Pointer
VS
Portuguese Podengo
Pointer vs Portuguese Podengo
Compare Pointer 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
Pointer
Portuguese Podengo
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
61 – 69 cm
55 – 70 cm
Weight
20 – 34 kg
20 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
13 – 17 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
2/5
3/5
Grooming needs
1/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Pointer
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Portuguese Podengo
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About Pointer
The Pointer is an athletic, elegant gundog known for its distinctive pointing stance and strong scenting skills. Affectionate, sensitive, and people focused, it needs 1–2 hours of daily exercise and mental work. Its short, smooth coat is low maintenance, suiting active, outdoorsy owners.
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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