Portuguese Podengo Dogs for adoption

2 Portuguese Podengo Dogs for adoption

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Cheeky Chappie Xavier is in Reading!

Portuguese Podengo

5 yearsAge

£660Price

Xavier is a clever and inquisitive dog, who has blossomed since being in foster care. He has shown remarkable adaptability and thrives in a home environment. Xavier enjoys the comfort of sofa and is v

Rescue/CharityID Verified

Reading, Berkshire

121

“Can I please be part of your family?”

Portuguese Podengo

7 yearsAge

£395Price

Meet beautiful Davos! He is a Podenco mix, about seven years old and weighs about 25 kilos. He was handed in at his first shelter when he was almost a year old. He was then put into foster care for ov

Rescue/CharityID Verified

Hengoed, Caerphilly County Borough

FAQs

Are Portuguese Podengos good family dogs?

Portuguese Podengos can make good family dogs if they are socialised and trained early. They are playful, enjoy the company of family members and other dogs, and generally do well with children when introduced properly. They are also good watchdogs due to their alertness and tendency to bark at strangers. However, they can be wary of strangers, may not be suitable for apartment living due to their high energy and loud bark, and might view smaller pets as prey.

Are Portuguese Podengos rare pets?

Yes, Portuguese Podengos are relatively rare pets outside of Portugal. Breeders, especially for the smaller varieties like the Portugueses Podengo Pequeno, are few and far between, making them less common compared to more widely spread breeds.

How much does a Portuguese Podengo puppy cost?

The cost of a Portuguese Podengo puppy varies and exact prices are not widely published. Generally, adopting from shelters or rescues is more affordable, including spaying/neutering, vaccinations, and microchipping. Buying from breeders tends to be more expensive, but specific price ranges are not readily available.

What does the name 'Podengo' mean?

The name 'Podengo' in Portuguese refers to a type of hunting dog known as a warren hound or rabbit hound, bred specifically to hunt small game such as rabbits. It reflects the breed's origins and hunting purpose in Portugal.