Pekingese
VS
Portuguese Podengo
Pekingese vs Portuguese Podengo
Compare Pekingese 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
Pekingese
Portuguese Podengo
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
15 – 23 cm
55 – 70 cm
Weight
3 – 7 kg
20 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
1 – 13 years
13 – 17 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
2/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
2/5
3/5
Grooming needs
4/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Pekingese
Tiny
Portuguese Podengo
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About Pekingese
Small, solid toy dog once reserved for Chinese royalty, the Pekingese has a lion‑like mane, flat face, and long double coat needing regular grooming. Calm yet proud and independent, it bonds closely with chosen people, needs modest exercise, and serves as an alert, loyal watchdog.
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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