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Portuguese Water Dog
Portugal FCI 37 . Water Dogs

Origin: Portugal
Character: Intelligent and partner
Weight: 16 to 25 kg
Height: 43 to 54 cm.
Life expectancy: 12 . 15 years

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The Portuguese Water Dog It is a kind and patient breed.

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History

The Portuguese Water Dog It is a breed of dog of the Algarve, Portugal. They were used as working dogs by fishermen from time immemorial, but in the 20th century have become a rare breed.

While, the origins of the breed are somewhat obscure, What if one certainty is that the history of these dogs is very old.
A probable reference to Portuguese Water Dog It is found in the text of a monk, that in 1297 described the rescue of a sailor carried out by a dog with similar characteristics to the breed we are talking about... "long, black hair, cut up the first rib, and with a tuft at the tip of the tailยซ.

The common standard of shearing for these dogs, Mark to be as the description of the monk. As well, a photo of early 19th century, It represents the arrival of the King of Portugal to the beach of Bethlehem, shows a water dog, swim to the boat of the King.

The closest relatives of the Portuguese Water Dog are Kerry Blue Terrier, the Barbet and the Poodle standard.

Originally, water dogs – excellent swimmer is- they were used by the Portuguese fishermen in their boats as helpers in varied tasks, how to beโ€ฆ herding the fish into the nets, recovery of objects fell into the water, carrying messages between ships or between Earth and the sea, among others.

The writer Raul Brandรฃo, in his book the fisherman (1932), It describes the activity of a fishing boat in Olhao, and much of its description was based on these dogs and their marine skills.

From the 20th century with the advancement of new technologies both in fishing and in communication, the work that was usually done by dogs gradually was replaced, and there was no need to travel with dogs on board. Like everything else in life, progress has its 'pros' and its 'cons', in the decade of 1930 the number of specimens of the breed decreased greatly and the few specimens that survived were found on the Algarve coast.

The 1934 It was a crucial year for the subsistence of this breed, and perhaps the starting point of the recovery of the Portuguese Water Dog was the Lisbon Exhibition in 1934, under the direction of Frederick Pinto Soares. here enters the story, Vasco Bensaude, a wealthy businessman who lived in the Azores Islands, had attended this canine event, because he was also dedicated to breeding water dogs. He was so impressed with the Portuguese Water Dog What, decided to buy four specimens and thus start a careful breeding program in his hatchery, Algarbiorum. Y, what he achieved with the support of two loving friends in the race, Pinto Soares and Fernandes Marques.

In Lakes, found a beautiful male named Leรฃo and was taken to Lisbon, followed by Dina, a female of Sesimbra. Two specimens found in the Algarve joined his Kennel, Nero, a male of curly hair and Venesa, a female of wavy hair. In 1937, born the first litter (by Leon and Dina). Starting the โ€œAlgarbiorumโ€ saga.

Vasco Bensaude was responsible for the recovery of the Portuguese Water Dog from Portugal and began the modern history of the breed. He was responsible for his hatchery "Fausto Pereira Dos Santos", and became an expert in the formation of Portuguese water dogs.

For many years, Vasco Bensaude dedicated himself to breeding dogs but when in 1968 he felt that his end was near, delivered to Conchita Cintrรณn, Castelo Branco the 17 copies of Portuguese Water Dog that he had in his kennel and all his files.
Conchita Cintrรณn, was a brilliant person, breeder of Pointers, carried out the breeding Portuguese Water Dog in his Quinta do Indio, in Feijรณ, to the South of Lisbon.

Due to the tenacity and commitment to Conchita Cintrรณn dogs were placed in United States, where this wonderful race reached great popularity thanks to the commitment and efforts of another great personality in the history of this race, Mrs Miller Deyanne Farrell, He managed to diffuse them in America and around the world.

In 1972, In the United States, a group of breeders founded the (Portuguese Water Dog Club of America).

Physical characteristics

The Portuguese Water Dog it is a medium-sized breed, of strong Constitution, good muscular and compact body. Males have an ideal height for 54 cm., While the females measure approximately 46 cm.. The weight range from 19 until 25 kg in males and 16 and 22 kg in females.

There are two types of fur: long, wavy, with bright or short hair with hair is curly and more opaque.

The fur may be completely black, white or brown, or black or brown with white spots. The typical cut is made on the snout and the back of the body, leaving a ball of hair at the tip of the tail, It gives an appearance of a lion.
Hair grows them continually so it required to be regularly brushed and trim or cut.

The haircut of the Portuguese Water Dog can be done in two ways or styles:

The lion Court

In the Lion Court, the hindquarters, the snout, and the base of the tail they shave and the rest of the body is left in its normal length. This is the traditional cut and perhaps the most functional, given the historical importance of race as a partner of a fisherman. The lion cut reduced the initial impact and the shock with the cold water, given that performed various aquatic work. The hindquarters are afeitaban to allow easy movement of the hind legs and tail, used it as a rudder.

The Retriever cut

The Court Retriever is left 2,5 cm long in a uniform manner on the body (Although some owners prefer the part of the snout and the base of the shorter tail). This is a more recent cut and the style originated because breeders wanted to make the breed more attractive and less unusual looking for buyers..

Character and skills

Is considered an exceptionally intelligent animal, with an active temperament, slightly restless, but obedient. It is also very resistant to fatigue. It is an excellent swimmer, being able to dive and swim underwater to recover the lost objects.

In the Ria Formosa Natural Park, one of the attractions is the kennel where he was saved from extinction by Portuguese Water Dog, today known as the dog Obama, and where it still continues to grow today.

The Portuguese Water Dog he is an excellent companion, loving, independent and intelligent it is easy to train in tasks of obedience and agility skills.

Because they are working dogs, the Portuguese Water Dog, in general, he is usually always close to his master awaiting instructions and if he is -duly- trained, It is able and willing to follow orders very complex. They learn very quickly, They seem to enjoy the training, and they have a great memory for names of objects. These features and its single-layer coat, have not moved, makes an excellent dog services several such as assistance dogs for the deaf, guide dogs, Therapy Dogs.

Are very good companions for people who understand what they need, the Portuguese Water Dog it is not a dog for everyone. Due to his intelligence and the need for unity in the work, require regular intensive exercise, as well as the mental challenges. They are kind and patient, but not "couch addicts", physical inactivity and boredom can awaken destructive behaviors.

Recently, the race gained an unexpected publicity after the family of the President of United States, Barack Obama, choose a Portuguese Water Dog as a pet. The dog, called Bo, was presented to the public 14 of April 2009, due to the great interest shown by the media.

Did you know??

The Portuguese Water Dog used to be the fisherman's best friend, helping to push the fish into networks, to retrieve objects that fell to the water and to carry messages from ship to ship.

Valuations "Portuguese Water Dog"

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Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
  • Group 8: Retrievers, Hunting Lifting Dogs, Water Dogs.
  • Section 3: Water Dogs. .

Federations:

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    • FCI breed standard "Portuguese Water Dog"

    Origin:
    Portugal

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    04.11.2008

    Use:

    Fishing and retrieving assistant as well as companion dog.



    General appearance:

    Mesomorphic dog, subconvexilinear, with rectilinear and brachoid tendencies. Harmonic type, well proportioned, robust and well muscled. Muscle development is remarkable due to frequent swimming exercises.

    important proportions:

    Almost square in shape, with the length of the body approximately equal to its height at the withers. The ratio of the height at the withers to the depth of the chest is 2:1, the ratio of the length of the skull to the muzzle is 4:3.



    Behavior / temperament:

    This is an impetuous animal, willful, haughty, brave, sober and resistant to fatigue. His expression is severe, keen and alert gaze; has excellent eyesight and a good sense of smell. As it possesses exceptional intelligence, obeys easily and with manifest pleasure the orders of his master.
    As an extraordinary swimmer and diver, this dog is the inseparable companion of fishermen, those who provide great services, not only in fishing, but also as guardian of their ships and their goods. When his master is fishing, the dog follows the prey with its eyes, and if a fish escapes (either from the net or from the hook), he throws himself into the sea, diving in if necessary, to catch it. When a net or a rope breaks, the dog catches the fish again. This dog is also used as a link between the boat and the shore, vice versa, even when the distance is considerable.

    Head:

    Solid and shapely strong and wide. Longitudinal axes of the skull and muzzle are parallel.

    Cranial region:
    • Skull: Seen in profile is slightly longer than the snout. Its curvature is accentuated in the back that later and the occiput is well marked. Head on, notes that the parietal are bulky and have a slight depression in the Middle. Groove can be seen on the forehead means that extends up to two thirds of the parietal. The superciliary arches are prominent.
    • Depression links (Stop): The naso-frontal depression is well marked and is located towards the back of the inner corner of the eyes.

    facial region:

    • Truffle: Wide. The Windows open and finely Pigmented. Black copies of the same color or in black and white or white color. In brown dogs, the nose is the same color as the coat. It should never be pink-flesh.
    • Snout: It is narrowest near the nose than in the base.
    • Lips: Thick, especially to the front. The corner is not apparent. Mucous membranes (on the palate, under the tongue and gums) they are completely black, dark brown in brown dogs.
    • Jaws/Teeth: Teeth are not apparent. The fangs are strongly developed. Scissor or pincer bite.
    • Eyes: Medium size, perceptible and rounded shape, placed well separated and slightly inclined. Its color is brown or black. The eyelids have a thin skin and are bordered of black, brown in brown dogs. The conjunctiva is not apparent.
    • Ears: Lightweight, heart shaped, implanted higher than the eye line. Except for a small opening in the back, the ears are well glued to the head. The tips must not protrude beyond the base of the neck.

