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

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

Portugal

United States

Hound

Cocker Spaniel, Jack Russell Terrier

Ancient

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Fawn

Black
White
Brown
Cream

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 Cocker Jack 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

Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Eye Injuries

Allergies
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Eye Examination
Yearly Physical Examination

X-Rays
CT or MRI scan
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination
Ocular Tests
Biochemical Profile Tests

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

Cocker Jacks are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Cocker Jacks need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Cocker Jack dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Walking, Cuddling

Retreiving, Hiking, Ball, Walk, Chase, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Beach days, Swim, Ball playing, Walks, Throwing ball, Fell walking, Woodland walks, Swimming, Train, Trick, Pool, Eating, Frisbee, Walking, Playing, Cuddling

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 Cocker Jack, it's at least 8 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 Cocker Jacks usually need at least 90 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 Cocker Jack requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Comb
Clipper
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 18-28 pound (8 - 13 kg) Cocker Jack feed 1 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 Cocker Jack is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Cocker Jack is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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 have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Cocker Jacks are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.