The smooth-coated varieties shed a moderate amount and simply need occasional brushing to remove dead hair. Podencos have three different coat types: smooth, long, and wire. Podencos have three types of coats to choose from The largest, the Ibizan, weighs up to 66 lbs and stands up to 28 inches tall The average life expectancy for Podencos is between 12-14 years with the smaller varieties living slightly longer. Medium-sized Podencos such as the Canarian average around 44-55 lbs and stand around 21 inches tall. The small varieties range in weight from 18-25 lbs and measure about 13 inches tall. The small Maneto variety resembles a Dachshund with its short, stout legs and long body but it has the face and erect ears of the larger hounds. Due to their differences in size, height and weight also vary. Podencos vary widely in size and are classed as either small, medium, or large. Marley and Rita show the size differences among Podencos. The seven recognized varieties include:Įven though there are breed distinctions, many adopted dogs are simply referred to as Podencos since it can be difficult to determine their lineage. The American Kennel Club recognizes the Ibizan Hound (Podenco Ibicenco) but the other six are solely recognized by the Spanish Kennel Club. In Spain, there are seven recognized variations. Much like how Pit Bull refers to a range of different breeds, there are many different types of Podencos. Podenco puppy Nata enjoying a day in the park (credit: Ana V.
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