    Neck:

    Straight, short, rounded, well loose and free postage. Strong muscles; No presents nor necklace, or dewlap. It forms a harmonious transition to the body.

    Body:

    • TopLine: Straight, level.
    • Cross : It is wide, but not prominent.
    • Back : Straight, short, wide and well muscled.
    • Pork loin : Short and well attached to the rump.
    • Rump : Well formed and very slightly tilted backwards. The legs are barely visible.
    • Breast : Broad and deep, reaching to the elbow. The ribs are long and well bulging. Large respiratory capacity.
    • Belly : Reduced volume and elegant porte.

    Tail:

    Natural. It is thick at the base and gradually decreases until the tip; neither too high implantation, or too low; its length should not exceed the point of the Hock. When the dog is attentive he must keep it in the shape of a circle, and the front part of it should not exceed the midline of the spine. Tail serves as a vital aid for swimming and diving.



    Tips

    Aplomb : They are regular. Is accepted that both front feet, as the rear, are slightly inclined toward the front in the part that lies beneath the Tarsus.

    • Former members :

       They are strong and straight. Allowed a slightly inclined Metacarpus.

    • Shoulder :  Views from the front and crosswise, the blades are well sloped and muscular well.
    • Arms : Are strong and medium length. They are parallel to the midline of the body.
    • Forearm : Long and well muscled.
    • Carpo : Strong bones. It is wider at the front than at the side.
    • Metacarpus : Long and strong.
    • Front feet : They are rounded and flat. The fingers are not or too bent, not too long. Loose digital membrane, It is well developed and reaches the tip of the fingers, fine texture and is equipped with abundant hair. Fingernails must be preferably black, but white colored nails are accepted, Brown, or with stripes, according to fur color. They are slightly separated from the soil. The central pad is thick, other pads are of medium thickness.

    Later members :

     They are straight and muscled. A slightly inclined Hock is supported.

    • Buttocks : Long and well-bulky.
    • Thighs : Strong and medium length; very muscled.
    • Knee :   Moves parallel to the midline of the body.
    • Legs : They are long and heavily muscular. They are parallel to the midline of the body, and visibly tilted forward back. Tendons and connective tissues are strongly developed.
    • Hock : Strong.
    • Metatarsus : Long; No Spurs.
    • Rear feet : They have the same characteristics as the front ones.

    Movement:

    Free with short steps. The trot is lightweight and good Cadence; the Gallop is energetic.

    Mantle

    Fur :

     Tough and abundant hair covering the entire body. There is no presence of an internal layer of hairs. There are two types of fur : one long and wavy, the other short and curly. The first variety hair is a bit shiny and soft; the second hair is shorter, well plenty, opaque and forms flat cylindrical curls. Except in the armpits and in the groin, hair covers body regularly. The hair forms a kind of squabbling over the head composed of hairs rippled in the variety of long hair and hair curly in the variety of short hair. In the variety of long hair, the hair around the ears is longer.



    Color :

     The hair can be multicolored or unicolor. Unicolores dogs are white, black or brown in several shades; the others are mixed black and white or Brown and white. Completely white hair is not sign of albinism, always when the truffle, the mouth and eyelids are black. In the dogs with black hair, white or black and white, the skin is slightly bluish.

    When the hair grows very long, is trimmed to half of the body, as well as the one on the snout and the one on the tail, leaving only a pompom at the end of the tail..



    Size and weight:

    The ideal size in males is of 54 cm., but copies are accepted between 50 and 57 cm..

    In the females, the size must be of 46 cm., with a minimum of 43 and a maximum of 52 cm..

    WEIGHT : Of 19 to 25 kg in males. Of 16 to 22 kg in females.



    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the above criteria should be considered as missing and the gravity of this is considered to the degree of deviation from the standard and its effect on the health and welfare of the dog.



    Severe fouls :

    • Head: too long, close, flat or pointed.
    • Snout: too tuned or pointed.
    • Eyes: clear, too much bulging or sunken.
    • Ears: Incorrect insertion, too big, very short or folded.
    • Tail: heavy, dropped during movement or elevated perpendicularly.

    ELIMINATING fAULTS :

    • Behavior: Aggressiveness or too much shyness-
    • Size: Above or below the limit.
    • Upper or lower prognathism.
    • Too light eyes,  different shaped,  size and color,
    • Deafness, whether it is hereditary, or acquired.
    • cut tail,  rudimentary birth, or lack thereof.
    • Hind limbs with Spurs.
    • Hair type other than the one described above.
    • Color: albinism, Flesh-pink truffle,  either all the truffle, or partially. Any other color than the one described in the standard.

    Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..



    N.B.:

    Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..



    Translation : IRIS Carrillo, Canophile Federation of Puerto Rico.



    Technical review : Miguel Angel Martinez (Federation Cynologique Argentina).

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Water Dog, Portie, PWD (English).
    2. chien d’eau, chien pรชcheur portugais (French).
    3. Portugiesischer Wasserhund (German).
    4. Cรฃo d’รgua, Cรฃo Pescador Portuguรชs, Cรฃo d’รgua Algarvio (Portuguese).
    5. Cรฃo de agua portuguรชs (espaรฑol).

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    Portuguese Pointer
    Portugal FCI 187 . Braque Type

    Origin: Portugal
    Character: Loving and vivacious.
    Weight: Male: 20 - 27 kg, Female: 16 - 22 kg
    Height: Male: 52 - 60 cm., Female: 48 - 56 cm.
    Life expectancy: 12 - 14 years

    Portuguese Pointer

    The Portuguese Pointer He is extremely affectionate and very attached to children, it is also a very submissive dog.

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    Characteristics "Portuguese Pointer"

    Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Portuguese Pointer" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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    History

    The Portuguese Pointer arose from Perdigueiro Peninsular, an ancient breed of Iberian dogs, its presence is documented since the 10th century, Its first appearance in art is on a Visigothic-Arab tombstone of the Church of San Juan Bautista de Tomar. Its evolution was the result of several factors such as adaptation to the climate, the type of hunting, the terrain and the selection introduced through the Portuguese cultural specificity.

    In the fourteenth century, It was bred in the royal kennels and used for hunting Altaria, being known as ยซPodengo de mostraยป, showing already the possibility of stopping before the hunt. In the 16th century (reign of D. Sebastian) its use by the popular classes was common (although prohibited). The constant bleeding in the working arms caused by the discoveries, the abandonment of the fields, hunger and change of habits, led the population to resort more to hunting for food and, as a result, to the use of Pointing Dogs, that they were "prohibited" for causing, thanks to its excellent qualities, serious damage to the vested interests of the royal house and the nobility.

    In the 18th century, Many English families established a presence in the Porto region in the business of wine production and came into contact with the breed being brought to England where it played an important role in the origin of the English Pointer.

    At the end of the 19th century it suffered a certain decline, due to serious social upheavals and new tastes and contacts with the outside world, that gave projection to the foreign races that were then in fashion. But it is still represented in art objects (tinaja painted by D. Fernando II of Saxe-Coburg, Pena-Sintra), painting of King D.Luis and the princes in hunting clothes in the Palace of Ajuda, Lisbon), painting of a hunting trip of an Englishman in the Douro (Quinta de Gatรฃo, Duero) or in artistic ceramics by the Real Fรกbrica do Rato (Pimenta Palace, Lisbon).

    Only in 1920 some breeders strove to save the breed, locating some of the dogs in the inaccessible north of Portugal. The Portuguese pedigree book was then established in 1932 and the breed standard in 1938. For at least a thousand years, this dog always had the same square head, triangular ears and compact look.

    Photo: ยซPortuguese Retrieverยป during the Dog World Show in Poznaล„. by Pleple2000, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

    Physical characteristics

    The Portuguese Pointer comes in average proportions, straight, good guy, robust but with a harmonic conformation allied to the manifest elasticity of the movements.

    The head is proportionate in relation to the body, well shaped and harmonious; seems to be big on the set. A little thick, However, it is neither bony nor thick and has loose and thin skin.

    The coat is short and thick in most dogs., with a velvety texture on the ears and face .

    Yellow in light varieties, common and dark, solid or white spotted on the head, the neck, chest and footwear.

    In males, the height at the withers is 52 to 60 centimeters, the weight is 20 to 27 kg. In females the height is 48 to 56 centimeters and the weight is 16 to 22 kg.

    Character and skills

    Portuguese Pointer
    An image of a โ€œPortuguese Retrieverโ€, a Portuguese hunting dog breed. The animal in the photo had 11 years when it was photographed.

    The Portuguese Pointer he is an extremely gentle and affectionate dog, with great delivery capacity and very resistant. It is quiet, very sociable and a bit petulant in relation to other dogs. Works with vivacity and persistence and is curious by nature. He always keeps in touch with his hunter.

