Unfortunately, the Portuguese Podengo is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Kerry Blue Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

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

Choose a Kerry Blue Terrier if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Portugal

Ireland

Hound

portuguese water dog, spanish blue dog, irish wolfhound, irish terrier

Ancient

1700s

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Fawn

Gray
Blue

Portuguese Podengos have medium-length coats.

Kerry Blue Terriers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wiry

Wavy

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 Kerry Blue Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 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
PNA
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Eye Injuries

Cataract
Spiculosis
Narrow Palpebral Fissure Distichiasis
Congenital Heart Defect

Eye Examination
Yearly Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

The Kerry Blue Terrier is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Walking, Cuddling

Hike, Fun training, Long walks

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 Kerry Blue Terrier, 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 Kerry Blue Terriers usually need at least 60 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.

Kerry Blue Terriers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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, Kerry Blue Terrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
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 33-40 pound (15 - 18 kg) Kerry Blue Terrier feed 2.5 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 Kerry Blue Terrier is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 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 Kerry Blue Terrier is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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.

Kerry Blue Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Kerry Blue Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.