Chow Chow
VS
Portuguese Podengo Medio
Chow Chow vs Portuguese Podengo Medio
Compare Chow Chow and Portuguese Podengo Medio 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
Chow Chow
Portuguese Podengo Medio
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
46 – 56 cm
40 – 54 cm
Weight
20 – 32 kg
16 – 20 kg
Life expectancy
9 – 15 years
10 – 13 years
Child friendly
2/5
5/5
Energy level
2/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
5/5
1/5
Shedding
4/5
2/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Chow Chow
Large
Portuguese Podengo Medio
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Medium
Summary
About Chow Chow
Ancient Chinese breed with lion-like coat and blue-black tongue. Medium, sturdy, and square-built, it has a dense double coat needing regular grooming. Independent, loyal, and reserved with strangers, it suits calm homes and experienced owners, requiring moderate exercise and careful health management.
About Portuguese Podengo Medio
The Portuguese Podengo Medio is a medium, athletic Portuguese hunting dog with smooth or wire coats needing simple grooming. Lively, intelligent and affectionate with family, it’s watchful with strangers and has strong prey drive. It needs plenty of daily exercise, training and mental stimulation.
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