    He moves with an easy step and is graceful. It is versatile in its function and very adaptable to various terrains, climates and types of hunting.

    Extremely affectionate and very attached to children, it is also a very submissive dog. Can, for lack of education, do not obey gestures or orders. But, it's easy to train.

    Health

    The Portuguese Pointer has an average life expectancy of 14 years. It is considered a hardy breed with no specific health problems.. But, hip dysplasia, lunation of the patella, cancer and autoimmune diseases are potential health problems for dogs of this size.

    Videos "Portuguese Pointer"

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    Main characteristics of the "Portuguese Perdiguero"

    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
    • Group :
    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Group 7: Pointing Dogs. – Section 1: Continental Pointing Dogs. 1.1: Braque Type [simple_tooltip content=โ€™The International Cynological Federation is the largest international federation of Kennel Clubs in the world. It is responsible for governing and promoting cynology, as well as the rules of dog breeding. consists of 95 member countries with their own pedigrees that train their judges. Each country dictates the norms of the native breeds of the same, which they are supported by the FCI. It is based in Thuin, Belgium.']โ“˜[/simple_tooltip]
    • – AKC – Bracco [simple_tooltip content=โ€™The American Kennel Club is a pedigree registry for purebred dogs in the United States. In addition to keeping your pedigree record, this kennel club also promotes and sanctions events …โ€™]โ“˜[/simple_tooltip]

    FCI breed standard "Portuguese Pointer"

    Origin:
    Portugal

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    04.11.2008

    Use:

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    General appearance:

    Extremely kind and affectionate, strong, of great resistance and devotion. Calm and very sociable but somewhat haughty towards other dogs. curious by nature, work with persistence and vivacity. Always an enthusiastic hunting dog, staying in close contact with the hunter.



    Behavior / temperament:

    Extremely kind and affectionate, strong, of great resistance and devotion. Calm and very sociable but somewhat haughty towards other dogs. curious by nature, work with persistence and vivacity. Always an enthusiastic hunting dog, staying in close contact with the hunter.

    Head:

    Proportionate to body size, well built and harmonious in its dimensions. It gives the impression of being bigger than it is. Something big never bony nor fleshy. Loose, thin skin cover without forming wrinkles. Straight in profile and square seen from the front. Converging superior longitudinal craniofacial axes.

    Cranial region:
    • Skull : Square, almost flat in its top line seen from the front and slightly arched in its profile. With a length that should not exceed 6 / 10 of the total length of the head, Therefore it gives us a 60 % cephalic index.
      Seen from the front, the foreface is flat, high, wide and symmetrical, slightly arched in profile. Well-developed superciliary ridges. Wide but not deep front pleat. Barely visible occipital protuberance.
    • Depression links (Stop) : Well defined (90 โ€“ 100ยบ).

    facial region:

    • Truffle : The angle between the bridge of the nose and the upper lip is 90ยบ.. Good conformation nose, well developed with large nostrils, moist and wide open. black.
    • Snout : Rectilinear and horizontal, appropriately wide with the same width throughout its length that is 4 / 10 the length of the head.
    • Lips : Pendulous upper lip, square in profile forming a right angle to the bridge of the nose, semicircular on the edge seen in profile; seen from the front it forms a sharp angle at the lower edge. Upper lip joint is loose, folded corners with drooping edges. Moderate mouth opening with irregular pigmentation of the membranes (Oris), normal occlusion allowing natural overlap of the upper lip.
    • Jaws / Teeth : Healthy, correct, full dentition, scissor bite.
    • Cheeks : Parallel. Barely noticeable retrocommissural fold with complete parotid area (Ej.: Well filled under the ears).

    Eyes : Expressive, happy talk, brown, of a darker color than hair, oval shape tending to be round, big but too much, level insertion completely occupying the orbit. Thin, wide-open eyelids with black pigmentation.

    Ears : Inserted above eye level at the back of the head, pendants, almost flat surface with one or two longitudinal folds when in attention. Triangular, wider at the base than at the tips in a proportion of 2.5 to 1 and with rounded tips. The length of the ears should be slightly longer than the length of the skull. Fine, soft, covered with fine hair, bushy and very short.

    Neck:

    It is straight, slightly arched at the top, not very thick, rather elongated and has a short dewlap along the underside. It should be attached to the head in an elegant way, following an inclination of approximately 90ยฐ; its union to the thorax must be without appreciable transition, so that it constitutes a harmonious and perfect whole.

    Body:

    • top line : Rectilinear, rising slightly from the rump to the withers.
    • Cross : It is not very high.
    • Back : Short, wide, rectilinear and slightly inclined towards the lumbar region, to which it must join without appreciable transition.
    • Pork loin : Short, very wide, very muscular and slightly arched, in perfect union with the rump.
    • Rump : Its amplitude is proportional to the lumb region
    • ar. It has a harmonious conformation and a slightly oblique axis, so it is slightly fallen
    • Breast : It is tall and wide; the broad thoracic cavity should be more developed in depth and length than in width. Descends to the elbow. It is delimited by very wide and well-fitted ribs that draw a well-pronounced curve at the top., imparting to the thoracic cavity the shape and cross section of a front horseshoe, whose lateral faces join below.
    • Bottom line and belly : Slightly elevated from sternum to groin. The thin belly joins the hip forming a circumference; The distance that separates the hip from the last rib gives the flanks a short and well-united appearance.

    Tail:

    • Natural: of medium length exceeding below the hock. Right, middle insertion, thick at the base tapering slightly towards the tip. Well inserted in perfect continuity with the line of the rump. At rest it hangs naturally but never between the thighs. In movement it rises horizontally or slightly above the top line but never vertically or in the shape of a sickle.. Side to side movement.
    • amputee: To cover the genitals without going over them.


    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS : Rights seen from the front and perfectly parallel to the line of the body. Profile view, plumb and giving a general appearance of great stability, support and easy, natural movement.

    • Shoulder : They're long, medium inclination. Well placed and with strong muscles. Scapula โ€“ humerus angle 120ยบ.
    • Arms : They appear attached to the chest. Its length must be in relation to the scapula and the angulation is proportional..
    • Elbows : Separated from the thorax by the armpit, the elbows should be well lowered and clearly outlined, but without convergence, nor divergence in relation to the chest. Radius โ€“ humerus angle 150ยบ.
    • forearms : They are separated from the trunk; they are long, straight and, from the static point of view, They appear clearly perpendicular to the ground, both seen from the front, as in profile.
    • Carpi : In perfect continuity with the forearm.
    • Metacarpus : Widths, slightly oblique and of appropriate length.
    • Previous feet : Proportional to the size of the members, tending to be more round than long but without resembling climbing shoes. Well-shaped fingers, tight, uniform and robust to provide good support. Strong, well-developed pads with a black skin, thick, hard and resistant. Strong nails, hard, preferably black.

    LATER MEMBERS : Plumb seen from behind and perfectly parallel to the line of the body, normal poise seen in profile.
    Thighs: Preferably long, widths, muscular. The gluteus forms a curve, but the least accentuated, long and with somewhat elastic muscles. Hip-femur angle: 95ยบ.

    • Knee : It is located a little below the abdomen, but not very separate from it. It is slightly protruding and somewhat deviated outwards..
    • Femur โ€“ tibia angle: 120ยบ.
    • Leg : Well aligned; Its length is proportional to the length of the thigh. Its obliquity should be in proportion to the inclination of the rump.
    • Hock : It is normally angled and in an appropriate position.. Must be well built, width, and strong. Tibia โ€“ tarsus angle 145ยบ.
    • Metatarsals : They are short, vertical, almost cylindrical, regular size and thin.
    • Rear foot : Identical to the previous one but a little longer.

    Movement:

    With normal steps, easy and elegant. Versatile in its work and adaptable to different terrains, time or sport. The movement is changing between a simple suspended gallop and an extended, rhythmic trot..

    Mantle

    HAIR : It must be short, strong, glued and dense. It's not very soft.
    It is well distributed throughout the body and is almost uniform except in the armpit., in the region of the anus and near the genital parts, where it is sparse and softer. It is fine and flat on the head, especially in the ears, where it is very soft to the touch, as if it were velvet. There is no presence of an internal layer of hairs.

    COLOR : Yellow in shades from light, medium to dark, solid or with white spots on the head, neck, chest, lower extremities of the limbs, under the elbows and hocks and on the tip of the tail if it is not docked.



    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross :

    • Males 56 cm..
    • females 52 cm..

    With a tolerance of 4 cm more or less.

    Weight :

    • Males : 20-27 Kg.
    • females : 16-22 Kg.


    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the above criteria is considered missing and the seriousness is considered to the extent of the deviation to the standard and their effect on the health and welfare of the dog.

