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A Portuguese Pointer
Photo: Desaix83, d'après le travail de Pleple2000, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
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Portuguese Pointer

Also called Perdigueiro Português and Portuguese Pointing Dog

  • Great with kids
  • Needs space

The Portuguese Pointer is a medium-sized breed that originated in Portugal. They have a short, thick coat, and come in a variety of colors. They are an active and energetic breed, and make good family companions. They are loyal and devoted to their owners, and need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation.

Weight
35–60 lb (16–27 kg)
Height at the shoulder
20–23 in (50–58 cm)
Life span
12–14 years
Exercise
About 75 minutes a day
Coat
Short, Smooth
Origin
Iberian Peninsula, Portugal

Traits

Family and friends

  • Good with children
  • OK with other dogs
  • Polite with strangers

Home and activity

  • Energetic
  • Needs space
  • Barks a little
  • Easy to train

Care

  • Very little grooming
  • Sheds a little
  • Hardly drools

Temperament

Affectionate Calm Curious Hardy Persistent Sociable

Coat colours

Dark yellow, light yellow, medium yellow and yellow with white markings

Males and females

MalesFemales
Weight 44–60 lb (20–27 kg) 35–49 lb (16–22 kg)
Height 21–23 in (54–58 cm) 20–21 in (50–54 cm)

Recognized by

Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), The Kennel Club (UK) (KC) and United Kennel Club (UKC)


Caring for a Portuguese Pointer

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Veterinarians

Check-ups and vaccinations through its 12–14 years.

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Dog walkers

Needs about 75 minutes of exercise a day.

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Pet sitters

Someone to look after it while you’re away.

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Sources

Breed details from The Dog API.