The Pequeno is a very popular house pet in Portugal.Fawn and white or yellow and black are the most common. Colors are solid red, fawn, or yellow red with or without white markings or black shadings.The shorthaired Podengo's coat is fine and glossy.There is distinct feathering on the muzzle and longer hair over the back of the neck The rough coat is wiry, harsh and of a medium length.Ears are large, wideset and especially mobile.Medium length tail is held low when dog is at rest and high, in a sickle shape, when it is alert.Resembles an oversized and rather sturdy Chihuahua.The Pequeno most likely has some terrier blood mixed in.Ībout This Breed: Other Names Body Type Personality Coat Health Concerns The largest size is believed to be the original form and it is thought that the other two sizes were bred down from it. The Pequeno is a true miniature sighthound. The Pequeno is traditionally hunted in packs like a Beagle. The two larger size Podengos are hunted singly or in pairs in the manner of Greyhounds. It is sent down the rabbit hole to flush the quarry to the waiting coursers. The smallest size called the Pequeno is a warren dog that is often used in concert with the Medio. Black, brown, or white coats are less common but do occur. Some Podengo dogs also have white markings. The most popular coat colors for either coat type are yellow or fawn on a spectrum from light to dark shades. The middle size Podengo, or Medio, is about 18 inches tall and is used to chase, catch, kill and retrieve rabbits. One is a smooth coat and the other is a wirehaired Portuguese Podengo. The largest, about 25 inches at the shoulder, is used mostly for coursing hares. Podengo (meaning running hound) are divided by size. It is nicknamed the Portuguese Rabbit Dog.There are three native sight hounds in Portugal, all closely related. In Portugal these dogs are used for hunting, ratting, guard work and companionship. Human intervention in breeding has reduced the Medio's size, while leaving other characteristics intact. Hunting in packs or alone, the Portuguese Hounds became very skilled at hunting rabbits. It is sometimes still used as a small-game hunter there. 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. However, the Podengo could be a descendant of small Iberian wolves. 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. There are two possible origins of all Podengo Portugueso. The Podengo Portugueso comes in three sizes: The Grande (large), Medio (medium) and Pequeno (small).
1 - 9 puppies average of 4 Varies by size type. Colours may include yellow, fawn or black with white markings. It is acceptable for the hair description to come before or after the type name. Brushing will reduce shedding as well as make the coat softer and cleaner. In its home country, the Podengo is referred to as Small, Medium or Large Podengo. Moderate Shedding: Expect this dog to shed regularly. They are also the one of three Portuguese Podengos, the other two being the Portuguese Podengo Grande and the Portuguese Podengo Pequeno. This includes the Cirneco dell’Etna, Pharoah Hound, Ibizan Hound, and the Podenco Canario. Because this breed has had relatively limited intervention by humans, it has a low incidence of known inherited defects or diseases. The Portuguese Podengo Medio belongs to the family of primitive sighthounds found throughout the Mediterranean. Low Maintenance: Grooming is only necessary once in a while to maintain upkeep. Coat color ranges from yellow to dark brown or black, although yellow and fawn. This fast and very active breed needs a lot of daily exercise, including a daily, long, brisk walk or jog. The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno arrived on the Iberian Peninsula with the. It is also friendly toward other pets and friendly toward strangers. Good with Kids: This is a suitable dog breed for kids. This breed is well-suited for hot sunny climates and can live and sleep outdoors so long as they have adequate shelter. The Podengo Portugueso Medio is not recommended for apartment life.