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    Portuguese Podengos

    They are sturdy dogs that boast being a little longer in the body than they are tall. Although rarely seen in the UK the Portuguese Podengo is gaining a fanbase thanks to their charming looks and kind loyal natures
    Lifespan
    10-12 years
    Breed group
    Hound
    Weight
    Male: 4-5kg
    Female: 4-5kg
    Height
    Male: 20-30cm
    Female: 20-30cm
    Pedigree
    Yes
    Other names
    Podengo, Podengo Portugues
    Breed Size
    Small
    Breed Type
    Hound
    Health tests available
    Characteristics
    Exercise needs
    Medium
    Easy to train
    Medium
    Shedding
    Light
    Grooming
    needs
    Very low
    Good with
    Children
    Suited to older children
    Health of breed
    Low
    Cost to keep
    Medium
    Intelligence
    Medium
    Tolerates being alone
    Medium anxiety

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