Portuguese Podengo
Portugal • medium size
Portuguese Podengo is a medium breed from Portugal, known for being good with kids, great in heat, light on shedding.
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Hound
Kelb tal-Fenek
Pharaoh Hound; elegant rabbit hunter with expressive ears and blush.
Good With KidsGreat In HeatLight On Shedding
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Size
Medium
Life
11-14 years
Group
Hound
Origin
Malta
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