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28 GUIDE T O BREED S

PORTUGUESE PODENGO

AN ALERT WATCHDOG THAT MAKES A GOOD COMPANION AKC

Height range Commonly known as the Portuguese Warren Hound,
Pequeno: this breed has developed into several varieties with distinct Fawn
8–12 in (20–30 cm) coat
Medio: differences in size and coat. Today’s dogs may be small
16–21 in (40–53 cm) (pequeno), medium (medio), or large (grande), and
Grande:
22–28 in (55–70 cm) some are smooth-haired while others have moderately Bearded
long, wiry coats. All were traditionally used for hunting, muzzle
Weight range
Pequeno: and in Portugal, some are still kept for that purpose,
9–11 lb (4–5 kg) working either in a pack or alone. Regardless of
Medio:
35–44 lb (16–20 kg) size, their intelligence and alertness make Wirehaired
Grande: them excellent watchdogs. pequeno
44–66 lb (20–30 kg)
Life span Over 12 years
Short, Large, triangular,
Origin Portugal fawn coat erect ears White blaze
on face

Other colors

Smooth-haired
White, yellow Black pequeno
White dogs have patches
of yellow, black, or fawn.
Pequeno dogs may
be brown.

Short, fawn coat

White markings
on legs

Smooth-haired medio

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