Barbet
VS
Portuguese Podengo
Barbet vs Portuguese Podengo
Compare Barbet and Portuguese Podengo side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Barbet
Portuguese Podengo
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
53 – 65 cm
55 – 70 cm
Weight
14 – 28 kg
20 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
13 – 15 years
13 – 17 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
1/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Barbet
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Quiet
Medium
Portuguese Podengo
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About Barbet
The Barbet is an ancient French water dog, medium-sized and sturdy, with a dense woolly low-shedding coat. Cheerful and people-focused, it thrives on family life, regular grooming, and active exercise, excelling in water work and dog sports, but remains a relatively rare breed.
About Portuguese Podengo
Ancient Portuguese hunting dog in three sizes (small, medium, large) and two coats (smooth or wire). Lean, athletic and alert, it’s lively, clever and affectionate. Needs substantial exercise, positive training, and mental stimulation, but is generally robust and long‑lived.
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