Portuguese Podengo (Portuguese Greyhound, rabbit dog)

The Lesser Portuguese Podengo is a miniature version of the Greater Portuguese Podengo. The breed is quite ancient; mention of this breed is found in paintings from the 16th century. When breeding such a breed, all attention was directed to its size. Therefore, their color may be different and is not strictly regulated by the standard. There are two opinions about how this breed originated. Some say that their descendants were greyhounds. Others believe that their ancestors could have been the “small wolves” that lived on the Iberian islands.

It is the smallest member of the podengue family . Its larger cousins ​​hunt large game, while the lesser podengoo hunts mainly rabbits. In Portugal, this breed is considered very popular, and local residents are proud of its ancient historical roots.

Maintenance, care, health

The best solution in terms of keeping this dog is an equipped, spacious courtyard of a country house or an aviary.
If you decide to keep a pet in an apartment, you need to take care of its full physical activity. It involves active games in the fresh air, certain exercises, as well as long walks. Since the Portuguese Podengo practically does not shed, caring for its coat involves periodically brushing it to remove excess hair and dirt.

As for the state of health, it is quite strong, so the pet almost never gets sick.

Character

Podengos are small, nimble fidgets that are always on the move. The dog is full of energy, it is difficult for them to sit in one place.

They are very affectionate, cheerful and peace-loving dogs . Podengues love children and can play with them endlessly. They get along well with other pets. This is a universal dog for a country house. They will need a spacious area to run around.

If, after all, the little Portuguese settled in a city apartment, then he needs to be walked for two hours a day. It is not recommended to leave this little “energizer” alone for a long time. To prevent them from getting bored and causing chaos in the house, it is necessary to give them active physical exercise. It’s better to throw a ball or a bone in the yard. The little Portuguese can adapt to any environment in which he finds himself.

The Portuguese baby is a universal dog . He can become a good guard, a skilled hunter and just a loyal, obedient friend. Despite its small height and weight, the podengoo has great endurance. Whatever the weather, he will never refuse a morning or evening run. It can easily withstand extreme heat or cold, both at home and outdoors.

It is best to start training at an early age. This will require a lot of patience and effort. Podengus are guys with character and can sometimes be lazy and stubborn. Given the complex nature of this breed, it is better not for beginners to get it.

Nutrition

Nutrition for podengue should be as balanced as possible. Dry food should be premium or luxury class. If this is natural food, then be sure to add multivitamins and calcium to it. Meat in the daily diet should predominate up to 60%, cereals and vegetables should account for 40%.

What you can feed:

• Lean meat (beef, veal, rabbit, turkey, chicken breast).
• By-products: heart, lung, liver (no more than 2 times a week).
• Seasonal fruits (banana, apple, pear).
• You can give cheese as a treat.
• Vegetables: carrots, cauliflower; broccoli or zucchini and pumpkin.
• Rice and buckwheat cereals.
• Sea fish 1 – 2 times a week.
• Kefir, cottage cheese (fat content 1%).
• Egg no more than once a week.

Forbidden food:

• Fatty meat (pork, duck).
• All cereals, except those permitted.
• Fish bones and tubular.
• Sweets and baked goods.
• Spicy and gifted food.
• Pasta and flour products, including bread.
• White cabbage.
• Legumes.

You can pamper your dog during training or at home with dried treats. All dogs, including the podengoo, love the trachea, tail and tripe. You can buy such goodies at a pet store or prepare them yourself in a special drying apparatus (oven).

Care

• The Podengue's coat should always be shiny and in good condition. You need to comb it every day, thereby getting rid of excess hair. It is advisable to choose a comb with stiff bristles. In summer, don’t forget to check your fur for ticks;
• They will not require frequent washing . It is enough to wash 1 – 2 times a month with a special shampoo that is suitable for the type of coat. It is better to accustom him to water procedures from puppyhood.
• Dogs' eyes should always be clean, without unnecessary discharge. This needs to be controlled. It is very useful to wipe with chamomile decoction. Lightly brewed tea or special lotions.
• The animal's ears must be kept clean. It is advisable to carefully clean them once a week with cotton swabs and wipe them with special veterinary products.
• It is recommended to trim the nails once a month. Be sure to check the pads on your paws after a walk to avoid scratches and abrasions.

History of the breed

The ancestors of the Portuguese Podengo were ancient dogs of Egyptian origin, brought to the Iberian Peninsula in ancient times by the Phoenicians and Romans; they were of a similar type, close to modern Ibicenco podencos, but differed in size. Later, they were mixed with the blood of dogs that accompanied the Mauritanians during the invasions in the 8th century. Among the archaeological finds were medallions, coins and mosaics depicting podengos.

Large Wirehaired Podengo

Since then, the breed has undergone virtually no changes; Dogs that performed best in hunting and were most adapted to the climate and terrain characteristics were selected for breeding. Dogs of this type can be found in Spain, Portugal, Malta, Sicily, the Balearic, Canary, Azores and Madeira, but they have not survived in their homeland in Egypt and other parts of the Middle East.

