Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
Breed Information |
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Popularity |
2022: #171 2021: #162 2020: #157 2019: #147 2018: #154 2017: #159 2016: #160 2015: #153 |
Name | Portuguese Podengo Pequeno |
Other names | Podengo Portugues, Portuguese Warren Hound |
Origin | Portugal |
Breed Group |
Hound (AKC:2012) Sighthounds & Pariahs (UKC) |
Size | Small |
Type | Purebred |
Life span | 12-14 years |
Temperament |
Active Companionable Friendly Hardy Lively Loyal |
Height | 8-12 inches (20-31 cm) |
Weight | 9-13 pounds (4-6 kg) |
Colors |
Black Chestnut Fawn Gold Gray Orange Red |
Litter Size | 4-6 puppies |
Puppy Prices |
Average $1000 - $2500 USD Because the Portuguese Podengo Pequeno is a somewhat rare breed, it may be difficult to find a breed-specific rescue. In general, the average cost of a puppy will normally range between $1,000 - $2,500 depending on the pedigree of the puppies, the breeder themselves and where the breeder lives. |
Breed Characteristics |
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Adaptability |
3 stars |
Apartment Friendly |
5 stars The Podengo Portugueso Medio is not recommended for apartment life. This breed is well-suited for hot sunny climates and can live and sleep outdoors so long as they have adequate shelter. |
Barking Tendencies |
2 stars Occassional |
Cat Friendly |
2 stars |
Child Friendly |
4 stars Good with Kids: This is a suitable dog breed for kids. It is also friendly toward other pets and friendly toward strangers. |
Dog Friendly |
4 stars |
Exercise Needs |
3 stars This fast and very active breed needs a lot of daily exercise, including a daily, long, brisk walk or jog. |
Grooming |
1 stars Low Maintenance: Grooming is only necessary once in a while to maintain upkeep. No trimming or stripping needed. |
Health Issues |
1 stars Hypoallergenic: NoA very healthy breed. Because this breed has had relatively limited intervention by humans, it has a low incidence of known inherited defects or diseases. |
Intelligence |
2 stars Ranking: # Full Ranking List |
Playfulness |
3 stars |
Shedding Level |
3 stars Moderate Shedding: Expect this dog to shed regularly. Be prepared to vacuum often. Brushing will reduce shedding as well as make the coat softer and cleaner. |
Stranger Friendly |
3 stars |
Trainability |
3 stars |
Watchdog Ability |
3 stars |
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno Names |
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Rank | Boy Names | Girl Names |
01 | Max | Bella |
02 | Charlie | Molly |
03 | Toby | Bailey |
04 | Tucker | Coco |
05 | Duke | Lola |
06 | Oliver | Penny |
07 | Buster | Luna |
08 | Bailey | Nala |
09 | Lucky | Zoey |
10 | Dexter | Abbie |
100 Cute Puppy Names › |
Overview |
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The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno, a primitive breed, is known for its small size, erect ears, wedge shaped head, and two coat types, smooth and wire. It hunts by sight, scent and hearing, and is related to the Pharaoh Hound, Ibizan Hound, Cirneco dell'Etna and Basenji. The smooth coat is short and very dense, while the wire coat (rough) is long and harsh, with a bearded muzzle. Preferred coat color is yellow or fawn, with or without white markings. Pequenos earned their rep as tough, tireless hunting buddies of farmers and country squires, but they are also cherished as pets by Portuguese city dwellers. Their compact body, trainability, and agreeable personality make them ideal town dogs. Smart and versatile, Pequenos are athletes who can master any number of dog sports. They’re excellent watchdogs and take to the job naturally. Pequenos are a robustly healthy, long-lived breed and are said to be quick learners. |
History |
The Podengo Portugueso comes in three sizes: The Grande (large), Medio (medium) and Pequeno (small). There are two possible origins of all Podengo Portugueso. The Grande, from which the Medio and Pequeno evolved, is similar to the tan-colored sighthounds, such as the Pharaoh Hound, which spread out of North Africa to the Iberian Peninsula. However, the Podengo could be a descendant of small Iberian wolves. Although the Medio's closest relative, the Podengo Grande, is now very rare, this lively and alert medium-sized hound remains a popular dog, particularly in rural parts of northern Portugal. It is sometimes still used as a small-game hunter there. Hunting in packs or alone, the Portuguese Hounds became very skilled at hunting rabbits. Human intervention in breeding has reduced the Medio's size, while leaving other characteristics intact. In Portugal these dogs are used for hunting, ratting, guard work and companionship. It is nicknamed the Portuguese Rabbit Dog. This breed was recognized by the AKC in 2012 |
References
- [1] ^ YouTube: Portuguese Podengo - TOP 10 Interesting Facts