    โ€ข Behavior : Shyness
    โ€ข Head : skull relationship / snout slightly different from 6/4. Strait. Pronounced occipital Protuberance. Very developed frontal sinus. Pronounced front crease. Presence of wrinkles.
    โ€ข Nose: Any other color that is not black.
    โ€ข muzzle: short or long.
    โ€ข Lips: Non-square upper lip. Non-perceptible commissure. Incorrect pigmentation of mucous membranes.
    โ€ข Jaws / Teeth: Bite in clamp.
    โ€ข Eyes: Small, clear, expressionless, too round.
    โ€ข Ears: Middle insertion, very big or very small, pointed edges.
    โ€ข Neck: Too short. No double chin or too much double chin.
    โ€ข Body: insufficient breast development.
    โ€ข Cola: Too short if it is natural, insertion too low or with an atypical bearing. (vertical or sickle-shaped)-
    โ€ข Limbs and Feet: Tilted in or out, open foot.
    โ€ข For the: Soft.

    SEVERE FAULTS

    โ€ข Behavior : too shy.
    โ€ข Head: skull relationship / very different snout 6 / 4. Stop visible only, Parallel upper facial skull axes.
    โ€ข muzzle: Tilted.
    โ€ข Eyes: Inclined. Squint. (look this / West, crossed)
    โ€ข Ears: Fleshy, low insertion excessive folds.
    โ€ข Body: Saddled or saddled top line. Croup too inclined. Leather too long, round chest. Agalgado.
    โ€ข For the: White spots outside the limits described by the standard.
    โ€ข Size: Below or above established limits.

    MISS PLAYOFFS

    โ€ข Behavior : Aggressive or fearful dog.
    โ€ข Head : Atypical head with convex snout, too wide or too cut, very narrow skull. Divergent upper facial skull longitudinal axes.
    โ€ข Nose : Total absence of pigmentation.
    โ€ข Jaws : Upper or lower prognathism.
    โ€ข Eyes : uneven eyes, both in the form, as in size. Eyes gazeos, congenital blindness...
    โ€ข Deafness : Congenital or acquired.
    โ€ข Body : Completely atypical showing signs of some crossbreeding with another breed.
    โ€ข For the : Different from the characteristic of the breed.
    โ€ข Color : albinism, any other color than described above.

    Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..



    N.B.:

    Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Perdigueiro Portuguรชs, Portuguese Pointer Dog (English).
    2. Perdigueiro Portugais (French).
    3. Perdigueiro Portuguรชs, Portugiesisch (German).
    4. Perdigueiro portuguรชs (Portuguese).
    5. (Perdigueiro Portuguรชs en portuguรฉs) (espaรฑol).

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    Portuguese Podengo
    Portugal FCI 94 . Primitive type - Hunting Dogs

    Origin: Portugal
    Character: Loving and vivacious
    Weight: 4 to 20 Kg
    Height: 16 to 70 cm.
    Life expectancy: 12 - 14 years

    Podenco Portuguรฉs

    The Portuguese Podengo is a breed of dog that is in danger of extinction.

    Content

    History

    The Portuguese Podengo It is considered one of the oldest dogs breeds, that has its origins in the Phoenicians, cultural matrix of which descend the Portuguese. It is a native breed of Portugal, with great skills for hunting, but also surveillance, It is commonly used on farms to alert of the presence of intruders.

    The great family of the hound race, specialists in the topic raised it was in Portugal where most subjected to crossing and as a result, branched lineage. Within their ancestors argue that perhaps the closest the Ibizan Hound, and various types of dogs of traces of lived (They inhabit) throughout the Mediterranean area. Like all hound dogs, History shows that they are represented in Egyptian paintings of thousands of years ago.

    according to size, There are three varieties of Portuguese Hound, Grand, Small and medium, being each variety, products of the different crossing, over time.

    It is believed that the great variety has emerged the variety of Portuguese Podengo small and medium, the ancestor of the Grande variety is the Pharaoh Hound spread from North Africa to the Iberian Peninsula. Although other authors raise that it is possible that the hound descends from the small Iberian wolves. There is still controversy...

    Although one of the theories suggests that the Medium Portuguese Podenco arises, of different Podenco dogs from North Africa, The most accepted theory is that this variety, directly descended from the Portuguese Podengo Grande.

    The small Portuguese Hound, sometimes described as a Chihuahua heavier (There is no kinship between these two races), often collaborate in the tasks of hunting with their larger peers, what this dog does is get into the rabbit hole and scare them so that they come out and are hunted by their pack mates.

    In the North of Portugal today it is still used for hunting rabbits and small vermin. Hunting in a pack or alone. Although this dog can be seen in the rest of the country, its popularity lies in the North of the same.

    Physical characteristics

    As specified above, according to size, There are three varieties of Portuguese Hound, Grand, Medium- and Petit:

    • Portuguese Podengo Grande: It is a very rare variety and is in danger of extinction, especially the smooth variety. They are usually used in packs to hunt large prey such as deer or wild boar.. It is the only Portuguese breed used for wild boar hunting. His cloak can be short and smooth (less common and on the verge of extinction) or rough and long.
    • Portuguese Podengo Medio: It is the fastest of the three varieties, excellent Hunter of rabbits and hares. You can hunt in a pack or alone. Like the great Portuguese Hound, their coats can be smooth or rough and short and long. Of the three varieties this is the most common, and the greatest concentration of these dogs is located in the North of Portugal.
    • Portuguese Podengo Pequeno: Like his brother medium is an excellent Hunter of rabbits and hares. Responsible for getting into the Burrows (Thanks to its size and agility) to drive away prey and be hunted down by his pack mates. The small Portuguese Podengo coat is short and smooth, only.

    The varieties in the fur are related to the inclement weather and adaptation to the same, the smooth-haired variety is more common in northern Portugal, characterized by being a humid area, This soft and smooth coat is necessary because it is dried more easily after wet.

    The variety of hair bristles found in drier areas, where the coat of hair has the function of protecting the dog from the sun's rays and cold weather in winter. Nature is wiseโ€ฆ

    The hair short or long, thick medium and bright. In dogs with long hair and rough, the hairs of the snout are long (Beard). The predominant colors are yellow and the fawn (with its varieties of color clear, to very dark), and diluted or matte black; unicolores with or without white spots or white spotting.

    Their life expectancy is around the 12 or 14 years, and it is a race that is rarely seen outside Portugal.

    In general, is a medium-sized dog, well proportioned, muscular with good bone structure. It has long, narrow head, with moderately wide skull and the pointed snout.

    The ears, large and triangular, they are carried erect. It has eyes expressive and little bulging in orbits, color honey or brown, according to coat color.

    The pigmentation of eyelids is darker that the of the fur. The body is quite long, with ribs moderately arched.

    The tail, is strong and pointed, long and medium length, It is held horizontal or slightly arched in activity.

    Character and skills

    The Portuguese Podengo, It is their three varieties has a cheerful character, intelligent and very sociable with other dogs. They are extremely affectionate with their owners, especially with the children.

    They are very shy with strangers, always alert and constant surveillance of their territory, that makes them good guard dogs, although, It lacks the aggressiveness which may show a watchdog or defence.

    Observations

    Unfortunately, the Portuguese Podengo It is one of the canine breeds that today are found in danger of extinction, even in Portugal. It is not easy to see them out of Portugal.

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    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
    • Group :
    • Section : . .

    Federations:

    • – FCI – Group 5: Spitz-type dogs and primitive type – Section 7: Primitive type - Hunting Dogs. [simple_tooltip content=โ€™The International Cynological Federation is the largest international federation of Kennel Clubs in the world. It is responsible for governing and promoting cynology, as well as the rules of dog breeding. consists of 95 member countries with their own pedigrees that train their judges. Each country dictates the norms of the native breeds of the same, which they are supported by the FCI. It is based in Thuin, Belgium.']โ“˜[/simple_tooltip]

    FCI breed standard "Portuguese Podengo"

    Origin:
    Portugal

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    04.11.2008

    Use:

    hunting dog, guard and companion dog



    General appearance:

    Quadrangular pyramidal head, erect ears, sickle-shaped tail, well proportioned with a solid build and well muscled. Very loving and intelligent, sober and rustic. It comes in three sizes with two varieties of hair: smooth and wired.

    IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS:

    Podenco Grande y Medio: Almost square (midline sub) with large to medium substance respectively.
    Length of the body in relation to the height at the withers: 11 / 10 and depth of chest with respect to the height at the withers 1 / 2.

    Little Podenco: Body somewhat longer than tall (long sub), small in stature. The length of the body is somewhat greater than its height at the withers in a proportion โ€“ length of the body / height to the cross: 6 / 5.
    chest depth / height to the cross: 1 / 2.

    In all varieties the length of the snout is less than the length of the skull.



    Behavior / temperament:

    Podenco Grande: Used for hunting big game.

    Podenco Medio: Also known as Warren Hound, his natural aptitude as a rabbit hunter is well known. Hunt alone or in a pack.

    Little Podenco: Used to search for rabbits in burrows and rocks.

    All varieties are used as guard and companion dogs..

    Head:

    Thin, in the form of a quadrangular pyramid trunk. Its base is wide and its quite pointed end. The upper longitudinal axes skull facial differ.