The large podengoo was considered a dog of the upper classes and was successfully used in wild boar hunting, which required enormous strength and courage. However, frequently changing hunting regulations in Portugal during the 1970s had a negative impact on the popularity of the Greater Podengo. The result of a similar policy in Spain was complete disappearance. The medium and small podengoo are, on the contrary, dogs of commoners and specialists in catching rabbits, which required cunning, ingenuity and dexterity from them. Since the 15th century, small podengus have helped Portuguese sailors fight rats on caravels.

In 1902, the breed was presented at the first exhibition held in Portugal. In 1954, the Portuguese Podengo was recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale and classified as a Spitz and primitive type breed, a subgroup of primitive breeds for hunting use. In 1978, the Wirehaired Podengo was included in the Portuguese standard. Between 1984 and 2001, 4,834 representatives of this breed were registered by the Portuguese Kennel Club. In Portugal, the most popular is the medium-sized podengo, and outside it, the small-sized one.

Registration [edit]

The UK records the most podengo, followed by Finland, the USA and Portugal.

In Europe, the Podengo is classified by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) as Group 5: Spitz and primitive type, Division 7: Primitive type hunting dogs. The FCI breed standard, which originates in Portugal, regulates all types and varieties of Portuguese Podengo. In both the United States and Great Britain, the Portuguese Podengo is classified in the hound group.

Where to buy a Portuguese Podengue puppy

In Portugal, the most popular medium variety is podengo. Outside the country - a small rabbit dog. The population is small, but not on the verge of extinction. From 1984 to 2001, 4,834 dogs were registered by the Portuguese Club. Most of these dogs are show dogs, but there is still a significant number of exclusively hunting animals that are used for their intended purpose and are not recorded anywhere. Thanks to them, there is a constant infusion of new blood and expansion of the gene pool.

The first Portuguese podengues were brought to the USA in the early 90s of the 20th century. There are many of these dogs in Central and Southern Europe. There are some representatives of the breed in Russia. There is no data on nurseries. Those who want a purebred Portuguese Podengo puppy will have to consider purchasing abroad.

Price

The price of a Portuguese Podengue puppy in its home country varies greatly; it depends on the class and status of the dog, its working qualities and pedigree. Puppies born to unregistered hunters' dogs are sold cheaper, while promising show animals are much more expensive. The average price of Portuguese at home is 1,500 euros.

Types and varieties [edit]

There are three sizes of Podengos: Podengo Pequeno, Podengo Medio and Podengo Grande.

Within each size there are two varieties: smooth (also called smooth coat) and wire coat (also called wire coat, rough coat, wire coat or long coat). All of these types are called "Portuguese Podengos" as a "breed", although none of the six types are interbred.

1. Portuguese Podengo Pequeno (smooth)
2. Portuguese Podengo Pequeno (Wire)
3. Portuguese Podengo Medio (smooth)
4. Portuguese Podengo Medio (Wire)
5. Portuguese Podengo Grande (smooth)
6. Portuguese Podengo Grande (Wire)

In their own country, podengos are called small, medium or large podengos. It is permissible to place a description of the hair before or after the name of the “type”.

In the United States, the American Kennel Club has separated the Podengo Pequeno from two other varieties into a separate breed. This was done primarily to prevent Pequeno from crossing with Medio.

Temperament

A very agile, intelligent, active, unpretentious, hardy dog ​​with a strong psyche.

The small podengoo is distinguished by its agility and obedience; it gets along well with children, brothers and other domestic animals, but due to its innate hunting instinct it perceives cats and small animals as prey. He can be naturally wary of strangers, which makes him a good watchdog. Podengos are excellent jumpers. Thanks to its energy, endurance and speed qualities, the small podengoo is successfully used in such activities as obedience, agility, coursing.

Lesser Wirehaired Podengo

The medium and large podengoo have similar behavioral traits, they are active dogs with a strong food response, so they are easy to train; the middle one, in contrast to the calmer large podengoo, barks more. All three species of Portuguese Podengo require early socialization.

The large podengoo is used for hunting large game, the medium one is used for hunting rabbits (in a pack or alone), the small one is capable of hunting rabbits in burrows and rocks. The first two track prey by scent or, like greyhounds, by sight, then they chase it along the scent, barking like hounds, and the captured animal is taken away. For a better view, the lesser podeng sometimes needs to stand on its hind legs; having tracked down the prey, he penetrates the hole and pulls it out, placing it in the hands of the hunter, while the size of the prey is sometimes comparable to the size of a dog; the resulting cuts and scratches are not a disadvantage at shows, but only indicate the correct use of the dog in the best traditions, which helps strengthen the breed. Both are also used as guard dogs and companion dogs.

Portuguese Podengo Grande[edit]

Portuguese Podengo Grande Wire Coat

Appearance[edit]

• WIRED COAT

The WPG is a large type with a tough but even temperament and a coarse coat, which is primarily protected by the briar when hunting wild boar. Single coats (without undercoat) shed, but not very much. Registered WPGs are very rare even in their own country and are not yet available for export.

• SMOOTH COAT

The self-propelled gun is a large-sized self-propelled gun with dense, smooth single-layer wool, which also protects the briar when hunting wild boar. Registered self-propelled guns are still rare in their own country, and very few examples are available for export.

