Portuguese Podengo Weight & Growth Chart

Complete weight guide with growth charts for male and female Portuguese Podengos from puppy to adult.

Male Adult Weight

9–13 lbs

Female Adult Weight

7–11 lbs

Portuguese Podengo Weight Overview

A fully grown Portuguese Podengo weighs between 9 and 13 pounds. Males range 9–13 lbs; females 7–11 lbs.

Pequeno: 9 to 13 pounds; Medio: 35 to 44 pounds; Grande: 44 to 66 pounds; each variety is proportioned differently for its specific quarry..

Growth Chart

When Does a Portuguese Podengo Stop Growing?

Portuguese Podengos typically reach their full adult height of 8–12 inches by 12 to 15 months and their full adult weight of 9–13 lbs shortly after. Pequeno: 9 to 13 pounds; Medio: 35 to 44 pounds; Grande: 44 to 66 pounds; each variety is proportioned differently for its specific quarry..

Factors that influence growth include genetics, nutrition, and spay/neuter timing. Dogs spayed or neutered very early may grow slightly taller due to delayed growth plate closure.

Is My Portuguese Podengo Overweight?

Assessing your Portuguese Podengo's body condition (healthy range: 9–13 lbs):

Rib check: Run your hands along the ribcage—you should feel individual ribs under a slight fat layer
Overhead view: A defined waist should be visible between ribs and hips
Side profile: The abdomen should tuck upward behind the last rib

Overweight Portuguese Podengos face higher risks of Patellar Luxation, joint problems, and shortened lifespan. Even for a small-sized breed, excess weight significantly impacts joint health and overall wellbeing. Work with your vet to adjust feeding and exercise if needed.

Feeding Recommendation

Feed an adult Portuguese Podengo approximately 0.5–0.3 cups of quality kibble daily, split into two meals. Males (9–13 lbs) may need slightly more than females (7–11 lbs). Pequeno: 9 to 13 pounds; Medio: 35 to 44 pounds; Grande: 44 to 66 pounds; each variety is proportioned differently for its specific quarry.. Active individuals with energy rated 4/5 may need portions at the higher end of guidelines.

Weight by Age Table

Age	Male (lbs)	Female (lbs)
3 months	2.9–3.6	2.5–3.0
6 months	6.5–7.8	5.5–6.7
9 months	9.4–11.4	8.0–9.7
12 months	11.8–14.2	10.0–12.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Adult Portuguese Podengos weigh 9–13 lbs (males: 9–13 lbs; females: 7–11 lbs). Pequeno: 9 to 13 pounds; Medio: 35 to 44 pounds; Grande: 44 to 66 pounds; each variety is proportioned differently for its specific quarry..

Most Portuguese Podengos reach adult height of 8–12 inches by 12–15 months, with full body weight of 9–13 lbs achieved shortly after. Pequeno: 9 to 13 pounds; Medio: 35 to 44 pounds; Grande: 44 to 66 pounds; each variety is proportioned differently for its specific quarry..

Three quick checks for your Portuguese Podengo: (1) Feel the ribs–they should be easily palpable under a thin fat layer. (2) View from above–there should be a visible waist behind the ribs. (3) Side profile–the abdomen should tuck up. Target weight: 9–13 lbs. Their smooth or wire coat can make visual assessment harder, so hands-on rib checks are especially important. Consult your vet for a body condition score.

Feeding amounts depend on age, current weight, and the Portuguese Podengo's expected adult size of 9–13 lbs. Puppies under 6 months need 3–4 meals daily; older puppies eat twice daily. A high-quality puppy food formulated for small breeds provides the right nutrient balance. Exceptionally healthy across all three sizes, benefiting from centuries of natural selection and function-based breeding in Portugal..

If your Portuguese Podengo puppy isn't gaining weight as expected (target adult weight: 9–13 lbs), consult your vet. Common causes include intestinal parasites, insufficient calorie intake, or malabsorption. The breed's predisposition to Patellar Luxation could also be a factor worth investigating. A fecal test and blood work are typically the first diagnostic steps.