Russkiy Toy
VS
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
Russkiy Toy vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
Compare Russkiy Toy 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
Russkiy Toy
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
22 – 27 cm
20 – 30 cm
Weight
2 – 3 kg
4 – 6 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 12 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
3/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Russkiy Toy
Tiny
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
Great with kids
Tiny
Summary
About Russkiy Toy
Tiny, elegant toy breed (1–3 kg, 20–28 cm) with smooth or long coat. Lively, athletic, and strongly attached to family, often choosing a favorite person. Alert and vocal, suited to gentle, consistent training and moderate exercise, but physically delicate and needs careful handling.
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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