation, and their human companions can accept their breed-characteristic vocal and herding behaviour.”
The Hungarian Mudi is now the fifth breed to be recognised in the UK over the last five years, following official Kennel Club recognition of the Icelandic Sheepdog earlier this year.
Charlotte McNamara, spokesperson for The Kennel Club, commented: “We’re pleased to officially recognise this versatile Hungarian herding dog as a pedigree breed in the UK. Becoming a recognised pedigree breed with The Kennel Club takes time and several generations of dogs, but once a breed is officially recognised, it means we can be confident in its lineage and that it offers predictable traits - like temperament, health, exercise and grooming needs - which helps match dogs with the right home and owner.”
Fact File:
Height – 15-18.5 inches
Weight – 18-29 pounds
Life Expectancy – 12-14 years
Coat Type – Curly
Hypoallergenic – No
Breed Group – Herding