Dutch Schapendoes
VS
Portuguese Podengo
Dutch Schapendoes vs Portuguese Podengo
Compare Dutch Schapendoes 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
Dutch Schapendoes
Portuguese Podengo
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
40 – 50 cm
55 – 70 cm
Weight
12 – 20 kg
20 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
13 – 17 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Dutch Schapendoes
Great with kids
Low grooming
Medium
Portuguese Podengo
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About Dutch Schapendoes
The Dutch Schapendoes is a medium, shaggy-coated Dutch herding dog, lively and agile with a bouncy gait. Cheerful, people-oriented and playful, it suits active families. Intelligent but independent, it needs positive training, regular mental exercise and frequent grooming.
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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