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An English Shepherd can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Canine Hip Dysplasia

Muscle Strains
Foot and Toenail Injuries

Patellar Luxation
Separation Anxiety
Ear Health and Infection
Eye Infections

Eye Injuries

Allergy Tests
Ophthalmic And Ear Exam
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Hearing and Ear Tests
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Eye Examination
Yearly Physical Examination

English Shepherds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

English Shepherds 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.

English Shepherd dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Walking

Walking, Cuddling

English Shepherds 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 English Shepherd, it's at least 16 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 English Shepherds usually need at least 120 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 English Shepherd 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
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 40-60 pound (18 - 27 kg) English Shepherd 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.

English Shepherds 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.

English Shepherds 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.