Portuguese Podengos make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Bulldogs are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Portugal

England

Hound

asiatic mastiff

Ancient

1200s

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Fawn

Red
Brindle
White
Fawn
Pied

Portuguese Podengos have medium-length coats.

Bulldogs have short coats.

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 Bulldog can have a litter of 8-10 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

Patellar Luxation
Demodectic Mange
Hip Dysplasia
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Head Tremors

Eye Injuries

Entropion
Cherry Eye
Difficulty In Breeding
Obesity
Heat Stroke

Eye Examination
Yearly Physical Examination

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Elbow
Knee
Skin Scraping
Physical Examination

Portuguese Podengos' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Bulldogs are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Portuguese Podengos require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Bulldogs require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Portuguese Podengos bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Bulldogs are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Walking, Cuddling

Eating Snacks, Snuggling, Sitting, Sleeping, Petting, Sniffing, Not moving, Being pet, Licking, Relaxing, Slobbering, Being a clown, Playdate, Tug-of-war, Walking, Attention, Sleep, Walk, Run, Running, Laying on bed, Snacking, Toy, Short walks, Stairs, Belly rubs, Fetch, Dressing up, Lounging, Nap

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.

Bulldogs are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Bulldog dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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 Bulldog, it's at least 5 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 Bulldogs usually need at least 30 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 Bulldog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
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 50-53 pound (23 - 24 kg) Bulldog feed 2 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 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 Bulldog 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 Podengo is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Bulldog is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

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

Bulldogs are not very fond of playing and prefer other activities.

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

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