How long does a Portuguese Podengo live?

The listed lifespan for a Portuguese Podengo is 10–15 years.

How tall is a Portuguese Podengo?

The listed height for a Portuguese Podengo is Large 22–28 in; Medium 16–22 in.

Is a Portuguese Podengo good with children?

The AKC good-with-children score for a Portuguese Podengo is 5 out of 5.

What is the energy level of a Portuguese Podengo?

The AKC energy score for a Portuguese Podengo is 4 out of 5.

Miscellaneous Class

Portuguese Podengo

Portuguese Podengo is listed in more than one size (medium, large) in the Miscellaneous Class. Adult weight is Large 44–66 lb; Medium 35–44 lb, height is Large 22–28 in; Medium 16–22 in, and the listed lifespan is 10–15 years. AKC describes the temperament as Alert, Independent, Intelligent.

Last reviewed November 1, 2026.

Portuguese Podengo dog — Photo: Canarian · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Lifespan10–15 years

WeightLarge 44–66 lb; Medium 35–44 lb

SizeMedium, Large

GroupMiscellaneous Class

Height

Large 22–28 in; Medium 16–22 in

Energy

4 / 5

Shedding

3 / 5

Grooming

2 / 5

Trainability

3 / 5

Good with kids

5 / 5

The breed record

The feeding table is split by variety, because Portuguese Podengo is published in separate sizes rather than one averaged class.

The listed origin is Portugal. The coat is described as smooth, wiry, medium. The AKC energy score is 4 out of 5, 0.5 points above the group average of 3.5 for the Miscellaneous Class. Shedding scores 3 out of 5. Grooming scores 2 out of 5, so home brushing covers most weeks. Trainability scores 3 out of 5. Good with children scores 5 out of 5. Good with other dogs scores 5 out of 5.

Frequently asked

Questions from the breed record

The verified adult weight for a Portuguese Podengo is Large 44–66 lb; Medium 35–44 lb.

Sources

AKC breed page

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