    Cranial region:
    • Skull: Annoying. The profile is almost straight. The eyebrows are prominent. The frontal furrow is little pronounced. The handset inter space is horizontal and the back of the head is prominent.
    • Depression front naso (Stop): Little pronounced.

    facial region:

    • Nose: Thin. Se adelgaza y es truncada en forma oblicua; is prominent in its end. Its color is darker than the coat.
    • Nose cane: Rounded cross section; straight profile. It is shorter than the length of the skull and wider at the base than at its tip.
    • Lips: Are well applied to each other. They are fine, strong and well straight.
    • Jaws/teeth: Normal, scissor bite, with solid and white teeth. The two jaws have a regular opposition. Complete dentition in the large variety.
    • Cheeks: Thin or placed oblique views of front.
    • Eyes: They are expressive and little bulging in orbits. Its colour goes from the honey to Brown, according to coat color. They are small and oblique. The pigmentation of eyelids is darker than the coat.
    • Ears: Insertion oblique and medium. Straight and high mobility are. They are vertical to the front when the dog is alert. They are sharp, and wide at the base. Triangular shape, thin; a height larger than the base and considerable.

    Neck:

    Harmoniously joined with the head and trunk. It is straight, long, provided, strong and well muscled. It presents no Chin.

    Body:

    • top line: It is straight, level.
    • Cross: Only slightly visible in relation to the neck and back.
    • Back: Straight. It is long.
    • Pork loin: Straight. It is wide and muscled.
    • Rump: Medium length. It is wide and muscled; straight, or little fall.
    • Breast : Breastwork muscular and low protrusion. It is not very broad. deep chest, medium-amplitude up to the level of the elbows. It is long, with the sternum inclined backwards and upwards. Ribs well arched and bent.
    • Belly and flanks: Thin; slightly agalgados.
    • bottom line: It is slightly high.

    Tail:

    Natural. Set rather high. It is strong, thick and pointy; medium length. During rest it falls between the buttocks, to the hock and is slightly curved. When the dog is moving rises horizontally, slightly arched, or folded vertically in the form of Scythe, Although never screwed.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS: Seen from the front and profile are appropriate limbs. They are muscular and thin.

    • Shoulder: Long, inclined, strong and muscular well, scapula โ€“ humerus angle of approximately 100ยบ.
    • Elbows: Parallel to the main line of the body.
    • Forearm: Vertical; long and muscled.
    • Carpo: Delgado, is not prominent.
    • Metacarpus: Strong; short, little oblique.
    • Front feet: Rounded. Long toes, strong, together, and well arched. Fingernails are short and strong, preferably dark. The pads are durable and hard.

    LATER MEMBERS: Seen from the back and side are well Plumb. They are muscular and thin.

    • Thigh: Long; medium-amplitude and well muscled.
    • Knee joint: femur โ€“ tibia angle approximately 135ยบ.
    • Leg: It is oblique, long, thin, strong and muscled.
    • Hock: Medium tall. It is thin and strong. The hock angle is open approximately 135ยบ.
    • Metatarsus: It is strong, short, Spurs and oblique.
    • Rear feet: They are rounded, with long toes, strong, together, and well arched. Fingernails are short and strong, preferably dark. The pads are durable and hard.

    Movement:

    Fast and agile. Lightweight trot.

    Mantle

    SKIN: The mucous membranes are preferably black, or always darker than the coat. The skin is thin and stretched.

    HAIR: Two varieties. The hair is short or long, medium-thick. The hair is smooth when it is short, or rough when long. Short hair is more abundant than the long hair.
    In dogs with long hair and rough, the hairs of the snout are long (Beard). There is no presence of an internal layer of hairs.

    COLOR: The predominant colors are yellow and the fawn (with its varieties of color clear, to very dark), and diluted or matte black); unicolores with or without white spots or white spotting.
    In the small hound the following colors are accepted but are not preferred: black, Brown with or without white markings, or white with spots of these colors.



    Size and weight:

    Height to the cross:

    • Petit: 20 โ€“ 30 cm..
    • Medium: 40 โ€“ 54 cm..
    • Grand: 55 โ€“ 70 cm..

    Weight:

    • Petit: 4 โ€“ 6 Kg.
    • Medium: 16 โ€“ 20 Kg.
    • Grand: 20 โ€“ 30 Kg.


    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the above criteria should be considered as missing and the severity of this is considered in proportion to the degree of deviation from the standard and its effect on the health and welfare of the dog.

    • Behavior: Signs of shyness.
    • Snout / Skull: Skull upper longitudinal axes parallel facial.
    • Jaws: Incorrect occlusion or improperly implanted teeth, bite clamp, incomplete dentition in the large variety.
    • Truffle: Partial absence of pigmentation.
    • Neck: Arcuate.
    • Body: Arched top line.
    • Rump: Too steep.
    • Spurs: Its existence is not appreciated.
    • Fur: Silky and / or Undercoat.

    SEVERE FAULTS:

    • Snout / Skull: Upper longitudinal axes convergent facial skull.
    • Truffle: Total absence of pigmentation.
    • Ears: Rounded.
    • Belly: Very agalgado.
    • Tail: Threaded queue.

    MISS PLAYOFFS:

    • Behavior: Aggressiveness or excessive shyness.
    • General aspect: Signs of crossing with a Greyhound (Spanish Hound) or a Perdiguero (Portuguese Braco).
    • Jaws: Improper opposition of the jaws.
    • Eyes: Eyes of different colour (heterochromia).
    • Ears: Bent or folded.
    • Color: Striped, black and tan, Tri-color or totally white.
    • Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities should be disqualified..


    N.B.:

    Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

    TRANSLATION: Rafael Santiago (Puerto Rico).
    Technical review: Miguel Angel Martinez (Federation Cynologique Argentina).

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Portuguese Warren Hound (English).
    2. Podengo portugais, Lรฉvrier portugais (French).
    3. Podengo Portuguรชs (German).
    4. Cรฃo-coelheiro (Portuguese).
    5. Podengo portuguรชs (espaรฑol).

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    Castro Laboreiro Dog
    Portugal FCI 170 - Molossoid . Mountain

    Origin: Portugal
    Character: Protector and guardian
    Weight: 25 to 40 kg
    Height: 55 to 64 cm.
    Life expectancy: 12 - 15 years

    Perro de Castro Laboreiro

    The Castro Laboreiro Dog It is an excellent guard dog and companion

    Content

    History

    The Castro Laboreiro Dog (Cรฃo de Castro Laboreiro) It is a breed of Portuguese dog of large size. Originating in the parish of Castro Laboreiro, Melgaรงo, is a dog type Lupoid amastinado is lighter than other breeds of cattle dogs.

    The Castro Laboreiro Dog it has its origin in the region that gave it its name, the people of Castro Laboreiro, in the municipality of Melgaรงo. It is a rugged mountainous region that stretches from the Miรฑo river to the Peneda and Soajo mountains between the Trancoso rivers, Laboreiro and moro, until around 1400 m above sea level.

    Like the dog, Castro Laboreiro is one of the oldest regions of the land of Portugal. The prehistoric remains such as dolmens and rock paintings, They demonstrate the presence of man in the region for thousands of years. The strengths are evidence of the strong presence of Celtic culture in the region. Also the Celts and the Romans came here, the roman roads and the construction of bridges with their landmarks. The castrejas communities have always lived of hunting, fishing, grazing and agriculture.

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    Estrela Mountain Dog
    Portugal FCI 173 - Molossoid . Mountain

    Origin: Portugal
    Character: Protective and loyal
    Weight: Approx.. 50Kg
    Height: 65 to 72 cm.
    Life expectancy: 10 - 12 years

    Estrela Mountain Dog

    The Estrela Mountain Dog is a big dog, rough lines and powerful appearance

    Content

    History

    The Dog of the Sierra de la Estrela (Cรฃo da Serra da Estrela) It is a breed of dog native of Portugal, in the mountainous region that bears the same name. It has all the qualities required in this wild region, is intelligent, loyal and brave.

    There are those who hold the theory that they were introduced to Portugal by the Visigoths and slowly to various parts of Europe.. The Estrela Mountain Dog was used mainly- in mountainous areas to accompany shepherds and flocks on their annual migrations, defending the wolves and thieves.

    It is believed that the two varieties of existing hair: short hair and Longhair, they are due to regional variations. Contrary to what might be expected, the warmest region, the region of Manteigas, is where you could find the long-haired dogs, While short hair varieties were most frequent in the North, in Gouveia e Seia. Crosses between these two varieties were frequent.

    In 1934 the standard of the breed was drafted, which was established according to its two varieties of layer. From this point, the cross between two varieties became undesirable. The publication of the rule in 1966 and the recognition of the breed by the FCI, have not brought more popularity to the breed. Over the years 60 and 70, the Portuguese emigrated looking for escape from the regime of poverty. The population of dogs Serra da Estrela declined drastically in that period, but the dedication of some breeders allowed the continuity of the breed.

    Today, the Estrela Mountain Dog is highly requested, especially the variety of long hair. While the variety of short hair was more numerous at the beginning of the last century, is the variety of long hair that stands out, especially for being more eye-catching, stylish, with a larger. This made the breeders will focus primarily on the variety of long hair. Today the short-haired variety is particularly vulnerable and rare..

