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About Portuguese Podengo Pequeno Puppies, Breeders & DogFacts
The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno, originating in Portugal, is a small primitive hound in the AKC Hound Group, historically bred to hunt rabbits in packs across rugged terrain. Standing 8-12 inches tall and weighing 9-13 pounds, this compact, wedge headed dog comes in smooth or wire coats in yellow, fawn, and black variations. Grooming is easy: weekly brushing, occasional hand stripping for wire coats, routine nail trims, and ear checks. Lively, intelligent, and affectionate, Pequenos need 45-60 minutes of daily exercise and secure fencing. They make spirited, devoted family companions who get along well with children and other dogs.
Breed Characteristics
Temperament
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are known for: Lively, Fun Loving, Vermin hunting, Plucky, Spunky.
- Lively
- Fun Loving
- Vermin hunting
- Plucky
- Spunky
Family & Household Compatibility
- Good with children, this breed is generally compatible with kids.
- Good with other dogs, typically sociable with other dogs.
- Cats: strong prey drive may make cohabitation with cats challenging.
Known Health Considerations
Generally healthy, occasional luxating patella, eye conditions
When researching Portuguese Podengo Pequeno breeders, ask for documentation of health screening on both parents. Ethical breeders test for breed appropriate conditions through OFA, PennHIP, or breed club specified DNA panels before breeding.
Before You Choose a Portuguese Podengo Pequeno Puppy
- Can I see health screening documentation for both parents?
- Are the parents registered with the AKC or relevant breed club?
- What is your return policy if the dog cannot remain in my home?
- Can I visit, meet the parents, and see where the puppies are raised?
- Do you provide a written health guarantee and vaccination records?
Screened Portuguese Podengo Pequeno breeders on PuppyReports have submitted documentation, responded to the platform, and maintain an active PuppyReports™ Card. Research any breeder before you make a commitment.
Featured Ethical Portuguese Podengo Pequeno Breeder
Members of the Canine Ethics Leadership Circle™ who breed Portuguese Podengo Pequeno appear here, submitted health documentation, full record transparency, and a signed Canine Ethics Standard. One breeder per breed.
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About these recommendations. PuppyReports surfaces the basic health screening recommendations for each breed in accordance with the principles established by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) program. The OFA, working with each breed’s primary US parent club, sets the recommended testing list per breed. Recommendations may vary by country and region (US OFA CHIC, European FCI, UK Kennel Club, Australian National Kennel Council, etc.). Always review current requirements with your breed’s parent club for your jurisdiction. Last reviewed: 2026-05-02.
Sources & further reading: American Kennel Club breed information; Orthopedic Foundation for Animals CHIC program (ofa.org/chic programs). Breed data sourced from PuppyReports™ breeds database. Last reviewed: 2026-04-24.