French Bull Tzus aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Portuguese Podengos make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Shih Tzu, French Bulldog

Hound

Unknown

Ancient

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Red
White
Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Fawn

Straight

Wiry

A French Bull Tzu can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Portuguese Podengo can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Hemivertebrae
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Inverterbral Disc Degeneration

Muscle Strains
Foot and Toenail Injuries

Otitis Externa
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Urolithiasis
Hypothyroidism
Cleft Lift or Palate

Eye Injuries

Eyes
Spine
Heart
Blood and Urine Protein Screens

Eye Examination
Yearly Physical Examination

French Bull Tzus are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Portuguese Podengos' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

French Bull Tzus need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Portuguese Podengos require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Training, Walking, Playing Ball, Chase, Fetch, Cuddling, Walk

Walking, Cuddling

French Bull Tzus are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Portuguese Podengos are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For French Bull Tzu, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Portuguese Podengo, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

French Bull Tzus require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Portuguese Podengo is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) French Bull Tzu feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 35-66 pound (16 - 30 kg) Portuguese Podengo feed 2.3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a French Bull Tzu is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Portuguese Podengo is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a French Bull Tzu is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Portuguese Podengo is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

French Bull Tzu has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Portuguese Podengo is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

French Bull Tzus are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Portuguese Podengos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

French Bull Tzus are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Portuguese Podengos have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

French Bull Tzus are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Portuguese Podengos are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.