    Physical characteristics

    The Estrela Mountain Dog is a big dog, rough lines and powerful appearance. The head is huge, rounded and with a stunning skull. It has oval eyes, very expressive, Smart and serene.
    The ears they are small and pendants, covered with a soft skin.

    mastiff-type molosoid, the Estrela Mountain Dog has a broad chest and a slightly drooping rump. The members are strong and muscular. The tail is long, thick and slightly droopy.

    There are two varieties of Estrela Mountain Dog: long hair and short hair. The hair is strong, thick, but not too rough. In some regions it is longer than others, especially in the queue, around the neck and back.

    Only allowed the tawny colors, Lupine and yellow, monochrome or marbled.

    Observations

    Estrela Mountain Dog is a healthy dog, due to the strong natural selection which was exposed. But, There are some diseases of large animals with a higher incidence in this breed. The Dysplasia is one of them, especially that of hip. Due to this trend, owners must use quality diets, not exercise too your dog when he is young, avoid the steep stairs, breaks and slippery floors.

    The variety of long hair they require more maintenance: brushed daily to untangle hair.
    The variety of short hair only needs weekly brushings. Bathing should only be administered, only, When cannot be avoided,Since the protective greasiness of the skin can be damaged by cleaning products.

    Character and skills

    The Estrela Mountain Dog has always been kept with the sheep, While pastor was away from his flock the dog developed an independent organization and this led to his character of excellent guard dog.

    It is also used for self defense and as a dog shot.

    The Estrela Mountain Dog, due to its isolation and difficult access, It has become the home of this breed of dog. His hard hair helps you survive the harsh winters of the region. Each race has its specific character developed throughout its existence, of their own history.

    This more or less independent nature makes this breed adapts well to modern times, where instead of caring won, waits for their owners to return from work at the end of the day. They have a lot of patience.

    The beauty of this dog, his intelligence and strength, are the characteristics that allow him to be in addition to an excellent guard, a good family dog and very tolerant with children.

    Habitat Estrela Mountain Dog

    The Estrela Mountain Dog it's a big dog with a big boost. So, an apartment in the city is not ideal for him. Fluctuations of time and temperature do not bother him much, so you prefer to spend the day outdoors. So, the ideal is a house with a large patio or garden where you can move freely. It also, does not want to do without his long walks. For many other canine sports, requiring reliable obedience, is however hardly suitable due to its obstinacy.

    Nutrition Estrela Mountain Dog

    The Estrela Mountain Dog requires a correspondingly large serving of food, which should also be considered when buying it. Proper dog feeding helps keep it healthy for a long time. Whether one wants to use dry or wet food is a matter of personal preference.. In particular, nutrition during growth, especially in large dogs, sets the course for later life.

    While puppies and adult dogs need enough energy, young dogs need an adapted diet, protein rich, to ensure that your muscles and skeleton grow evenly. If the young dog grows too fast on food that is too high in energy, there is a risk of permanent joint problems and malpositions. It also, It should be noted that all large breeds of dogs are at risk of stomach upset if the daily ration is administered at one time.. So, it is better and healthier to divide the food into at least two servings in the morning and at night and then give the animal a break for digestion.

    Education and care

    Due to the close connection of the Estrela Mountain Dog with humans and their good understanding, good conditions are created for purposeful education. But, the race's own head should not be underestimated. The Hound of the Sierra de la Estrela dog stubbornly reacts to too much hardness in training and the orders he considers meaningless. Therefore, the right key to a successful workout is patience, empathy and a consistent hand. During training special attention should be paid to the tendency to dominate, especially in males.

    Although this is rarely directed against humans, but mainly against other big dogs, can disturb harmonious interaction and, above all, The walking. Ideally, great importance should be given to socialization already in the breeder. You should also practice meeting other dogs as soon as possible after your dog has moved in.. You can learn that other dogs are an enrichment and not a danger and that dominant behavior is not tolerated. In a good dog school you will receive many tips when in doubt, which will facilitate the management of your Dog from the Sierra de la Estrela.

    A lot brushed in the change of coat

    The Estrela Mountain Dog has a dense coat with a lot of undercoat, that adapts to weather conditions. The change of coat is therefore strong in this breed. To facilitate this process for the animal and reduce the amount of dog hair at home, should be brushed sufficiently and correctly, especially during the period. Ideal for this purpose are the special brushes, they can comb the bottom layer. Outside the change of coat phase, brush once a week.. The rest of the preparation is limited to a minimum. Especially if the dog is outside and a lot in the meadows and forests, should be checked regularly for parasites. If required, claws must be shortened with claw pliers.

    Typical health and illnesses

    The Estrela Mountain Dog it is a very robust animal that does not have to fight with the typical diseases of the breed. But, being a very large breed, you may suffer from dysplasia of the hip joint. Breeders recognized by the FCI only use parents that are not affected by this disease for breeding purposes., which also greatly reduces the risk to offspring.

    Estrela Mountain Dog life expectancy

    As a healthy race, the Estrela Mountain Dog reaches an age of 10 to 12 years without difficulty and generally without many visits to the vet. Proper nutrition and parenting are the prerequisites for a long and healthy life.

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    Type and recognitions:

    • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
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    Federations:

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    FCI breed standard "Estrela Mountain Dog"

    Origin:
    Portugal

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    04.11.2008

    Use:

    Herd guard dog, surveillance and companion dog also used in shooting work.



    General appearance:

    The Sierra de la Estrela Dog is a mastiff type. There are two varieties of hair: long and short. Rustic, of much substance with a strong movement and stunning attitudes.

    The breed has a cheerful look, calm and expressive. Well proportioned, morphologically perfect, compact and rustic; The harmony of the whole is remarkable and demonstrates an ethnic purity of ancient races of the past.

    IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS :

    Medium long (long sub) tending to the middle line. Depth of chest is less than half of its height at the withers. The muzzle and the skull should be approximately the same length, If that is not the case, the skull should be slightly longer.



    Behavior / temperament:

    Inseparable companion of the pastor and faithful guardian of the herd protect against predators and thieves. Excellent dog guard farms and households, distrustful of strangers and typically docile towards its master.

    Head:

    Strong, voluminous. It is elongated and slightly convex profile view. Well positioned and provided to the body, the same as the relationship that keep the skull and facial, accentuate the harmony of the whole. Smooth skin over the skull and cheeks.

    Cranial region:
    • Skull: Well developed, rounded skull facial longitudinal top spindles slightly divergent. Convex profile, superciliary arches slightly developed with a slightly apparent frontal fold. No prominent occipital protrusion.
    • Depression links (Stop) : Slightly pronounced, located at a more or less equal distance between the end of the nose and the occipital Protuberance.

    facial region:

    • Truffle: Straight and aligned with the nasal bridge, well open Windows, big and black.
    • Snout: Elongate, slimming progressively towards the tip of the nose, but do not be sharpened. Almost straight nose cane, Although slightly hooked at the end.
    • Lips: Well developed but not thick, well bonded without tilting.  The mucous membranes of the mouth and palate, as well as the very pigmented black edge of the lips.
    • Jaws / Teeth: Well-defined mouth with well-developed jaws, full dentition with strong teeth, White and well implemented and good occlusion. Preferably bite in scissors, accepting bite on clamp.

    Eyes: Horizontal, oval-shaped, at the level of the head; are medium-sized, aimed at small, symmetrical and wide open, with a calm and alert expression; Dark amber in colour preference. The eyelids are well bonded and pigmented black edges. A little marked eyebrows.

    Ears: Small relative to the rest of the skull, form triangular, thin, rounded at their lower edge, pendants; inserted at a medium height, is tilted back slightly and hang to the sides of the head near the cheeks, revealing a part of your inner side in the base (called Pink ear).

    Neck:

    Straight, short and thick, correctly inserted on the shoulders and with a slight dewlap but not exaggerated.

    Body:

    • top line: Straight. Level.
    • Back: Short preferably, well muscled.
    • Pork loin: Lumbar region wide, short, muscular and properly inserted to the rump.
    • Rump: Slightly inclined, short, broad and muscled. The height at the Croup should be equal to or slightly greater than the height at the withers.
    • Breast : Rounded, without being cylindrical, broad, long and well descended.
    • bottom line: The bottom line should gradually and gently rise from the sternum to the groin, not too wide belly, in proportion to the substance of the animal and harmoniously connected with the body.

    Tail:

    Robust, long, whose tip reaches the tibio-tarsal joint when the dog is standing or at rest. It is thick in the shape of a ยซ scimitar ยป, inserted at a medium height, well covered with stripes on the variety of long hair and hair ; is a hook at the end. The tail is carried below the horizontal line and falls naturally between the thighs when the dog is at rest. ; When stimulated or in action, it is carried higher than the horizontal line, forming an upward curvature., Go ahead, to the sides or down.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS: Plumb, with bones and joints strong, fairly open with unrestricted movement angles.

    • Forearm:  Straight, parallel, long, with strong bone and always cylindrical in shape.
    • Previous foot: Provided, never too round or too long, I in between a Jack's foot and a foot of Hare (not open), thick, fingers tightened with abundant hair between fingers, dark nails, preferably black, well developed, pads thick and hard.

    LATER MEMBERS : Plumb, with bones and joints strong, fairly open with unrestricted movement angles.

