Hamilton Hound
VS
Portuguese Podengo
Hamilton Hound vs Portuguese Podengo
Compare Hamilton Hound 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
Hamilton Hound
Portuguese Podengo
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
49 – 61 cm
55 – 70 cm
Weight
23 – 27 kg
20 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 13 years
13 – 17 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
5/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Hamilton Hound
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Medium
Portuguese Podengo
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About Hamilton Hound
The Hamilton Hound is a Swedish tricolour scent hound, medium‑large, athletic and robust. Calm, friendly and affectionate at home, it has strong hunting drive, a loud voice and needs substantial daily exercise, training and mental stimulation. Coat care is simple.
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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