![]() ![]() They have also always been highly prized as companions and family pets thanks to their kind and affectionate natures being especially good around children and the fact they are very good watchdogs regardless of their small size. Smooth haired Podengos were used in northern Portugal where the climate is that much wetter whereas wired-haired dogs were popular in the hotter and therefore drier regions of the land. Over time three sizes emerged with each of them having two coat types. What is known is that the small Podengo (Pequeno) has been around in Portugal since the 15th Century and that they have always been highly prized for their ability to go down burrows after their prey. Podengo translated from Portuguese means "warren hound" or "rabbit hunter" and these fast quick witted dogs were given their name because they proved to be skilled at the job they were asked to do. They quickly became highly prized hunting dogs and more particularly when it came to chasing and catching rabbits even when they went down a burrow. These little dogs from Asia Minor were taken by Phoenician traders to many Mediterranean and north African countries during 700 BC. The Portugues Podengo is thought to be a descendant of the Pharaoh Hound of ancient Egypt and that they were taken to Portugal by Phoenician traders. Portuguese Podengo Pequenos are still not super popular in the United States.Most popular puppies for sale All puppies for sale Akita for sale American Bulldog for sale American Bully for sale Beagle for sale Belgian Shepherd Dog for sale Bichon Frise for sale Border Collie for sale Border Terrier for sale Boxer for sale Cane Corso for sale Cavachon for sale Cavalier King Charles Spaniel for sale Cavapoo for sale Chihuahua for sale Chow Chow for sale Cockapoo for sale Cocker Spaniel for sale Dachshund for sale Dobermann for sale Dogue De Bordeaux for sale English Bull Terrier for sale English Bulldog for sale English Springer Spaniel for sale French Bulldog for sale German Shepherd for sale Golden Retriever for sale Goldendoodle for sale Hungarian Vizsla for sale Jack Russell for sale Jackapoo for sale Labradoodle for sale Labrador Retriever for sale Lurcher for sale Maltese for sale Maltipoo for sale Miniature Dachshund for sale Miniature Schnauzer for sale Old Tyme Bulldog for sale Patterdale Terrier for sale Pomeranian for sale Pug for sale Rottweiler for sale Shar Pei for sale Shih Tzu for sale Siberian Husky for sale Sprocker for sale Staffordshire Bull Terrier for sale Toy Poodle for sale Whippet for sale Yorkshire Terrier for sale They are highly intelligent and trainable, provided the training is kept fun and interesting for them. ![]() They are surprisingly good jumpers and very diligent diggers, so a regular fence might not be sufficient to keep them safe. Portuguese Podengo Pequenos should never be trusted off leash in an unenclosed area because they have a tendency to wander off, so you’ll want to have a fenced in yard before bringing one into your home. They won’t be a good friend to rodents because of there history as rodent hunters, so be sure to keep them separated or just don’t mix them at all. They love children and other animals, including dogs and even larger animals such as horses and livestock, and can do well with cats as long as they are familiarized with them as puppies. In fact, the vast majority of Portuguese Podengo Pequenos (over 75%!) are of the wire haired variety, though the verdict is still out on exactly why that is.Ĭheerful, intelligent, and hardy, Portuguese Podengo Pequenos can do very well in all sorts of living situations, whether it be a small apartment in a huge metropolis or a quaint family farm in a rural area. Just like their larger counterparts, they come in two varieties: smooth haired and wire haired. Portuguese Podengo Pequenos make delightful pets and are commonly kept as companion animals. They are small dogs and were mostly used to hunt small game, though they are courageous enough to try hunting something much larger if given the opportunity! They were primarily used as rat hunters and were often brought aboard ships to help keep the rat population down during long voyages at sea. Portuguese Podengo Pequenos have a long history spanning back to 5th century Portugal. Just like their much larger cousin, Portuguese Podengo Pequenos are still mostly found in Portugal and areas of the world with large Portuguese immigrant populations. Portuguese Podengo Pequenos are the smaller variety of the Podengo, a much larger but very similar Portugese breed. Despite being a relatively rare dog, Portuguese Podengo Pequenos are so smart and eager to please that they have been starred in dozens of movies! Are you a breeder? About this Breed ![]()
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