    • Hock: Somewhat low, average opening, never leaning in or out.
    • Metatarsus: Vertical, always cylindrical in shape. Possible presence of single or double spur.
    • Rear foot: Identical to the previous foot.

    Movement:

    Normal and light.

    Mantle

    HAIR: Fur: Strong, very abundant, slightly thick, without excessive hardness with texture similar to the goat hair. The subhair is composed of a thin hair, short, abundant and matted. Usually lighter than outer hair color.

    • Long hair variety: Exterior smooth or slightly wavy hair, I uneven and some areas. In the Member, Below the elbows and legs it is shorter and thicker, as well as above the head., ears is gradually shorter from base to tip, being more thin and more soft. It is longest on the queue, where is well thick, thick and long hair. Around the neck and throat and on the thighs abundant long hair as well as on the sides of the forearm.
    • Variety short hair: Short hair, evenly distributed over the body, somewhat shorter on the head and members without having hair longer.

    COLOR

    The following colors are accepted and considered typical:

    •  Solid: yellow, Fawn and grey in all ranges of intensity of color;
    •  Wolf Gray: leonado, yellow and grey tones, usually with shaders more light and dark.
    • Striped: leonado, yellow or gray as a base with a black Brindle color.

    In the craniofacial area a dark mask is typical.

    White spots are allowed only on the limbs or feet before and after and a very small extension on the lower region of the neck and chest.



    Size and weight:

    • Males : 65 to 73 cm..
    • females : 62 to 69 cm..

    Tolerance + 2 cm..

    WEIGHT :

    • Males: 45 โ€“ 60 Kg.
    • females: 35 โ€“ 45 Kg.


    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

    • Appearance: Poor overall appearance, thinness or obesity.
    • Height: Outside the limits of the standard but with a tolerance of 2 cm.. of the upper limit.
    • Very narrow head, long and pointed.
    • Eyes: color clear.
    • Ears: incorrectly inserted, very long fleshy or round. Hanging completely flat.
    • Tail: Port on the back. Absence of hook.
    • Color: Absence of dark mask.

     SEVERE FAULTS

    • Behavior: Animals that show signs of shyness or nervousness.
    • Tail: Amputated or rudimentary.
    • Truffle: Pale nostrils, Truffle partially nonpigmented.
    • Ears: Amputee.
    • Fur: Other than described above.
    • Height:
    • Males :  Below the 65 cm.. or above 75 cm..
    • females: Below the 62 cm.. or above 71 cm..

    MISS PLAYOFFS

    • Behavior:  Aggressive or too shy.
    • Typicity: Atypical.
    • Head: Too narrow, very long and very sharp, total absence of molosser type.
    • Jaws: Prognathism or enognatismo.
    • Eyes: Eyes of different colour or different size.
    • Tail: Anurismo.
    • Fur: Completely different hair than typical.
    • Color:  Any other color not mentioned in the standard. albinism.

    Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified.



    N.B.:

    โ€ข Males must have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
    โ€ข Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Portuguese Shepherd (English).
    2. Chien de montagne portugais (French).
    3. Serra da Estrela Berghund (German).
    4. Perro de la sierra de la Estrela (Portuguese).
    5. Perro de la Sierra de la Estrela (espaรฑol).

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    Portuguese Sheepdog (Cรฃo da Serra de Aires)
    Portugal FCI 93 . Sheepdogs

    Origin: Portugal
    Character: Protector and guardian
    Weight: 12 to 18 Kg
    Height: 42 to 55 cm.
    Life expectancy: 12 - 13 years

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    The Portuguese Sheepdog has an excellent herd instinct, always ready to take care of the goats

    Content

    History

    The Portuguese Sheepdog has nearly 100 years.

    This hairy, use livestock and guardian of the plains of the Portugal South may descend from the Berger de Brie, imported by the conde de Castro Guimarรฃes and which in turn bred with local mountain dogs.

    Despite the similarities with the Berger de Brie and the Catalan Sheepdog, there is no reliable evidence to suggest a direct line of descent.

    During the greater part of the last century, the Portuguese Sheepdog was the companion of the shepherds in southern Portugal, but in the Decade of 1970 was almost extinct.

    Fortunately, the beauty of your fur and your docile predisposition came to knowledge of the breeders. Today, many owners in Portugal are owners of this breed and their future is assured..

    Although he is practically unknown outside his native country, This dog of woolly appearance is a class dog, worthy of greater international recognition.
    Owners say these โ€œcuteโ€ little dogs, nicknamed for their peculiar appearance and picturesque expression, have been part of farming and family life for a very long time. As with many working breeds, the ability to work was more important than the appearance, and the standard was not set up to 1930.

    Recognition: CKC, FCI, NKC, APRI, ACR, DRA

    Physical characteristics

    The fur of the < is long and smooth, with a light ripple. Do not have a background layer.

    The colors We accept yellow, the brown, the fawn to red and more or less stained gray with red fire. There may be greater or lesser amount of white hairs scattered around the mantle, but never forming stains, except in the chest.

    The previous tips they are symmetrically covered with long hair.
    It has a beard that gives a mature look. The eyes they are round and dark, with a friendly expression. The ears moderate size usually hang on the sides of the cheeks, Although sometimes clipped. Clipping is prohibited in some European countries. Their feet are particularly adaptable to difficult terrain. Their legs they are strong and their chest deep.

    Males can measure of 45 to 55 cm., while females measure of 42 to 52 cm.. The weight must be between 12 and 18 kg.

    The hair is longer on the head giving these dogs a curious and messy bangs.
    It has a head wide and robust, with a prominent nose and strong jaw. The tail, very close from the base, the high boot, it reaches the Hock and tapered.

    Their life expectancy is of 12-13 years.

    Character and skills

    The Portuguese Sheepdog It is one of the smartest Sheepdogs. This is a great dog, joyful, happy and always ready to work. Very loyal, and paired with their own town.

    The Portuguese Sheepdog needs a well-balanced training. It has a above average intelligence and learns quickly and easily, but he can be stubborn and dominant if they feel that their owners do not have the same mentality. So, It has always been a challenge for pastors. Trained once, This is the dog more reliable an owner may have. It requires educators safe and strong. These dogs can live with other animals, Although some males may try to dominate other males. They can live happily with other pets, provided that they have been properly socialized.

    The Portuguese Sheepdog is usually patient with children, but the males, in particular, they can be very possessive within its territory. This race is reserved with strangers and they do a good job as a watchdog.

    It is very good Shepherd with cattle, that will tirelessly defend. These dogs are known for their fast attitude, intelligent and are particularly good to bringing back stray dogs. They love its owner above all on Earth. Not usually bite unless cause you.

    Characteristics "Portuguese Sheepdog (Cรฃo da Serra de Aires)"

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    Type and recognitions:

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    FCI breed standard "Portuguese Sheepdog (Cรฃo da Serra de Aires)"

    Origin:
    Portugal

    Date of publication of the valid original standard:
    04.11.2008

    Use:

    Guard and herding dog on ranches.



    General appearance:

    It is a medium-sized dog, sublongilinear. Appreciable rusticity and sobriety, extremely agile and fast with a wide and suspended movement. Long hair with goat-like texture without undercoat. It has the appearance and attitudes of an ape, which is why it is known in this region as the โ€œmonkey dog.โ€.



    IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS: The length of the body is approximately 10% greater than his height at the withers. Chest depth is less than 50 % the height at the withers. The length of the muzzle is 2/3 the length of the skull, the width of the skull is slightly less than its length.



    Behavior / temperament:

    Exceptionally intelligent and very affectionate. He is very dedicated to the shepherd and the cattle he cares for; stay away from strangers and keep watch at night. Nowadays he is also an excellent companion dog., sport and guard. It is highly prized for its ability to keep herds on pasture and to search for escaped animals.. It is alert and vigilant in the presence of predators. The breed is very devoted to its shepherd and his cattle. His work is done with pleasure and pleasure.

    Head:

    Medium-sized (mesocefรกlica), strong, wide; is not long, or large.

    Cranial region:
    • Skull: With a tendency to be square, slightly longer that wide, divergent longitudinal axes of the skull and the muzzle, convex on both axles but more laterally. Supercilii arc is not prominent. Front Groove pronounced stretching towards the middle of the antecara, the areas between the ears are flat with an apparent occipital Protuberance.
    • Depression links: Well defined.

    facial region:

    • Truffle : Well defined, slightly elevated ; the Windows are wide. It is rounded, cylindrical and truncated almost vertically. Preferably black, It can be liver color in yellow or brown animals but it should always be a darker color than the coat..
    • Nose cane: It is short; measured around 2/3 the length of the skull. Almost cylindrical ; the width should be proportional to its length and form. Rectilinear profile, or slightly concave.
    • Lips: Together, non-overlapping. They are thin, firm, almost straight cut. The edges of the same color of the truffle. 
    • Jaws: They have a normal development. Both jaws are in perfect opposition. Complete dentition of 42 teeth white and solid. Scissor bite, accepted a bite in Clip.
    • Eyes: Medium-sized, rounded, preferably color dark but can be Hazel or brown amber color in yellow animals, level without being prominent placement. friendly expression, Intelligent but docile, horizontal, eyelids black or always darker than the hair color and according to the colour of the nose.
    • Ears: High implementation; they are falls, and not bent, When not have been cut off; they are straight when they have been cut off. They have a triangular shape. Thin and soft skin. Medium-sized from the same long than broad (About 10 cm.).

