Choose a Sapsali if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Portuguese Podengos make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Korea

Portugal

Unknown

Hound

Unknown

Ancient

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Isabella
Brown
Red
Gray

Black
Gray
Fawn

Sapsalis have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Portuguese Podengos have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Sapsali can have a litter of 11-13 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
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

Muscle Strains
Foot and Toenail Injuries

Entropion
Distichiasis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat
Third Eye (Cherry Eye)

Eye Injuries

Skin Evaluation
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Eye and Ear Examination

Eye Examination
Yearly Physical Examination

Sapsalis are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Portuguese Podengos' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Sapsalis need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Portuguese Podengos require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Sapsali dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Portuguese Podengos bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

K9 Nosework

Walking, Cuddling

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Sapsali, it's at least 7 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.

Sapsalis require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Ideally, Sapsali should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Portuguese Podengo should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 35-60 pound (16 - 27 kg) Sapsali feed 2.5 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.

Sapsalis are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Portuguese Podengos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Sapsalis are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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