Temperament[edit]

Both species of Podengo Grande are known to be strong, hardy and intelligently observant animals. They must be socialized very well and thoroughly by an experienced handler with primitive experience. They are used primarily for boar hunting in large packs where they are released from nursery trucks and sent to chase the boar into its den. They then continue to chase him until he goes into attack mode. The dogs then jump and attach themselves to the boar from all sides and quickly destroy it. The waiting hunter can then claim the kill.

They will be good guards and will require a securely fenced yard (at least 6 feet high). They enjoy digging dens, just like their other podengo relatives. It is most closely related to Podengo Medio, in fact, Podengo Medios, which is too high for the Medio standard, can be classified as Podengo Grandes. Within the Podengo group no such arrangement exists. Training for the Podengo Grande will be tough but fair, as he must respect his owner and be willing to learn.

History[edit]

Portuguese Podengo Grandes may have existed without registration in North America with Portuguese Americans in private homes, where they were used to hunt deer and wild pigs. The first Podengo Grande was imported into the US in 2008, and the first litter was born in 2009, and four Grande varieties of wirehair were also imported. 2010 brought Grande's second litter. Breeders in Portugal continue to breed primarily for hunting, and Podengo Grande is kept and raised in nurseries.

Portugal currently has a unique system in which unregistered dogs (referred to as RI or "Initial Registration" by the Portuguese Kennel Club) can be assessed by breed experts and used in a breeding program. Subsequent generations, also judged by said experts, may eventually result in three generations of known, judged 'RI' dogs, which will thus create a complete pedigree for some former 'RI' Podengos. This process is carried out in accordance with the rules set by the CPC and cannot be exported to other countries as it depends on the presence of local wild specimens of the breed.

In the United States, the American Kennel Club (AKC) has determined that the Medio and Grande sizes together should be called "Portuguese Podengo" as one breed. He will be AKC registered with the Hound Group.

Breeds from the same group

• Australian (kangaroo) greyhound
• Australian Terrier
• Austrian Shorthaired Pinscher
• Azawakh
• Ainu (Hokkaido Inu, Ainu-ken, Hokkaido dog, Hokkaido)
• Akita Inu
• Alopekis
• Alaskan Malamute
• American Blue Gascony Hound (Big and Blue)
• American Indian dog
• American Cocker Spaniel
• American Staffordshire Terrier
• American Toy Terrier (American Toy Fox Terrier)
• American Foxhound (American Foxhound)
• Amur Laika (Indana)
• Anatolian Shepherd
• English Beagle
• English cocker spaniel
• English Pointer (Pointer)
• English Setter (Laverack)
• English Foxhound (Foxhound, American Foxhound)
• Dogo Argentino (Argentine Mastiff, Dogo Argentino)
• Artois Hound (Chien d'Artois)
• Ariège marriage (Ariege pointer, artesien Norman, bracque de Toulouse)
• Afghan Aboriginal Hound (Bakhmul)
• Afghan Hound (Afghan)
• Africanis (lion dogs)
• African hairless dog
• Affen pinscher (monkey pinscher)
• Bakhmul (Afghan Aboriginal Hound)
• Banjar Greyhound
• Basenji (Nyam Nyam Terrier)
• Basset Hound
• Batak Spitz (Pomeranian dog, Batak dog of Sumatra)
• Bedlington Terrier (Rothbury Terrier)
• Beagle Harrier
• Billy (Biya)
• Dogue de Bordeaux (Dogue de Aquitaine, French Mastiff)
• Bosnian Barrack (Bosanski Gonjic, Bosnian Rough-haired Hound, Ke
• Fila Brasileiro (Fila Brasileiro, Brazilian Mastiff, Brazilian Mol
• Breton fawn basset (Breton Basset, Red Breton Basset)
• Bourbon braque
• Buryat-Mongolian wolfhound (Hottosho)
• Wachtelhund (German Spaniel, German Quail Dog)
• Welsh Springer Spaniel
• Welsh Terrier
• Hungarian Greyhound (Magyar Agar)
• Hungarian Vizsla (Vizsla, Hungarian Shorthaired Pointer, Hungarian
• East Siberian Laika
• West Highland White Terrier (West Highland White Terrier, White Highland
• Hanoverian Hound
• Smooth Fox Terrier
• Blue Gascony Griffon
• Hamilton's Hound (Hamiltonstövare)
• Greyhound (English greyhound)
• Greenland dog (Greenland dog)
• Greek hare hound (Hellenic Iknilatis)
• Griffon cortalsa (French Wirehaired Pointer Griffon)
• Jack Russell Terrier
• Jämtland Laika (Emthund, Yemthund, Yamthund, or Swedish Elkhound,
• Wire Fox Terrier
• West Siberian Laika
• Golden retriever
• Irish Water Spaniel
• Irish Wolfhound
• Irish Setter
• Irish Terrier
• Spanish Water Dog (Perro De Acqua Español)
• Italian Segujo (Italian Hound)
• Kai (Brind dog, Kai, Tora Inu, koshu-tora, kai-ken, deer hunting
• Cane Corso Italiano
• Keeshond, Wolfspitz
• Cairn Terrier
• Kerry Blue Terrier
• Kyrgyz Shepherd
• Kishu (Kishu-inu, Kishu-ken)
• Clumber Spaniel
• Cocker Spaniel
• Kromforlander
• Labrador Retriever
• Laika
• Latvian hound
• Levesque
• Lesser Swiss Hound
• Lesser Vendean Basset Griffon (Petit Basset Griffon)
• German Wirehaired Pointer (Drathaar)
• German Hunting Terrier (German Jagdterrier)
• Nova Scotia Retriever (Nova Scotia Duck Retriever, Norwich Terrier
• Norwegian Elkhound (Norwegian Elkhound)
• Norwegian Lundehund (Norwegian Puffin Husky, Norsk Lundehund, Lun
• Norwegian Elghound black
• Ogar (Polish Ogar)
• Otterhound (Otter Hound)
• Parson Jack Russell Terrier
• Pitbull
• Podenco Canario
• Pointer (English Pointer)
• Polish Hound (Polish Ogar)
• Polish ogar
• Portuguese Water Dog (Cao De Acqua)
• Portuguese Podengo
• Poodle
• Rhodesian Ridgeback
• Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Dog
• Russian hunting spaniel
• Russian Spaniel
• Russian-European Laika
• Samoyed dog (Samoyed, Samoyed Spitz)
• Saint-Germain Bracque
• Serbian Hound (Balkan Hound, Yugoslav Hound)
• Stabihon (stabihunzhe, stebihun)
• Taigan (Kyrgyz Greyhound)
• Thai Ridgeback
• Dachshund
• Whippet
• Pharaoh Hound (Pharao Hound, Old Egyptian Greyhound)
• Finnish Hound (Tricolored Finnish Hound, Suomenajokoira)
• French white and orange hound
• Harrier dog
• Cirneco dell'Etna (Sicilian Greyhound)
• Shar Pei
• Silky Windhound (Silky Whippet, Windhound, Small Borhound
• Shikoku (Shikoku, Kochi-ken, Mikawa Inu)
• Styrian hound (Styrian marriage, Styrian rough-haired highland
• Epagnole Pont Audemer
• Airedale

