Cao da Serra de Aires
VS
Dachshund
Cao da Serra de Aires vs Dachshund
Compare Cao da Serra de Aires and Dachshund 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
Cao da Serra de Aires
Dachshund
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
42 – 55 cm
20 – 27 cm
Weight
12 – 18 kg
3 – 10 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
2/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Cao da Serra de Aires
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Medium
Dachshund
Great with kids
Low grooming
Stubborn
Small
Summary
About Cao da Serra de Aires
The Cao da Serra de Aires is a medium Portuguese herding dog with a long, shaggy, low‑shedding coat and alert “monkey‑like” expression. Loyal, sensitive and intelligent, it needs plenty of exercise, mental stimulation and regular grooming, thriving as an active family companion.
About Dachshund
Dachshund: bold, long‑backed, short‑legged hunting dog, originally bred for badger and rabbit. Comes in smooth, long and wire coats, standard and miniature sizes. Loyal, scent‑driven, independent and vocal. Needs regular but careful exercise and weight control to protect its spine.
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