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Podengo Galego
- Animal
- Dog
- Origin
- Spain
About the Podengo Galego
The Podengo Galego is a traditional warren hound from Galicia, in north-western Spain. It is a Spanish dog breed associated with a region known for its distinct local identity. The breed is recognised by Spain’s Ministry of Agriculture and by the Xunta de Galicia, the regional government. It is not recognised by the Real Sociedad Canina de España. These recognition details distinguish its standing with different Spanish institutions. Its stated origin is Spain, and its regional roots are in Galicia. The available description identifies it as a warren hound but gives no further details about its size, appearance, temperament, care needs or suitability for particular homes.
What stands out
- Traditional warren hound from Galicia
- Originates in Spain
- Recognised by Spain’s agriculture ministry
- Recognised by the Xunta de Galicia
Worth knowing
- Not recognised by the Real Sociedad Canina de España
- No temperament or care details are listed
Who it suits
It may interest people looking for a dog breed with roots in Galicia.
In short
The Podengo Galego is a Spanish regional breed with recognition from national and Galician authorities. The available facts provide little guidance on its everyday needs or fit for a household.
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Galgo Español Spain Height 60 cm Photo: Tux-Man · CC0 
Gos Rater Valencià Spain Photo: Monimex · Public domain 
Pachón Navarro Spain Photo: Wikimedia Commons contributor · Public domain 
Photo credits8 photographs on this page
- Alano Español — Canarian · CC BY-SA 4.0 · file page
- Basque Shepherd Dog — Wikimedia Commons contributor · CC BY-SA 3.0 · file page
- Can de Palleiro — Berkano2024 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · file page
- Dogo español — Wikimedia Commons contributor · CC BY-SA 4.0 · file page
- Galgo Español — Tux-Man · CC0 · file page
- Gos Rater Valencià — Monimex · Public domain · file page
- Pachón Navarro — Wikimedia Commons contributor · Public domain · file page
- Podenco Canario — Wikimedia Commons contributor · CC BY-SA 3.0 · file page
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