Temperament

A very agile, intelligent, active, unpretentious, hardy dog ​​with a strong psyche.

The small podengoo is distinguished by its agility and obedience; it gets along well with children, brothers and other domestic animals, but due to its innate hunting instinct it perceives cats and small animals as prey. He can be naturally wary of strangers, which makes him a good watchdog. Podengos are excellent jumpers. Thanks to its energy, endurance and speed qualities, the small podengoo is successfully used in such activities as obedience, agility, coursing.

Lesser Wirehaired Podengo

The medium and large podengoo have similar behavioral traits, they are active dogs with a strong food response, so they are easy to train; the middle one, in contrast to the calmer large podengoo, barks more. All three species of Portuguese Podengo require early socialization.

The large podengoo is used for hunting large game, the medium one is used for hunting rabbits (in a pack or alone), the small one is capable of hunting rabbits in burrows and rocks. The first two track prey by scent or, like greyhounds, by sight, then they chase it along the scent, barking like hounds, and the captured animal is taken away. For a better view, the lesser podeng sometimes needs to stand on its hind legs; having tracked down the prey, he penetrates the hole and pulls it out, placing it in the hands of the hunter, while the size of the prey is sometimes comparable to the size of a dog; the resulting cuts and scratches are not a disadvantage at shows, but only indicate the correct use of the dog in the best traditions, which helps strengthen the breed. Both are also used as guard dogs and companion dogs.

History of the breed

The ancestors of the Portuguese Podengo were ancient dogs of Egyptian origin, brought to the Iberian Peninsula in ancient times by the Phoenicians and Romans; they were of a similar type, close to modern Ibicenco podencos, but differed in size. Later, they were mixed with the blood of dogs that accompanied the Mauritanians during the invasions in the 8th century. Among the archaeological finds were medallions, coins and mosaics depicting podengos.

Large Wirehaired Podengo

Since then, the breed has undergone virtually no changes; Dogs that performed best in hunting and were most adapted to the climate and terrain characteristics were selected for breeding. Dogs of this type can be found in Spain, Portugal, Malta, Sicily, the Balearic, Canary, Azores and Madeira, but they have not survived in their homeland in Egypt and other parts of the Middle East.

The large podengoo was considered a dog of the upper classes and was successfully used in wild boar hunting, which required enormous strength and courage. However, frequently changing hunting regulations in Portugal during the 1970s had a negative impact on the popularity of the Greater Podengo. The result of a similar policy in Spain was complete disappearance. The medium and small podengoo are, on the contrary, dogs of commoners and specialists in catching rabbits, which required cunning, ingenuity and dexterity from them. Since the 15th century, small podengus have helped Portuguese sailors fight rats on caravels.

