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Move over, French Bulldogs<\/a><\/strong>, there\u2019s a new dog stealing the spotlight, and he\u2019s got ears for days. A rare Podenco<\/strong>, often called \u201cThe Great Forgotten,\u201d is winning over the internet with his enormous, upright ears and graceful, deer-like frame. This pup is just amazingly beautiful and so unique looking!<\/p>\n Native to Spain, Podencos are an ancient breed believed to have descended from Egyptian hunting dogs<\/a>. Despite their long history and stunning looks, they\u2019ve often been overlooked compared to more popular breeds, which makes this newfound internet fame even sweeter. Just look at this cutie-pie and keep reading to learn more about this rare breed.<\/p>\n The cute clip, shared by @earsofalfie<\/a>, has people in love with this pup in the comments. One person wrote, \u201cOne of my fosters was a Podenco cross, here in Spain. His ears were spectacular, just like this guy\u2019s! Give him a scritch from me, please? He\u2019s immense.\u201d Another added, \u201cReindeer auditions starting soon.\u201d Someone else joked, \u201cTremendous ears\u2014first prize!\u201d<\/p>\n Related: People Can\u2019t Figure Out What Breed This Dog Is\u2014and It Turns Out, He\u2019s Super Rare<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cExcuse me, but your dog has antlers,\u201d one viewer responded, while another said, \u201cYou could put some small solar panels in there and power a lamp. Those ears are amazing.\u201d<\/p>\n If you are interested in learning more about this stunning breed, a fantastic resource is the website Hope For Pendecos<\/a>.<\/p>\n Podencos are intelligent, athletic, and deeply loyal<\/a> dogs who form strong bonds with their families. They were originally bred for hunting and still have strong prey drives and endless energy, so they need space to run and play or at least regular exercise and mental stimulation.<\/p>\n While they can be independent (translation: stubborn<\/a>), Podencos are also affectionate and sensitive, thriving in calm, loving homes. They\u2019re not always suited for first-time dog parents, but with patience, structure, and plenty of love, they make wonderfully loyal companions.<\/p>\n Plus, let\u2019s be honest, with ears like that, they\u2019ll hear the treat jar open from three rooms away.<\/p>\n \ud83d\udc36<\/a>SIGN UP to get \u201cpawsitivity\u201d delivered right to your inbox with inspiring & entertaining stories about our furry & feathered friends<\/a><\/strong>\ud83d\udc3e\ud83d\udc3e<\/a><\/p>\n This story was originally reported by Parade Pets<\/a> on Nov 1, 2025, where it first appeared in the Pet News<\/a> section. Add Parade Pets as a Preferred Source by clicking here.<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\nDo Podencos Make Good Pets?<\/h2>\n