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Portuguese Podengo

With three sizes, two types of hair texture, a whole palette of coat colors. What you are always guaranteed is an energetic dog with heaps of intelligence.

About the Portuguese Podengo

Podengos are well-proportioned medium-sized dogs with good muscles and strong bones. Always on the go, these lively little dogs are undemanding and hardy.

They are bred to work on any type of terrain, although they also prove to be excellent watchdogs.

Source: key facts and characteristics sourced from Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)

Breed Specifics

Country: Portugal
Size category: Small
Avg life expectancy: 12-14 years
Lively / Intelligent / Alert

Key facts

Requires minimal grooming
Makes a great family dog
Needs a lot of physical and mental exercise
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