Andalusian Hound Dog
INTRODUCTION
The Andalusian Hound is a dog traditionally used for hunting and is revered for its heightened senses, and stamina and endurance when running. They are purebred and are ranked No. 332 the most popular dog breeds in the world. They are non hypoallergenic and due to google searches thier intelligence level is high.
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HABITAT : Urban areas, including buildings, parks, and gardens
TEMPERAMENT : Loyal to its family, and gentle in nature
HYPOALLERGENIC : No
BREED GROUP / TYPE : Group: Hound. Type: Purebred
SOCIAL UNIT : Family
LOCATIONS : Spain, Andalusia
STATUS / POPULATION : DATA DEFICIENT (IUCN Not a threat category, Population and distribution data is insufficient for assessment
MAMMALS: DOGS AND RELATIVES – CANIDAE
KEY FACTS
SCIENTIFIC CLASSIFICATION
Kingdom – Animalia
Phylum – Chordate
Class – Mammals
Order – Carnivora
Family – Canidae
Genus – Canis
Genus Species – Canis lupus familiaris
INTERESTING FACTS
1- Known colloquially as the Maneto, this dog has achondroplasia, and thus will have short and compact limbs.
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CALLING NAMES / SCIENTIFIC NAME
Calling names: Andalusian Hound, Podenco Andaluz, Podenco Andalusian, Podenco Maneto Andalusian
Scientific name: Canis lupus familiaris -
COLOUR VARIATIONS
White and reddish brown
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COAT TYPE
Double coat
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LIFE SPAN
10 - 12 years
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APPROXIMATE SIZE : LENGTH / HEIGHT
Height: 35 - 43cm (14 - 17in)
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TAIL
Tail is low-set, arched, and of medium thickness
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WEIGHT
21 - 33 kg
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BREEDING SEASON
Throughout the year
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REPRODUCTION / GESTATION PERIOD
Reproduction: One time a year
Gestation period: 63 days -
LITTER SIZE
3 -5 puppies
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LOOK A LIKE
Ibizan hound
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FARM ANIMAL
Can be
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FOUNDED IN / DISCOVERED
1990
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ORIGIN
Spain, Andalusia
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DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
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OCCURRENCE
Families:
Species: -
FUEL FOR LIFE / TROPHIC LEVEL
Omnivores
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TO HUMANS
They're even friendly with their human children; although, their size makes it easy for them to knock over a kid during vigorous play
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AS A PET
Recommended
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KIDS FAVOURITE
Yes
