The Puli originated in Hungary about a thousand years ago. It is believed that their ancestors were brought to Europe by the Magyars. Pulis were bred to herd and guard livestock alongside the larger Komondor. Komondors would guard at night while Pulis would guard during the day. If a wolf or other predator approached, the Puli would sound the alarm and the Komondor would come to fight the intruder. Their long, corded coats helped to protect them against the region's brutal winters.