Borzoi
VS
Portuguese Podengo
Borzoi vs Portuguese Podengo
Compare Borzoi 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
Borzoi
Portuguese Podengo
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
68 – 85 cm
55 – 70 cm
Weight
25 – 48 kg
20 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 12 years
13 – 17 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
2/5
4/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
5/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
1/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Borzoi
Great with kids
Super smart
Quiet
Stubborn
Large
Portuguese Podengo
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About Borzoi
The Borzoi is a tall, elegant Russian sighthound with a flowing, wavy coat and long, narrow head. Calm, sensitive, and catlike indoors, it is capable of sudden high-speed sprints outside and has a strong chase instinct, needing gentle training, socialisation, and secure exercise areas.
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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