Temperaments are mild but vivacious. These are sociable dogs, as are most hounds, and they are ardent in the hunt. Today the Segugio hunts rabbit, hare and wild boar, and expertly handles these chores in both flat, open country and in mountainous areas with heavy cover. Especially noted for their endurance and "steel legs," these dogs often hunt a full 12-hour day without a rest, willing and able to repeat the performance the next day—and the day after that! A pleasing harmonious bark rounds out the hunting attributes. Although a streak of stubbornness may surface, this can be eliminated by initiating training as a young pup.