Portuguese Podengo
Portuguese Podengo
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Medium Poodle
Medium Poodle

Portuguese Podengo vs Medium Poodle

Compare Portuguese Podengo and Medium Poodle 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
Portuguese Podengo
Medium Poodle
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
55 – 70 cm
34 – 45 cm
Weight
20 – 30 kg
7 – 12 kg
Life expectancy
13 – 17 years
13 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
5/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
5/5
Shedding
3/5
1/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
1/5
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Characteristics

Portuguese Podengo
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Large
Medium Poodle
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Small

Summary

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.
About Medium Poodle
Medium Poodles are medium‑sized, athletic dogs with a curly, low‑shedding coat that needs regular grooming. Highly intelligent and easy to train, they are lively outside but calm indoors. Affectionate, people‑focused, and versatile, they excel in family life and many dog sports.

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