At Hope for Podencos, our mission doesn’t end once a dog finds their forever home, keeping them safe is just as important. Over the years, we have learned, sometimes the hard way, what works best for podencos when it comes to equipment and safety.

Neutering can be one of the biggest decisions you make for your Podenco. Many adopters ask us: When should I do it? Will it calm them down? Is it necessary? When is the right time? These are all valid questions — and with Podencos being the unique, primitive, and often sensitive souls that they are, it’s especially important to make an informed decision.

f you’ve welcomed a Podenco into your life, you already know they are unique dogs—independent, intelligent, and often deeply driven by their hunting instincts. While they make incredibly loving companions, one of the biggest challenges for many Podenco adopters is recall.