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Sporting Group 33
Hound Group 33
Working Group 32
Terrier Group 32
Toy Group 22
Non-Sporting Group 20
Herding Group 33

#	Breed	AKC group	Size	Weight	Lifespan
164	Portuguese Podengo PequenoThe Portuguese Podengo Pequeno is a small, alert and agile hunting hound from Portugal, bred to flush rabbits from cover, and a lively companion.	Hound Group	Small	9 to 13 lb	12 to 16 years
184	Cirneco dell'EtnaThe Cirneco dell'Etna is a small, light, prick-eared hound from Sicily, bred to hunt rabbits on volcanic ground, with a mild nature and a lean, elegant look.	Hound Group	Small	22 to 26 lb	12 to 14 years

Ranked by the American Kennel Club's 2025 registration popularity. The three breeds it recognized in January 2026 follow. Weights are typical adult ranges; sizes are this site's classes: small under 25 lb, medium 25 to 60 lb, large over 60 lb.