Size
- Height
- 55.9–71.1 cm
- Weight
- 20–29.9 kg
Energy
Needs roughly 72 min a day. Rough estimate.
Family fit
Kids
Dogs
People
Lifespan
10.0–15.0 years
Running cost varies — see methodology.
Trait map
Eight axes that describe how this breed actually lives.
Energy
4/5
Trainability
3/5
Playfulness
4/5
Protectiveness
3/5
Barking
3/5
Good with children
5/5
Good with other dogs
5/5
Good with strangers
3/5
Compared against Bernese Mountain Dog
Care needs
Shedding
3/5
Grooming
2/5
Drooling
1/5
Coat length
1/5
About the Portuguese Podengo
Editorial copy coming soon. In the meantime, the radar above summarises the trait data we have on file.
Frequently asked
How big does a Portuguese Podengo get?
Adult Portuguese Podengos typically stand 55.9–71.1 cm at the shoulder and weigh 20–29.9 kg.
What's the life expectancy of a Portuguese Podengo?
Portuguese Podengos usually live 10.0–15.0 years.
Is the Portuguese Podengo good with children?
Portuguese Podengos tend to do well with children when well-socialised (5/5 on our scale). As always, supervise interactions with young kids.
How much exercise does a Portuguese Podengo need?
Portuguese Podengos are roughly a 4/5 on our energy scale — figure on around 72 minutes a day of structured exercise as a starting point.
Is the Portuguese Podengo KC recognised?
Yes — the Portuguese Podengo is recognised by The Kennel Club.
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