In 1902, the breed was presented at the first exhibition held in Portugal. In 1954, the Portuguese Podengo was recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale and classified as a Spitz and primitive type breed, a subgroup of primitive breeds for hunting use. In 1978, the Wirehaired Podengo was included in the Portuguese standard. Between 1984 and 2001, 4,834 representatives of this breed were registered by the Portuguese Kennel Club. In Portugal, the most popular is the medium-sized podengo, and outside it, the small-sized one.

General information [edit]

The Grande (large) was developed for hunting deer and wild boar. He will drain and hold the prey and will wait for the hunter's gun. Grande is now very rare in his country. [ citation needed

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Medio (environment) was designed for chasing, flushing, hunting and retrieving rabbits. Its hunting style involves cat-like stalking and, like the ibis hound, it will often leap over prey before landing on or near it to flush it out of dense brush, rock crevices or burrows. He will dig if he needs to bring down his prey. [1]

Pequeno (small) was also designed to flush rabbits out of hiding. This is also a good little mouse.

In the United States, the United Kennel Club (UKC) presents the breed shown in Portugal and all FCI countries - in three sizes, all with two coat varieties - as one breed. The American Kennel Club (AKC) has divided the breed into the Portuguese Podengo-Pequeno and the Portuguese Podengo (which includes both the Grande and the Medio). Portuguese Podengo is represented by the American Portuguese Club Podengo Medio/Grande. Pequeno entered the AKC Miscellaneous class in January 2011 and entered the Beagle group in January 2013. [2] The Portuguese Podengo (which includes Grande and Medio) entered the AKC Miscellaneous class on January 1, 2014.

Breeds from the same group

• Australian Shepherd
• Alpine Mastiff (St. Bernard, St. Bernard's dog, Bernardiner)
• American Akita (Akita Matagi or Large Japanese Dog)
• American Bulldog
• American Pit Bull Terrier
• American Staffordshire Terrier
• English bulldog
• Affen pinscher (monkey pinscher)
• Bavarian Mountain Hound (Bavarian Track Hound, Bavarian Hound p.
• Basque Shepherd Dog (euskal artzain txakurra)
• Belgian Shepherd
• Belgian Malinois (Belgian Shepherd)
• Belgian Tervuren
• Bernese Mountain Cattle Dog (Bernese Mountain Dog)
• Bloodhound (Chien De Saint Hubert)
• Bobtail (Old English Sheepdog)
• Boxer (German Boxer)
• Greater Swiss Mountain Cattle Dog (Greater Swiss Mountain Dog)
• Large Japanese Dog (BJA, American Akita)
• Dogue de Bordeaux (Dogue de Aquitaine, French Mastiff)
• Bosnian Tornjak (Tornjak, Bosnia-Herzegovina Shepherd Dog, Bosnian-Ger
• Briard (French Shepherd Shepherd, French Longhaired Shepherd
• Bullmastiff
• Bull Terrier
• Weller
• East European Shepherd
• Smooth coated Saint Bernard
• Smooth Fox Terrier
• Doberman (Doberman pinscher)
• Jämtland Laika (Emthund, Yemthund, Yamthund, or Swedish Elkhound,
• Irish Terrier
• Ca de Bestiar (Perrot De Pastor Mallorquin, Mallorcan Sheepdog)
• Ca De Bo (Perro Dogo Mallorquin, Dogo Mallorca, Perro de Presa Major
• Caucasian Shepherd Dog
• Dogo Canario (Dogo Canario, Mastiff Canario, Canarian dog)
• Cane Corso Italiano
• Miniature Pinscher
• Karst Shepherd Dog (Kraski Ovchar)
• Karst Shepherd Dog (Kraski Ovchar)
• Collie (Scottish Sheepdog)
• Landseer (Landseer)
• Lancashire Heeler
• Lapinporokoira (Lapland Reindeer Dog, Lapp Reindeer Dog
• Leonberger
• Mastino Neapolitano (Neapolitan Mastiff)
• Mastiff
• Miniature Schnauzer
• Moody
• German boxer
• German dog
• German Pinscher (standard pinscher, pinscher)
• German Spitz large
• Newfoundland
• Pinscher (standard pinscher, German pinscher)
• Pyrenean mountain dog
• Pyrenean Mastiff
• Pitbull
• Polish Lowland Sheepdog
• Portuguese Watch (Rafeiro do Alentejo, Rafeiro do Alentejo, Ra
• Poodle
• Puli (Hungarian Water Dog, Mop Dog)
• Rafeiro Do Alentejo (Rafeiro do Alentejo, Rafeiro do Alentejo, Rafeiro
• Giant Schnauzer
• Rottweiler
• Romanian Carpathian Shepherd
• Black Russian Terrier
• Saint Bernard (Bernardiner)
• Tibetan mastiff
• Tosa Inu (Japanese Fighting Dog, Japanese Mastiff, Tosa-ken, Tosatok
• Uruguayan Cimarron (Uruguayan Wild Dog, Cimarron)
• Fila Brasileiro
• Finnish Lapphund (Suomenlapinkoyra, Lapinkoira)
• Bouvier de Flandres (Bouvier de Flandres, Belgian herd dog)
• French Mastiff (Dogue de Bordeaux)
• Hovawart
• Miniature Schnauzer
• Shar Pei
• Sharplaninak (Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog)
• Schnauzer
• Airedale
• Estrela Shepherd Dog (Cao Da Serra Da Estrela / Portuguese Cattle Dog with
• South Russian Shepherd

Appearance

Rafeiro do Alentejo is a large, powerful dog with a moderately elongated body and a massive head. Outwardly somewhat rustic. Sexual dimorphism is well expressed.

