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Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon Comparison - Dog breed selector: Portuguese Warren Hound or Pharaoh or Continental Toy Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

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Name Portuguese Podengo Pequeno Pharaoh Hound Papillon
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Portuguese Warren Hound
Podengo Portugues
Pharaoh
Kelb Tal-Fenek
Continental Toy Spaniel
Epagneul Nain
Epagneul Nain Continental
Phalène
Squirrel Dog
Butterfly Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon? Which is the smallest dog, Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon?
Small Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Pharaoh Hound? Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon weight comparison:
9-13 pounds (4-6 kg) 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg) Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
11 pounds (5 kg) 50 pounds (22.5 kg) Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon? Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon height comparison:
8-12 inches (20-31 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (59-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm) Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
10 inches (25.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)

Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $1800-$2000 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon?
Frequent: The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Pharaoh Hound is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.

Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Pharaoh Hound dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon trainability comparison.
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are quite easy to train.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs are easy to train.
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Papillon dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon?
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are average watchdogs.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Papillon dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are average defenders.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon? Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Friendly
Loyal
Lively
Companionable
Active
Playful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Sociable
Trainable
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Pharaoh Hound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon?
Average to High: Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Pharaoh Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon social needs comparison:
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs are a social breed.
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Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Pharaoh Hound is strong enough to escape from home.
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Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon playfulness comparison:
Average: Portuguese Podengo Pequenos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Pharaoh Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Papillon is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon?
Low to Average: The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Pharaoh Hound rarely barks.
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A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon?
Very house-friendly dog the Portuguese Podengo Pequeno breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Pharaoh Hound indoors.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Papillon indoors.

Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Pharaoh Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Pharaoh Hound dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Portuguese Podengo Pequeno bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Pharaoh Hound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Papillon bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Pharaoh Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon mouthiness comparison:
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon health comparison. Which is the healthier: Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon?
Portuguese Podengo Pequenos tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Pharaoh Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon health problems comparison:
No data available No data available Collapsed Trachea
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hypoglycemia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Pharaoh Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon lifespan comparison. How long do Portuguese Podengo Pequeno, Pharaoh Hound and Papillon breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Podengo Pequeno: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Pharaoh Hound: 13 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon? Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon energy level comparison:
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are high-energy dogs.
Pharaoh Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs have an average exercise need.
Pharaoh Hound dogs have an average exercise need.
Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon?
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs don't need too much sleep.
Pharaoh Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon?
1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Pharaoh Hound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity.
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Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon coat comparison:
Wiry
Smooth
Shiny Feathered
Colors
What are the original Portuguese Podengo Pequeno, Pharaoh Hound and Papillon color?
Black
Gray
Red
Fawn
Orange
Gold
Chestnut
Tan
Red
White
Golden
Chestnut
Black
Tan
Red
White
Sable
Lemon
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon? Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Pharaoh Hound requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon? Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or {name3 shedding:
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs shed moderately.
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Pharaoh Hound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Papillon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon?

Medium

The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Pharaoh Hound has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Pharaoh Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Pharaoh Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon? Which dog is more friendly?
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Pharaoh Hound dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon?
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pharaoh Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon?
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Pharaoh Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon?
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Pharaoh Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon?
Yes
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Pharaoh Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
Yes
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Pharaoh Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Portuguese Podengo Pequenos are usually recommended for elderly people.
Pharaoh Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Portuguese Podengo Pequeno or Pharaoh Hound or Papillon? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon?

Not really

Portuguese Podengo Pequeno breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Pharaoh Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Portuguese Podengo Pequeno and Pharaoh Hound and Papillon have?
4-6 puppies 6-8 puppies 2-4 puppies

Portuguese Podengo Pequeno vs Pharaoh Hound vs Papillon Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2013 as a Miscellaneous breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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