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

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

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Portugal

Havanese, Bolognese

Hound

Unknown

Ancient

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

White
Black
Brown
Sable
Gray

Black
Gray
Fawn

Dualaneses have short coats.

Portuguese Podengos have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Dualanese can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Portuguese Podengo can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Portosystemic Shunt

Muscle Strains
Foot and Toenail Injuries

Mitral Valve Disease
Heart Murmur

Eye Injuries

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

Eye Examination
Yearly Physical Examination

Dualaneses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Dualanese dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Portuguese Podengos are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dualanese, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Portuguese Podengo, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dualaneses usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Portuguese Podengos usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Dualanese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Portuguese Podengo is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-14 pound (3 - 6 kg) Dualanese feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 35-66 pound (16 - 30 kg) Portuguese Podengo feed 2.3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Dualanese is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Portuguese Podengo is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Dualanese is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Portuguese Podengo is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Dualaneses are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

The Dualanese is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Portuguese Podengos are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.