The Podenco Canario, originating from the Canary Islands, has a very ancient history. It was introduced by Egyptian, Phoenician, Carthaginian, and Greek navigators and was traditionally bred for rabbit and ferret hunting. This brave and tenacious dog has distinguished itself for its flair, endurance, and ability to hunt in difficult terrains, making it an excellent hunting dog.
✨ Breed Characteristics
- Origin: Canary Islands, Spain
- Type: Hunting dog
- Hypoallergenic? No
📊 Quick Facts
- Weight:
- Male: 24-25 kg
- Female: 24-25 kg
- Height:
- Male: 55-64 cm
- Female: 53-60 cm
- Life expectancy: 12-14 years
- Exercise needs: 2 to 3 hours per day
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (Prefer a house with a fenced garden)
🧠 Personality (out of 5 stars)
- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Protective: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Playful: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Vocalizations: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
- Obedient: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
- Hunter: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Calm: ⭐☆☆☆☆
- Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Independent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
🐾 Compatibility with
- Children: ⭐⭐⭐☆ (May be good with children, but socialization needs to be monitored)
- Other animals: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (May not get along with other animals, especially if they are small animals)
- Strangers: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (May be reserved and a bit wary)
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (Needs a lot of space and exercise)
🧼 Maintenance & care
- Ease of maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Little maintenance for the coat)
- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Not expensive for general upkeep)
- Care frequency:
- Brushing: 1 to 2 times a week (short coat)
- Additional care: Regular checking of ears, teeth, and nails
💰 Budget
- Purchase price: 500-1500 €
- Average annual cost (veterinary, accessories, food): 450-650 €
🏡 Important note
The Podenco Canario is an active and energetic dog that needs a large space to run and play. Although it is medium-sized, it prefers a natural environment or a home with a large fenced garden, ideally located near nature. Its loyalty and courage make it an excellent hunting dog, but it also requires an active owner ready to meet its exercise needs.
