Saint Usuge Spaniel
VS
Portuguese Podengo
Saint Usuge Spaniel vs Portuguese Podengo
Compare Saint Usuge Spaniel 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
Saint Usuge Spaniel
Portuguese Podengo
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
41 – 53 cm
55 – 70 cm
Weight
20 – 30 kg
20 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
13 – 17 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Saint Usuge Spaniel
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Portuguese Podengo
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About Saint Usuge Spaniel
The Saint Usuge Spaniel is a rare French brown roan gundog, medium-sized with a soft wavy coat and gentle eyes. Calm, affectionate, and people-oriented at home, it is energetic in the field, working closely with hunters and excelling at scenting, pointing, and retrieving on land and in water.
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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