Portuguese Breeds
Standards
Portuguese breeds recognized by the FCI:
Castro Laboreiro Dog
Reserved / Serious / Vigorous
Guard dog, watch dog and livestock guarding dog.
Estrela Mountain Dog
Austere / Protective / Resistant
A livestock guarding dog, watch dog and companion dog; also used for draught work.
Portuguese Sheepdog
Attentive / Rustic / Intelligent
Sheepdog for herding and watching over livestock.
Portuguese Warren Hound
Fearless / Persevering / Primitive
Hunting dog, watch dog and companion dog.
Portuguese Water Dog
Cheerful / Medium / Voluntary
Assistance with fishing and retrieving as well as companion dog.
Transmontano Mastiff
Autonomous / Elegant / Imposing
Livestock guarding dog for sheep and goat flocks.
Portuguese breeds not recognized by the FCI:
Algarve Barrocal Dog
Tireless / Tender / Fast
An expert hunter, fast and rustic, he is also an excellent family dog.
Terceira Cattle Dog
Agile / Dynamic / Intelligent
Cattle herding dog per excellence, guardian and companion dog.