Portuguese Water Dog
A.K.A. :Cão de Água Português, Cão de Água Algarvio
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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
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Playful
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Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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Overview: | The Portuguese Water Dog is a very fun-loving breed. They do not shed, thus making them a low-maintenance breed. They're very playful and, as their name implies, they love to play in the water. Suitable for both city and country living. |
Breed Group: | Working |
Weight (lbs): | male: 42-60, female: 35-50 |
Height (in): | male: 20-23, female: 17-21 |
Colors: | Black, white, brown, or combinations of black or brown with white. |
Coat: | It has profuse, single coat, either wavy or curly. |
Character: | Portuguese Water Dogs are obedient, sociable, and friendly. |
Temperament: | This breed enjoys being around other dogs, other animals, and children. |
Care: | The coat needs combing every other day, plus monthly clipping or scissoring. Two clips are acceptable: the lion clip and the retriever clip. |
Training: | This breed is very intelligent and is eager to please. Therefore, training can be an easy process and they seem to understand instructions quite well. |
Activity: | The Portuguese Water Dog loves to swim and needs a lot of exercise each day. |
Country of Origin: | Portugal |
Health Issue: | This breed is prone to hip dysplasia and progressive retinal atrophy. |
Life Expectancy: | 10-14 |
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Black Portuguese Water Dog Puppies
Portuguese Water Dog
Male(s) and Female(s), 11 Weeks Old
USA HAVERTOWN, PA, USA
Date listed: 03/26/2024
Portuguese water dog puppies curly/waivy coats, black with white markings. Both parents: AKC registered, and DNA tested (copies of DNA reports are available upon request). Vet...
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Portuguese Water Dog
Female, 5 Months Old
USA SCHOHARIE, NY, USA
Date listed: 02/06/2024
Beautiful litter of family raised and socialized Portuguese Water Dog puppies. These puppies are hypoallergenic, Vet checked, wormed and up to date with shots. Call Today
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Alistair - Portuguese Water Dog Dog For Adoption
Portuguese Water Dog
Male, Adult
USA Candler, NC, USA
Date listed: 02/28/2024
Posted Breed: Portuguese Water Dog. He is beauty. He is grace. He’ll lick you in the face! Alistair is an active, loving guy who knows his basic commands and would win...
Willy - Portuguese Water Dog Dog For Adoption
Portuguese Water Dog
Male, Baby
USA Grovertown, IN, USA
Date listed: 02/28/2024
Posted Breed: Portuguese Water Dog. I am the most handsome and sweet boy. I am 6 months old and 36 lbs. I will be between 50-60 lbs as an adult. I am smart, energetic. Portuguese...
Carson - Portuguese Water Dog (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Portuguese Water Dog
Male, Adult
USA Landenberg, PA, USA
Date listed: 01/31/2024
Posted Breed: Portuguese Water Dog (medium coat). CARSON is an 8 year old Portuguese Water Dog looking for a quiet household with active dog parents. He has some behavioral...
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