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Podenco Canario
Hound breed from Canary Islands, Spain
Breed overview
Published database recordAbout the Podenco Canario
The Podenco Canario is a medium-sized hound breed from the Canary Islands, Spain. It has a short coat and is known for being energetic, intelligent, alert, independent, courageous, and loyal. Individual temperaments vary. The breed is classified in the Hound group, and its recognition status varies by registry. Estimated adult weight ranges from 20 to 25 kg for both sexes, with height estimated between 55 and 64 cm. Lifespan is estimated at 12 to 14 years.
Quick facts
Podenco Canario at a glance
Sizemedium
Breed groupHound
OriginCanary Islands, Spain
Lifespan12–14 years
Male weight20–25 kilogram
Female weight20–25 kilogram
Male height55–64 centimetre
Female height55–64 centimetre
Origin and history
Where the breed comes from
The Podenco Canario is an ancient breed originating in the Canary Islands, believed to descend from primitive dogs brought by early Mediterranean settlers such as the Phoenicians. Over centuries, it adapted to the volcanic terrain, becoming a highly specialized rabbit hunter. The breed is recognized by the FCI as a primitive-type hunting breed. Its exact history is not fully documented, and the timeline of its development is uncertain.
Physical characteristics
Structured dataSize, build and coat
Female
20–25 kilogramAdult weight55–64 centimetreAdult heightCoat types