The small Portuguese Podenque, also known as the Portuguese Beagle, is native to Portugal and originated in the 17th century. Originally used for hunting mice and birds; now it is used as a companion and for hunting mice. In the breeding process of small dogs, the breeding characteristics of the medium-sized Portuguese Borden can be the same as those of other large hunting dogs, except that the selection of size is focused on, and less attention is paid to the selection of color and coat type. Small short-haired breeds look a bit like Chihuahuas, but the two dogs are definitely not related. Small wire-haired breeds are more like small breed dogs. The lively and alert small terrier is sometimes hunted for rabbits together with the medium-sized Bodencoe.

1. Introduction to the small Portuguese Podenque

The small Portuguese Podenque, like a watchdog, gets into rabbit hiding places and drives them out so that the fast, medium-sized Podenque can hunt them down. Small dogs have a gentle temperament and get along well with children and other animals. Small dogs are also easy to train. Due to the above characteristics, small dogs have become popular pet dogs, especially in cities. This lively small dog loves all kinds of sports and is full of life and energy.

2. Characteristics of the small Portuguese Bodencoa

Size: Small Portuguese Podenque is 20-31cm tall and weighs 4-6kg. The shoulders are well muscled, the skin all over the body is compact, and the neck is long and strong without any flesh.

Head: The head of the miniature Portuguese Bodenco is of a good size and in good proportion with the entire body. The ears are triangular and kept upright at all times; the eyes are brown and look very friendly and sincere.

Body: The small Portuguese Podenque has moderate length limbs, strong forelimbs, rounded feet and solid toe pads. The tail is carried drooping at leisure.

Coat: The coat of this dog is divided into long and short. The prominent features are that the face and muzzle are feathered, the upright ears are fully feathered, the back is long and straight, and the limbs are covered with hair. The colors include light yellow long hair, light yellow short hair, red long hair, and black long hair.

3. Is the small Portuguese Bourden Corso easy to raise?

(1) First of all, the small Portuguese Bodenco is a short-haired dog. It does not need to be trimmed or combed by the owner. It only needs regular help in cleaning. After each bath, the coat should be dried with a dry towel in time to avoid catching a cold.

(2) Although the small Portuguese Podenque is small in size, it is very active. Therefore, proper supplementation of calcium is necessary. They are very dependent on their owners and have a high need for care, so it is best to spend more time playing with them to make them feel happier.

(3) In addition to feed, an appropriate amount of clean drinking water should be fed every day. Troughs and basins containing feed and drinking water should be cleaned and disinfected frequently. Especially in summer, special attention should be paid to the freshness of feed and the cleanliness of drinking water and tableware to prevent illness caused by infection by unclean food.

4. Training of small Portuguese Podenque dogs

(1) Excretion training

The excretion training of the small Portuguese Bodenco is relatively simple. It only needs to be led by the owner a few times, and the dog will naturally form a habit. Of course, the basis of this training is to grasp the dog’s excretion patterns.

(2)Handshake training

Handshake training must first start based on the sit-down training. When the dog sits down, the owner shouts "handshake" and uses one hand to hold one of the dog's front legs and shake it up and down; this repeats Just train.

(3) Pretending to be dead training

The trick of a dog pretending to be dead should be a big bonus. This training is also very simple. When the dog lies down, the owner first calms the dog, and then uses both hands to turn the dog to the other side, allowing the dog to relax for a period of time.

5. How much does a small Portuguese Bodenco spaniel cost?

The price of a small Portuguese Podenque is generally around 800-3,000 yuan, and puppies can generally be purchased for less than 1,000 yuan. Female dogs are slightly more expensive, 100-200 yuan. The price of pure breed dogs is more than 3,000.

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