Cao da Serra de Aires
VS
Portuguese Podengo
Cao da Serra de Aires vs Portuguese Podengo
Compare Cao da Serra de Aires 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
Cao da Serra de Aires
Portuguese Podengo
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
42 – 55 cm
55 – 70 cm
Weight
12 – 18 kg
20 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
13 – 17 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Cao da Serra de Aires
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Medium
Portuguese Podengo
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Large
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 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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