Hound

Siberian Husky and Boxer

Ancient

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Blue
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Fawn

White
Black
Fawn

Wiry

Straight

A Portuguese Podengo can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Boxsky can have a litter of 4-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Muscle Strains
Foot and Toenail Injuries

Hip Dysplasia

Eye Injuries

Usually Very Healthy

Eye Examination
Yearly Physical Examination

Physical Examination
Radiographs
Optical Examination
Angiocardiogram

Walking, Cuddling

Running, Snuggles, Fetch, Long walks, Walks, Run, Rabbit hunting, Walking, Play ball, Spa day, Swimming, Walk, Speak, Jogging, Cuddling, Digging, Chewing, Play, Off-leash, Doing tricks, Dog Parks, Tug of war, Tug-of-war, Chase, Dig, Chew Bones, Dog park play, Playing fetch, Hiking, Water hose

Portuguese Podengos are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Boxskys are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Portuguese Podengo, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boxsky, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Portuguese Podengos usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Boxskys usually need at least 80 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Portuguese Podengo is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Boxsky has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Portuguese Podengo should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Boxsky should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 35-66 pound (16 - 30 kg) Portuguese Podengo feed 2.3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 35-75 pound (16 - 34 kg) Boxsky feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Portuguese Podengo is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Boxsky is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Portuguese Podengo is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Boxsky is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Portuguese Podengos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Boxskys are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Portuguese Podengos have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Boxskys are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Portuguese Podengos are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Boxskys may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.