    Neck:

    It joins harmoniously the head and trunk. It is straight and slightly ascending ; supplied thickness. It is not a double chin.

    Body:

    • The top line : Straight or slightly inclined.
    • Cross : Strong, harmoniously combined with the neck and back.
    • Back : Straight or slightly sloping and long. Well muscled, usually twice the length of the spine.
    • Pork loin : Short and arched seen profile; wide and curved, seen from the front, strong muscles and well attached to the back and rump.
    • Rump : Some prominent and slightly inclined, soft, long and half-width, strong muscles.
    • Breast : Up to the height of the elbows, bandwidth and average depth, ribs slightly arched with an oval to leaning back rib cage. The sill is prominent, wide well back and wide.
    • Belly and flanks : Uniformly and slightly ascending.

    Tail:

    High insertion, sharp, arriving at the height of the paw, tapering from the base. Long and covered with abundant hair. When the dog is in motion it is the extension of the top line or it may curve slightly on the top line but never curve on the back.

    Tips

    PREVIOUS MEMBERS: Strong, well aplomados seen from front and profile, and separate, the distance from the cross to the elbows is slightly smaller than the elbow to the ground.

    • Shoulder: Medium length with a 45ยบ inclination, good muscular, scapula and humerus placed at a 90ยบ angle.
    • Arm: Strong and medium length placed at a 45ยบ angle, good muscular.
    • Elbows: Parallels, close to the chest and with a humerus angle โ€“ radius of 135ยบ.
    • Forearm: Long, vertical and well muscled with bones of medium thickness.
    • Carpo: Delgado. It is not prominent.
    • Metacarpus: Normal size and medium length. From top to bottom, and back forward, is not very inclined.
    • Pies: Rounded, not crushed. The fingers are long and together, with a curve. The nails are long, black and strong, or darker than the coat. The pads are thick and tough.

    LATER MEMBERS: Medium width, aplomados seen from front or back, strong giving a perfect impression of strength and agility.

    • Thighs: Medium length and amplitude; good muscular. Hip-femur angle of approximately 105ยบ.
    • Knee joint: Straight view back without leaning neither in nor out. Femur โ€“ tibia angle approximately 130ยบ.
    • Leg: Little inclined; long and well muscled. Strong bones.
    • Tarsus(Hock) : medium width, low placement, strong and slim. Tibia โ€“ tarsus angle approximately 120ยบ.
    • Metatarsus: Normal size, although strong; medium length. It is not very inclined top down, and from front to back. There may be single and double Spurs.
    • Pies: Identical to previous feet in all its aspects.

    Movement:

    Predominantly moves in a lightweight and suspended trot with powerful. The Gallop, When the work required, is energetic.

    Mantle

    • SKIN: Thick, flexible, not too tight. The mucous internal and external are preferably Pigmented.
    • COAT : Smooth or slightly wavy, the goat hair forming a long beard longer with a somewhat rough texture preferably type, whiskers and eyebrows but not covering eyes, thick and evenly distributed on the body including the interdigital spaces. Thickness means without Undercoat or fluff hair. Very long hair on his head, body and members, including the interdigital spaces.
    • HAIR COLOR: The colors are yellow, brown, grey, reddish and Grey Wolf; with light and dark varieties, and more or less marked fire black, with or without white hairs mixed, but never show white spots, except for a small spot in the pectoral region.
    • Skin : The mucous internal and external are preferably Pigmented; the skin is not too stretched.


    Size and weight:

    • In males : of 45 to 55 cm..
    • In females : of 42 to 52 cm..

    WEIGHT :

    • Males and females: 17 to 27 kg.


    Fouls:

    Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation from the standard and its effect on the health and well-being of the dog..

    SEVERE FAULTS

    • Behavior: Specimens showing nervousness or unbalanced temperament.
    • Jaws: Incorrect implantation of teeth, absence of two premolars (Except PM1)
    • Little marked links depression.
    • Nose is pointed.
    • Overlapping lips, or pendulums.
    • light eyes, small, or non-round, u oblique.
    • Bent or rose-shaped ears.
    • Too narrow banister.
    • Breast : shallow, flat rib cage.
    • Concave upper trunk line, or too steep.
    • Horizontal Croup, or too much fall.
    • Bottom line too thin.
    • Tips: anterior or posterior foot inclined, Garron of cow. Not too straight hind legs.
    • Very low insertion queue, short, or curled over the back when the dog is at rest.
    • White nails.
    • Little wire-haired, or not long enough.
    • Large white patch on the chest region. Fire-coloured stains not defined.
    • Movement: not wide enough, not suspended, elbows out, Paw too together.

    MISS PLAYOFFS

    • Behavior: Aggressiveness or excessive shyness.
    • General appearance: Lymphatic, Lightweight bones. Severe deviations from the important proportions
    • Narrow and long head.
    • flat skull, round, Strait
    • Low-set ears, too separate, erect semi erect or.
    • Nasal helm that presents a convex profile.
    • Jaws: prognathism or inferior, absence of more than two premolars (except PM1).
    • Pigmentation: Total absence of pigmentation in truffle, eyelids, lips (albinism).
    • Amputated tail, or lack thereof of birth.
    • Short hair, curly or with presence of Undercoat.
    • Color: White at the ends of the members. Absence of stain color fire in Brown adult, grey or black.
    • Movement: Too rengueo or heavy, with severe deviations in previous members, weakness.
    • Size: Above or below established limits.

    Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities should be disqualified..



    N.B.:
    • Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

    TRANSLATION : IRIS Carrillo (Federation Canรณfila de Puerto). 

    Technical review: Miguel Angel Martinez (Federation Cynologique Argentina).

    Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

    Alternative names:

    1. Monkey dog, Cรฃo da Serra de Aires (English).
    2. Berger de la Serra de Aires, CHIEN DE BERGER DE LA SERRA DE AIRES (French).
    3. PORTUGIESISCHER SCHร„FERHUND (German).
    4. Serra-d’aires (Portuguese).
    5. Perro de pastor portuguรฉs (espaรฑol).

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    Cattle dog
    Cattle Dogs according to the FCI

    Origin: United States, Switzerland, Belgium, Australia, Portugal
    Character: protector and companion
    Weight: Variable
    Height: Variable
    Life expectancy:

    Boyero

    Content

    Known by the name of Sennenhund dog a number of breeds of dog traditionally have been used for the management and conduct of cattle.

    The FCI classifies the breeds of cattle dogs into two different groups based on their physiognomy.
    In Group I, Section 2, He placed Sennenhund dogs Lupoid appearance (similar to a Wolf) and in Group II, Section 3, to the trotting of mountain.

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    Warren hound breeds
    Italia Espaรฑa Portugal Grecia Francia Tรบnez Malta Warren hound

    Origin: Italy, Spain, Portugal, Greece, France, Tunisia, Malta
    Character: --
    Weight: --
    Height: --
    Life expectancy:

    Razas de Podenco

    The different "Podenco Breeds" are characterized by being little barkers., extremely clever and agile for hunting.

    Content

    It is called Warren hound to a type of hunting dog of ancient origins. There are several breeds today throughout the entire Mediterranean: is believed to be the origin of these modern breeds in old Egypt (specifically in the Tesem race) and that the dogs were broadcast by the Mediterranean coast by the Phoenicians. Its appearance slightly recalls a Jackal or the image of the Egyptian Dios Anubis.

    Various genetic studies carried out in recent years have come to the conclusion that contrary to the widespread belief that the Podenco is a type of primitive dog imported a few 3.000 the area of middle years, These dogs actually have a close genetic relationship with the rest of the European hunting dogs and are no more "primitive" than most of them..

    The Federation Cynologique Internationale brings together the Podencos within section 7 (ยซPrimitive type โ€“ Hunting dogsยป) Group v, the Pharaoh Hound which in its place of origin is used for rabbit hunting is not included in this section, If not in the section 6 (ยซPrimitive typeยป).

    Podenco breeds recognized by the FCI

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    Not recognized by the FCI

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    Other races, Despite not being recognized by the FCI, they have morphological and usage characteristics typical of Podencos., are:

    According to the Dictionary of the Royal Spanish Academy, the difference between Greyhound, Lebrel and poodle is based on the following definitions:

    • Greyhound: Lightweight dog breed, with small head, large eyes, the pointed snout, the ears are thin and hanging, the slim body and neck, the long legs and tail.
    • Sighthound: Variety of dog that is distinguished by having an upper lip and drooping ears, the strong muzzle, straight back, the long body and legs removed back. It was given this name for being very suitable for hunting hares.
    • Warren hound: The somewhat lower body, but more robust than the hound, with round head, the ears stiff, straight back, moderately long hair, the coiled tail and hands and feet small, but very strong. It is little barking and extremely shrewd and Agile for hunting, by its great view, smell and resistance.

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