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WORKING DOGS

Mudi

HEIGHT 15–19in (38–47cm) Fawn Brown
WEIGHT 18–29lb (8–13kg) Blue merle, ash
LIFE SPAN 13–14 years May have white markings.

Originally used as a working dog by Hungarian
sheep- and cattle-herders, this rare breed is tough,
bold, and energetic. With its
friendly and adaptable nature, Erect ears
covered with
the Mudi makes a good house thick hair
dog. It needs plenty of exercise to Wedge-shaped
stay fit and healthy, and responds head
well to sympathetic training.
Black
Feathered
backs to legs

Shorter hair
below hock

Dense, shiny,
wavy coat

Bushy
Standard Schnauzer eyebrows

HEIGHT 18–20in (45–50cm) Black
WEIGHT 31–44lb (14–20kg)
LIFE SPAN Over 10 years

The medium-sized Standard Schnauzer was established
Straight back
as a breed in the 1880s in southern Germany. Alert and
agile, the Standard Schnauzer was used primarily as a
versatile farm dog with a formidable
reputation for rat hunting.
High-set,
Placid and affectionate, but drop ears Salt and
with a lively sense of fun, pepper
the breed is now popular
as a family dog.

Lighter-colored Short, wiry
beard coat

Longer hair extends
over feet

Lighter-
colored hair
on lower legs

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