They relish any sort of training, and excel at almost anything you ask them to do. They are quick learners, but training must be fun and given in short sessions. TRAINING The PPP is a very lively and intelligent little dog. They should only be allowed loose within safely fenced areas-as hunters, their instinct to follow their nose can get them into trouble quite quickly. Playing in a large fenced yard, a vigorous walk daily, participation in agility or obedience trials, or hunting can provide the needed activity. They have a rightful reputation for being tough and tireless. Nails should be trimmed regularly using a nail clipper or grinder.ĮXERCISE Bred originally for rabbit hunting, the energetic Portuguese Podengo Pequeno requires brisk daily exercise. Starting a good dental-care program with regular brushing will alleviate the possibility of issues occurring later. Routine brushing followed by running a comb through the hair to eliminate any tangles in the wire coat, and an occasional wipe-down with a damp cloth on the smooth coat, will be sufficient to keep him in great shape between monthly baths. GROOMING The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno is a no-frills, wash-and-wear kind of dog who comes in two coat types: smooth and wire. Check with your vet if you have any concerns about your dog’s weight or diet. Clean, fresh water should be available at all times. Learn about which human foods are safe for dogs, and which are not. Some dogs are prone to getting overweight, so watch your dog’s calorie consumption and weight level. Treats can be an important aid in training, but giving too many can cause obesity. Any diet should be appropriate to the dog’s age (puppy, adult, or senior). NUTRITION The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno should do well on a high-quality dog food, whether commercially manufactured or home-prepared with your veterinarian’s supervision and approval. The overall look is that of a rustic, no-nonsense rabbit dog unspoiled by passing fashions. The long-backed body is muscular, the tail tapered and sickle-shaped, and the coat either short and dense or long and wiry. A distinctive feature is the wedge-shaped head, with expressive almond-shaped eyes and erect, pointed ears. The Pequeno is the smallest of Portugal’s three Podengo breeds, standing 8 to 12 inches at the shoulder and weighing no more than 13 pounds. Pequenos love to run, romp, and chase when outdoors but make charming and well-mannered housemates.Ī wedge shaped head (a four sided pyramid) with erect ears, a sickle shaped tail, a sound skeleton, well muscled: very lively and intelligent, sober and rustic. Classified as a hound, the alert and playful little Portuguese Podengo Pequeno is a quick, athletic rabbit hunter of ancient lineage.
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