The Podengo Pequeno was transferred from the Import Register into the Breed Register on Januat the Kennel Club. The Podengo Pequeno was recognized by the Kennel Club in 2003 and the Breed Standard was approved on January 1, 2006. Pequeno – rabbits Medio - rabbits and wild boar Grande - deer and wild boar. Each size category traditionally hunts game appropriate to their size and temperament, e.g. When game is found, they kill and retrieve it or flush it towards the hunter to be shot. Typically, the dogs hunt in a pack with their handler following. In general, the breed is healthy: the Pequeno variety has an average lifespan of approximately 14–16 years.Ī keen hunting dog, the Podengo has an affinity for game regardless of size. The smooth coated variety is traditional, dating back to the 5th century, whereas the wire coated variety is an outcome of the assimilation of various other breeds during the 20th century. Their coats are either short and 'smooth' or longer and 'wired'. slightly wilful) dog behaviour.Īs a breed, the Podengo is divided into three size categories that are not interbred: small (Pequeno), medium (Médio) and large (Grande).
They are amenable to training by dog-experienced people and those that enjoy primitive (i.e. They are typically hardy, intelligent and lively dogs and are loyal and fearless, making excellent companions. Dogs with facial wrinkles, like French Bulldogs and Boston Terriers, should have their faces wiped down at least weekly to prevent infection.The Portuguese Podengo is an ancient, multi-sensory (sight and scent) hound that originally came from Portugal. If you have a small dog, like an Italian Greyhound, take special care to clean around their eyes with a cotton ball or soft cloth and use a small trimmer to trim excess hair around their eyes to make sure they are comfortable. Use a small trimmer to trim excess hair around the eyes, ears and face. Bushy hair growth within the ear can be thinned with tweezers or blunt scissors. Never use a Q-Tip, which could cause damage to the inner ear if your dog suddenly shakes or jerks his head. Gently wipe a cotton ball moistened with mineral oil, olive oil or witch hazel in your dog's ear, being careful to avoid the ear canal. Some smooth-coated dogs, like Basenjis and Boxers, and dogs with large ears, like Weimaraners and Great Danes, have sensitive ears that should be checked weekly for infection and cleaned with a cotton ball. It is always important to routinely clean your dog's eyes and ears, and examine for potential infections. Doing so will help prevent the development of infections that could seriously damage these amazing organs. Not all breeds and coat styles require routine trimming in and around the eyes and ears but all should undergo regular inspection and cleaning around these sensitive areas. If your dog’s nail starts to feel softer, that’s a good indication that you’re getting close to the quick. The nail is hard closer to the surface and becomes softer as you get closer to the quick. You can tell if you’re getting close to the quick by the texture of your dog’s nail. Instead, work gradually, shaving small portions of your dog’s nails off each time.
Never trim extremely long nails down to a short nail in one sitting, because this is an excellent way to accidently quick the dog’s nail. Gradually increase the number of nails you clip in one sitting to help your dog get used to the process. Clip one nail, reward your dog with a treat, and stop to give him some positive reinforcement before moving on. Then, work gradually, shaving down just a thin portion of the nail at first to make sure you don’t reach the quick. As you start to clip, gently press on your dog’s paws to help him become accustomed to the feeling of having his nails clipped. Provide your dog with plenty of positive reinforcement and even treats to help associate nail clipping with a positive experience. But with the right conditioning and careful cutting, nail clipping can be a simple, stress-free activity for you and your dog. Many dog owners are apprehensive about trimming their dog’s nails because they are nervous about cutting into the quick.
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