Saluki
VS
Portuguese Podengo
Saluki vs Portuguese Podengo
Compare Saluki 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
Saluki
Portuguese Podengo
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
55 – 71 cm
55 – 70 cm
Weight
18 – 27 kg
20 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
13 – 17 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
2/5
4/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking level
1/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Saluki
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Stubborn
Medium
Portuguese Podengo
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About Saluki
The Saluki is an ancient, elegant sighthound known for speed, endurance, and a calm, sensitive nature. Gentle yet independent, it needs kind training, secure space to sprint, moderate grooming for its fine coat, and careful handling of strong chase and prey instincts.
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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