• Height of males - 66-74 cm; weight - 45-60 kg;
• Bough height - 64-70 cm; weight - 35-50 kg.

The head is massive, proportional to the body, voluminous. The muzzle is straight, wide and deep, gradually tapering towards the nose. The lobe itself is slightly tilted back, black in color. Lips of medium thickness, clearly defined. The jaws are strong, the bite is scissor, let's say straight. The eyes are small, oval, set horizontally. The ears are triangular in shape, small, with rounded tips, narrow at the base, set at medium height, hanging down to the sides of the head. The neck is short with a single longitudinal dewlap.

The body is muscular, long, voluminous, very strong. The back is almost horizontal, long. The loin is wide, slightly convex. The croup is slightly sloping. The chest falls to the elbows or slightly lower, is wide, and does not protrude forward. The abdomen is weakly tucked. The tail is thick at the base, long, slightly curved at the tip. Limbs with strong bones and developed muscles, widely set, vertical. The movements are heavy and slow.

The coat is of medium length, straight, dense, thick to the touch, and evenly covers the body. There are also dogs with short hair. Colors: wolf, black, yellow or fawn with white markings, with or without brindle. And also white with markings of the indicated colors.

Character and behavior

The Polish Hart is a typical greyhound with a strong, decisive character and a desire for dominance. Independent and sensitive. Calm in normal surroundings and easily excitable in open spaces or at the sight of an animal. In education, it requires a firm hand and consistency, but at the same time does not tolerate violence and shouting. Quite smart and quick-witted, quickly remembers commands. I am not inclined to listen unquestioningly; only with regular training and a trusting relationship with the owner does he grow up obedient and easily controlled.

The Polish Greyhound is a one-owner dog, loyal and affectionate towards other family members, distrustful of strangers. It is a vigilant watchdog; some dogs are capable of protecting the owner in the event of an obvious threat. Gets along well with animals that she grew up with, for example, cats, but she will chase the neighbors. Relationships with dogs depend on upbringing and character; conflicts are possible.

Characteristics of the Portuguese Podengo Pequeno

Description

The Portuguese Water Dog or Can Diagua, also known as the Portuguese Wasserhund, is a hunting breed. For centuries it lived along the entire coast of Portugal. Brought out in the Middle Ages. They were used to drive fish into nets, return lost gear, and transmit messages between ships. Today they can more often be found in the role of companions and service dogs.

Interesting fact

There is a theory according to which the history of their existence goes back more than 3000 years.

Interesting fact

According to different versions, they originate in Europe, Africa and Asia.

Breed Features

Very smart and quick-witted. If the owner does not take care of them, they begin to show self-will and do everything as they please. In cases where they understand commands and can carry them out, there is a chance that they will refuse to do this due to the lack of the owner’s authority and proper upbringing.

A similar outcome is possible even if their working potential is not fully realized. This leads to excessive stubbornness and destructive behavior of the pet. It is not recommended for people without experience to start it.

A sensitive sense of smell, keen vision and increased attentiveness allow you to cover significant distances and carefully monitor your surroundings. At any moment we are ready to take any action to carry out our work or protect loved ones.

Distinctive features

Head

Quite wide, but proportional. The transition to the muzzle is well defined.

Jaws

The cheekbones are powerful. The teeth are big. Scissor bite.

Ears

Wide and hanging. Rounded at the ends. Set high.

Eyes

Large and round. They can be either almost black or brown without light spots.

Torso

Square, well developed and muscular. The chest is wide and spacious. The loin is short, almost merging with the croup.

Paws

With developed muscles. The forelimbs are slightly inclined.

Wool

Dense and thick. There is no undercoat. It curls into cylindrical curls or can remain wavy and simply fall down. Color black, white with brown spots, basic tone black or brown with white spots, pure white.

Character

Family animals, very loyal and devoted. They quickly become attached to “their own”. They prefer to choose only one full owner. This is the strongest and wisest member of the family. His authority is recognized unconditionally by the Can-Diaguas. They obey him unquestioningly.

They get along well with children and love walking and playing with them. It's better not to leave it with kids. Dogs are active and can accidentally harm a child. For teenagers they become true true friends. They get along well with other pets, especially if the socialization process took place in childhood.

They treat strangers calmly. They never show aggression. Due to their work assignment, they can be very serious and do not tolerate constant babying. They can be goofy and playful most of the time.

Friendly and energetic. They love to spend time outdoors or play with those around them. Energy is realized in regular and strenuous sports activities. They prefer swimming and running. They require constant attention and care, and they do the same to others.

