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There
are three types of Podengos: Podengo Grande, Podengo Medio and
Podengo Pequeno. Within each type are two varieties: smooth-coated
and wire-haired.
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The
Grande, or largest, is almost extinct and is used in wild boar
hunting.
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Photographer:
Kent Standerford
The
Podengo Pequeno, the smallest of the Podengos, was also in danger of
becoming extinct. In the 1960’s, under the careful guidance and
direction of Podengo Pequeno aficionados in Portugal, it began to experience
a comeback.
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Most
likely introduced to Portugal by the Phoenicians, its first pictorial
representations are found in the Roman ruins in Conimbriga (Portugal)
on mosaics and medallions.
King
D. Sancho I |
It’s
first written reference is in 1199 AD, during the reign of Portugal’s
King D. Sancho I. To this day, the Podengo retains the characteristics
of its early ancestors and has a low incidence of inherited diseases
or disorders.
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The
Podengo is hardy, intelligent, lively and friendly. An adaptable,
happy dog, the Podengo thrives indoors or out, in heat or in snow.
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Photographer:
Kent Standerford |
Photographer: Kent
Standerford
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The
Medio, or medium-sized, is a popular dog used for rabbit hunting
and is the logo of the Clube Portugues de Canicultura (Portuguese
Kennel Club).
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Photographer:
Kent Standerford
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