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Portuguese Water Dog
A.K.A. : Cão de Água Português, Cão de Água Algarvio
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Portuguese Water Dog

A.K.A. :Cão de Água Português, Cão de Água Algarvio

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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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Member since: 04/22/2025

Cheryl Douthat

Portuguese Water Dog Dog Breeder near WHITESBURG, TN, USA

My name is Cheryl Douthat. I am a small breeder of Portuguese Water Dogs. I live in Whitesburg, TN, not far from Knoxville, TN.

Breeds: Portuguese Water Dog

USA WHITESBURG, TN, USA

Tags: Portuguese Water Dogs cute puppies great family children affectionate protective loving playful

Member since: 02/23/2025

Portie Breeders

Portuguese Water Dog Dog Breeder near ACCOKEEK, MD, USA

We are breeders of 100% pure, DNA tested Portuguese Water Dogs. Not a puppy mill.

Breeds: Portuguese Water Dog

USA ACCOKEEK, MD, USA

Tags: porties PWD Pure bred WaterLovingDogs AdventureDog Loyal Companion Swimming Dog Fluffy Puppy PortiePuppyLove Hypoallergenic

Member since: 09/21/2024

Magnolia Portuguese Water Dogs

Portuguese Water Dog Dog Breeder near GAINESVILLE, GA, USA

We have 3 beautiful male Portuguese Water Dog puppies available. 9 weeks old- born July 15, 2024. Both parents are AKC Champions with all PWDCA health testing completed. Please...

Breeds: Portuguese Water Dog

USA GAINESVILLE, GA, USA

Tags: PWD Water hypoallergenic sweet Georgia

Member since: 06/25/2022

Portberg Kennel

Portuguese Water Dog Dog Breeder near WACO, TX, USA

We raise our Portuguese Water Dog puppies right in our home with our family.

Breeds: Portuguese Water Dog

USA WACO, TX, USA

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Member since: 12/27/2024

Heirloom Haven

Portuguese Water Dog Dog Breeder near HAMILTON, MO, USA

We are a small family farm with some exceptional dogs who look after it.

Breeds: Portuguese Water Dog

USA HAMILTON, MO, USA

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Member since: 03/07/2025

Aarbelles Portuguese Water Dogs

Portuguese Water Dog Dog Breeder near LEBANON, IN, USA

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Homegrown Havanese Porties boarding and breeding

Portuguese Water Dog Dog Breeder near SWARTZ CREEK, MI, USA

Hi there. My name is Kelli. I am a very small breeder in Michigan. I have had a love for animals ever since I was a little girl and am finally living my dream of being around...

Breeds: Portuguese Water Dog

USA SWARTZ CREEK, MI, USA

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Member since: 07/21/2024

Portuguese Water Dog

Portuguese Water Dog Dog Breeder near SUN CITY, AZ, USA

Hello! My name is Christy, and I have a beautiful litter of Portuguese Water Dogs. Both male and females are available, born on May 11, 2024. They come with their AKC paperwork,...

Breeds: Portuguese Water Dog

USA SUN CITY, AZ, USA

Tags: Hypoallergenic pwd Portuguese water dog portie

Member since: 07/25/2024

Melody Farms Portuguese Water Dogs

Portuguese Water Dog Dog Breeder near KENOSHA, WI, USA

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USA KENOSHA, WI, USA

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SUNKISSED PORTUGUESE WATER DOGS

Portuguese Water Dog Dog Breeder near FRANKLIN, TN, USA

** AKC Reg. Portuguese Water Dog Puppies. All Colors AVAILABLE!** Raised with Children on the Autism Spectrum, SunKissed PWD puppies are Exceptionally Well Socialized and Live to...

Breeds: Portuguese Water Dog

USA FRANKLIN, TN, USA

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