Portuguese Podengo

Portuguese Warren Hound
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Summary

  • The Portuguese Podengo is a lively and intelligent breed from Portugal, originally used for hunting. They come in three sizes and two coat types, requiring high exercise needs and showing loyalty to their family.

Origin and Purpose

  • Developed in Portugal to hunt rabbits and other small game.

Appearance

Dimensions

GenderHeightWeight
FemaleSmall: 8-12 inches, Medium: 16-22 inches, Large: 22-28 inchesSmall: 9-13 lbs, Medium: 35-44 lbs, Large: 44-66 lbs
MaleSmall: 8-12 inches, Medium: 16-22 inches, Large: 22-28 inchesSmall: 9-13 lbs, Medium: 35-44 lbs, Large: 44-66 lbs

Coat

AttributeNotes
Color
  • Yellow, fawn, black, brown, gray; may be solid or with white markings.
Type
  • Smooth or wire-haired.
Length
  • Short or medium.

Care

AttributeNotes
Shedding
  • Moderate.
Grooming
  • Low for smooth, moderate for wire-haired.
Drooling
  • Low.

Body

AttributeNotes
Head
  • Lean and well-proportioned.
Skull
  • Flat.
Ears
  • Triangular, erect, and mobile.
Eyes
  • Small, almond-shaped, brown to dark brown.
Nose
  • Tapered.
Muzzle
  • Tapered.
Teeth
  • Scissor bite.
Neck
  • Strong, well-muscled, and slightly arched.
Forequarters
  • Well-muscled and straight.
Fore Legs
  • Straight and vertical.
Hindquarters
  • Well-muscled and powerful.
Hind Legs
  • Straight and vertical.
Feet
  • Round and compact.
Tail
  • Long and carried in a sickle shape.
Gait
  • Light, agile, and energetic.

Temperament

  • Intelligent, lively, and independent, but also affectionate and loyal to their family.

Social

AttributeNotes
Affectionate with Family
  • Yes
Good with Children
  • Good with supervision, especially the larger varieties
Good with Dogs
  • Generally good, but may chase smaller pets.
Good with Cats
  • May not be suitable for households with cats or other small pets
Openness to Strangers
  • Reserved, not overly friendly.
Playfulness Level
  • High
Protective Nature
  • Moderate
Adaptability Level
  • Moderate

Working Roles

  • Hunting, coursing, and companion.

Exercise Needs

  • High; requires daily physical and mental stimulation.

Health

  • Generally healthy, but can be prone to hip dysplasia and some eye conditions.

Additional Notes

  • Comes in three sizes: small (Pequeno), medium (Médio), and large (Grande), and two coat types: smooth and wire-haired.

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