Porcelaine

Loved by 78% of pet parents

Elegant and lively, this breed is known for its porcelain-white coat and keen hunting instincts. Gentle at home, the Porcelaine thrives as an affectionate and loyal companion.

Breed Characteristics

Friendliness

Energy

Trainability

Playfulness

Adaptability

Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed.

HEIGHT

55–58 cm (male)

53–56 cm (female)

WEIGHT

25–28 kg (male)

23–26 kg (female)

LIFE EXPECTANCY

12–13 years

Porcelaine: Breed snapshot

Everything you need to know about this beloved breed at a glance

Key Breed Characteristics

Kingdom

Animalia

Phylum

Chordata

Class

Mammalia

Order

Carnivora

Family

Canidae

Genus

Canis

Species

Canis lupus familiaris

Diet

Omnivore

"A Porcelaine isn't just a pet — they're a loyal companion, a playful friend, and a loving family member all in one."

Temperament & personality

Understanding Porcelaine's temperament is key to knowing if they're the right match for your lifestyle.

Personality Overview

The Porcelaine is typically gentle, friendly, and sociable, showing affection toward family while remaining polite with strangers. This breed is known for being calm and even-tempered.

Key Personality Traits

Friendliness

Gentle and friendly with people and dogs

Intelligence

Learns steadily but not highly independent

Energy Level

High stamina, active throughout the day

Playfulness

Enjoys interactive games and activities

Adaptability

Adjusts fairly well to new environments

Strengths

Friendly with children and other dogs
Strong scent-tracking ability for hunting
Loyal and affectionate with family members
Athletic and enjoys outdoor activities
Generally healthy with few breed-specific issues

Challenges

High exercise needs require daily activity
Prone to separation anxiety if left alone
Can be stubborn during training sessions
May bark excessively when bored or unstimulated
Sensitive to harsh training or correction

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Intelligence & exercise needs

Porcelaines are both highly intelligent and energetic, requiring mental and physical stimulation to thrive.

🧠 Intelligence & training

Trainability

Learns with consistency

Overall rating

The Porcelaine is intelligent and responsive to training, especially with patient, consistent guidance. They learn best with positive reinforcement but may display some independence due to their hunting background.

Trainable Tasks:

Scent detection training

Recall and off-leash control

Tracking and trailing exercises

Heel and leash walking

Search and rescue basics

Socialization with other dogs

🏃 Exercise & energy levels

Daily Exercise

60–90 minutes daily

recommended per day

Porcelaines have high energy levels and require plenty of daily physical exercise, such as long walks or runs. They also benefit from mental stimulation to stay content and well-behaved.

Recommended Activities:

Long-distance trail walks

Nose work games

Field tracking sessions

Group obedience classes

Agility course runs

Interactive scent puzzles

Is this breed right for you?

Porcelaines are versatile dogs that adapt well to many lifestyles, but they're not the perfect match for everyone. Here's a quick guide to help you determine if a Porcelaine would fit well in your home.