Portuguese Podengo
Portuguese Podengo
VS
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
Breeds
Portuguese Podengo
Comparisons
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno

Portuguese Podengo vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno

Compare Portuguese Podengo and Portuguese Podengo Pequeno 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
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
55 – 70 cm
20 – 30 cm
Weight
20 – 30 kg
4 – 6 kg
Life expectancy
13 – 17 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
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Characteristics

Portuguese Podengo
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Large
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
Great with kids
Tiny

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 Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
Smallest of the Portuguese Podengos, the Pequeno is a compact, athletic rabbit hunter with smooth or wire coat. Alert, loyal and affectionate with family, it’s reserved with strangers and a keen watchdog. Needs daily exercise, mental stimulation, positive training and basic grooming.

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