United States

Portugal

Bloodhound and Labrador Retriever

Hound

Unknown

Ancient

Hazel
Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
White

Black
Gray
Fawn

Labloodhounds have short coats.

Portuguese Podengos have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Labloodhound can have a litter of 5-10 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.

Gastric Torsion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Muscle Strains
Foot and Toenail Injuries

Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy

Eye Injuries

X-Rays
CT or MRI scan
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Chemical Analysis
Ophthalmic Examination
Physical and Neurologic Examination

Eye Examination
Yearly Physical Examination

Labloodhounds 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.

Labloodhounds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

The Labloodhound is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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

Walk, Run, Play, Swim, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Frisbee

Walking, Cuddling

Labloodhounds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 Labloodhound, it's at least 20 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 Labloodhounds usually need at least 60 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 Labloodhound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-105 pound (34 - 48 kg) Labloodhound feed 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.

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 Labloodhound is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Labloodhound is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Labloodhounds are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Portuguese Podengo is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Labloodhounds 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.

The Labloodhound 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.