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
| Gender | Height | Weight |
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| Female | Small: 8-12 inches, Medium: 16-22 inches, Large: 22-28 inches | Small: 9-13 lbs, Medium: 35-44 lbs, Large: 44-66 lbs |
| Male | Small: 8-12 inches, Medium: 16-22 inches, Large: 22-28 inches | Small: 9-13 lbs, Medium: 35-44 lbs, Large: 44-66 lbs |
Coat
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Care
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| Drooling |
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Body
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Temperament
- Intelligent, lively, and independent, but also affectionate and loyal to their family.
Social
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| Affectionate with Family |
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| Good with Children |
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| Good with Dogs |
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| Good with Cats |
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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.
References
- AKC Portuguese Podengo
- AKC Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
- Dogs Australia Portuguese Podengo
- Dogs Australia Portuguese Podengo (Large)
- Dogs Australia Portuguese Podengo (Medium)
- Dogs Australia Portuguese Podengo (Small)
- FCI Portuguese Podengo
- FCI Portuguese Podengo Standard
- The Kennel Club Portuguese Podengo
- UKC Portuguese Podengo
- Dogs NZ Portuguese Podengo Smooth-Haired Large
- Dogs NZ Portuguese Podengo Smooth-Haired Medium
- Dogs NZ Portuguese Podengo Smooth-Haired Miniature
- Dogs NZ Portuguese Podengo Wire-Haired Large
- Dogs NZ Portuguese Podengo Wire-Haired Medium
- Dogs NZ Portuguese Podengo Wire-Haired Miniature
- Wikipedia Portuguese Podengo