Registration and representation

• The Portuguese Podengo in the UK is represented by the Portuguese Podengo Club of Great Britain (https://podengos.org) and the Northern Portuguese Podengo Association, and the Pequeno Podengo was recognized by the Kennel Club in 2003. The breed standard was approved on January 1, 2006. Podengo Pequeno was moved from the Import Register to the Breed Register on January 1, 2008. at the Kennel Club. Podengo Pequeno now has its own breed classes at championship shows and open shows (other sizes are in the process of being included). Podengo Pequeno was first shown at Crufts in 2009. There are now around 500 Podengo (mostly Pequeno) living in the UK.
• All three sizes and varieties of the Portuguese Podengo have been registered with the United Kennel Club since 2004 and are part of the Greyhound and Pariah Group. Podengo Pequeno was recognized by the AKC in January 2013 and is now registered there. Founded in 2009, the Portuguese-based Podengo Pequenos of America[1] is the AKC breed club in the United States and is primarily located in several western states and the Midwest. The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno Club of America (PPPCA), founded in 2001,[2] is the first and largest Podengo Pequeno owners club in the United States and operates in 40 states. This is the only club dedicated to both the rough and smooth coated varieties of the breed. PPPCA was incorporated in January 2003. Newport, Rhode Island and 85% of its members own Portuguese Podengo Pequenos. Other organizations that recognize Podengos (of all sizes) in the United States are the United Kennel Club, the American Rare Breeds Association, the North American Kennel Club, and the American Greyhound Association. The Portuguese Podengo Medio and Grande are represented in the United States by the American Portuguese Podengo Medio/Grande Club (APPMGC or MGC).

The UK records the most podengo, followed by Finland, the USA and Portugal.

In Europe, the Podengo is classified by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) as Group 5: Spitz and primitive type, Section 7: Primitive type hunting dogs. The FCI breed standard, which originates in Portugal, regulates all types and varieties of Portuguese Podengo. In both the United States and Great Britain, the Portuguese Podengo is classified in the hound group.

Podengo Portuguese character:

Podengo Portuguese are smart, cheerful dogs. Brave watchdogs, affectionate family companions, effective hunters. This breed of dog is very smart and has excellent memory, kind, attentive, with a lively and gentle character.

These very active dogs, if properly trained and early socialized, get along well with children and other animals. They enjoy time spent with family. The Portuguese Podengo is a good pet, but the excessive hunting instinct of these dogs is unlikely to be overcome.

These dogs are very attentive and observant and will bark when something has caught their attention.

When training the Portugues Podenga, it is important to be firm, but in no case cruelty; you must be as fair as possible with these dogs. There should be mutual respect in relations with them, then there should be no problems. There should be mutual respect in relations with them, then there should be no problems

There should be mutual respect in relations with them, then there should be no problems

When training the Portugues Podenga, it is important to be firm, but in no case cruelty; you must be as fair as possible with these dogs. There should be mutual respect in relations with them, then there should be no problems

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1. (English). American Kennel Club. Access date: February 27, 2017.
2. (English). American Kennel Club. Access date: February 27, 2017.
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4. ↑ (English). The Portuguese Podengo Club of America. Date accessed: February 26, 2022.
5. (port.). Date accessed: February 27, 2022.
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7. ↑ (doc). Russian Cynological Federation. Date accessed: February 25, 2022.
8. ↑ (English) (inaccessible link). The Portuguese Podengo Club of Great Britain. Date accessed: February 27, 2022.
9. (English). Federation Cynologique Internationale. Date accessed: February 27, 2022.
10. ↑ (English). Federation Cynologique Internationale. Date accessed: February 27, 2022.
11. ↑ Dogs. All breeds / Ed. I. Rezko. - M.: AST, 2013. - P. 94. - 192 p. — ISBN 978-5-17-080827-4.
12. ↑ The Complete Dog Breed Book / K. Hennessy. - New York, 2014. - P. 28. - ISBN 978-1-4654-2976-6.
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14. (English). The Portuguese Podengo Club of America. Date accessed: March 1, 2022.

Appearance

The Portuguese Braque is a well-built, muscular, medium-sized dog with strong bones.

• Height at withers: 51-56 cm.
• Weight: 16-26 kg.

The head is proportional to the body, but appears larger than it actually is. The skull is square, the frontal groove is wide and very deep, the stop is well defined, 90-100 degrees. The angle between the bridge of the nose and the upper lip is 90 degrees. Lobe with large, wide open nostrils. The muzzle is wide, square, 4/10 of the length of the head. The upper lips are pendulous, square with rounded tips. They are connected to the lower lips by loose folded adhesions. The eyes are lively and expressive, oval in shape, and should be darker than the color of the coat. The ears are set above eye level, hanging down along the head, with rounded tips. The length of the ears slightly exceeds the length of the skull. The neck is slightly arched in the upper third, no shorter than the length of the head, and there is a slight dewlap at the throat.

Square format case. The back is straight and strong. The loin is short and wide. The croup is slightly sloping downwards. The tail is of medium length and does not fall below the hock joint. The limbs are strong, with developed prominent muscles. The chest is deep and wide. The underline is moderately tucked.

The coat is short, hard, dense, evenly covering the body, only under the arms, in the groin, perianal and genital areas it is sparse and soft. On the head it is thin and short. There is no undercoat. The color is red in different shades, solid or with white spots on the head, neck, chest, legs.

Distinctive features

• The head is wide, proportional, rounded, the contours are not blurry; the back of the head is clearly defined.
• The eyes stand out, large, round.
• The eyelids are dry, compressed, strong.
• The ears are large, wide, and set high.
• The stop is clearly pronounced.
• The muzzle is wedge-shaped, narrowed towards the nose.
• The nose is large; lobe black.
• The lips are tight fitting and firm.
• The teeth are strong, scissor bite.
• The jaws are powerful.
• The bones are strong, the body is muscular, almost in the shape of a square.
• The neck is long, very muscular and clearly defined.
• The chest is relatively narrow.
• The back is straight, the withers and loin are not pronounced.
• The limbs are straight, muscular, with a barely noticeable slope.
• The paws are wide, large, and have visible membranes.
• The coat is hard, thick, water-repellent, long; according to AKC standards, two types of haircuts are allowed: “lion” and “retriever”; There are two recognized coat varieties: curly and wavy.
• The tail is not long, set low, and curls into a full circle when active.

Health, life expectancy

The lifespan of such a dog is approximately 12 years. The health of representatives of this breed is very good. The pet's body has good immunity in the absence of most hereditary diseases. At the same time, the Portuguese have weaknesses:

• teeth;
• ears;
• gastrointestinal tract.

With proper care and regular visits to the veterinary clinic, health problems can be avoided. If the owner is breeding the breed, it is necessary to take tests for genetic eye diseases and hip dysplasia in the animal. At the same time, do not forget about preventive vaccinations against infectious diseases.

For your pet to have good physical and mental health, it needs long daily walks. It’s good if the dog lives in the courtyard of a private house: there it can spend its energy to the fullest. If the dog lives in an apartment, he will behave calmly only if he spends enough time outside.

In addition, the Portuguese do not like to be alone, so you should not leave them alone for a long time. Otherwise, the dog will become aggressive and embittered.

Appearance

The Portuguese Podengo is a primitive type dog, almost square in size, with a strong, harmonious build and well-developed muscles. The breed is divided into three growth varieties: large, medium, small podengoo and two according to the type of coat: smooth-haired, wire-haired.

• Large: height - 55-70 cm, weight - 20-30 kg;
• Average: height - 40-54 cm, weight - 16-20 kg;
• Small: height - 23-39 cm, weight - 4-6 kg

The shape of the head resembles a tetrahedral pyramid. The muzzle is pointed, the upper lines of the muzzle and skull diverge. The skull is flat, almost straight in profile. Between the ears the forehead is flat. The occipital protuberance is clearly visible. The stop is weakly expressed. The muzzle is shorter than the skull, wide and pointed at the base, the bridge of the nose is straight. The lobe is conical, obliquely truncated, small in size, of any color, but darker than the main color. The lips fit tightly, dry, thin, the edges are well pigmented. Scissor bite. The jaws are well developed. The cheekbones are moderately prominent and dry. The eyes are small, set obliquely, and the color ranges from light to dark brown. The eyelids match the nose. The expression in the eyes is lively. The base of the ears is at the level of the upper corner of the eyes. Ears are mobile, straight, erect. Are in an upright position or slightly tilted forward. The auricle is thin, pointed, triangular in shape. The ears are longer than wide.

The neck is straight, proportional, dry, long, without dewlap. The case is strong. The topline is horizontal and straight. The back is long and straight. The loin is wide and straight. The croup is slightly sloping or straight, of medium length, wide. The chest is of moderate width, dropped to the elbows, the ribs are set obliquely, slightly rounded. The hemline is slightly tucked. The tail is set high, strong at the base, tapering to the tip, and of medium length. At rest it is usually lowered between the hind legs. When excited or in motion, it rises horizontally and carries itself in the shape of a sickle. The limbs are vertical, straight, dry, with well-defined muscles. The paws are round, with long, strong toes. The claws are strong and usually dark in color. The pads are dense.

The skin is dense and thin. Regardless of coat type, the hair texture is of medium thickness. There is no undercoat. Smooth-haired dogs have a thicker coat. Colors:

• Fawn and yellow in different shades with or without white markings;
• White with yellow or fawn spots;
• In small podengos, brown and black with or without white spots are also considered standard.

general characteristics

The Lesser Portuguese Podengo is an excellent hunter, and if there is no need to hunt, then he agrees to become a favorite companion dog. He has a unique appearance:

• The shape of the head slightly resembles a tetrahedral pyramid.
• Medium size muzzle.
• erect ears that are triangular in shape.
• The eyes are medium size. They range from dark brown to light yellow;
• The nose is usually light.
• The body is strong.
• The legs are muscular.
• The tail is saber-shaped and set high.
• The coat has two types: smooth-haired and wire-haired.
• Color can be: yellow, black with white spots and fawn;.
• At the withers they reach 20–30 cm .
• They weigh from 3 to 6 kg .
• They live up to 14 - 15 years .