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| Breed Group : | Working |
| Weight : | male: 42-60 lbs ( 19-27 kg ) ; female : 35-50 lbs ( 16-22 kg ) |
Height :
| male: 20-23 inches ( 51 - 58 centimeters ); female: 17-21 inches ( 43 - 53 centimeters ) |
| Breed Overview Information : | The Potuguese Water Dog has helped the fishermen in catching fish and herding as well. They can also bring messages from one ship to another. One of their skills is retrieving which they can apply when something fell overboard. They are actually made to work on water related activities. |
| Breed Character Information : | The Portuguese water dog breed possesses lots of excellent characteristics such as being intelligent, loyal and faithful. Because of this dog breed’s alertness, it is very perfect for being a watch dog. It should also be treated as a family pet because it does very well in a family scene and not in a kennel life. They also protect their family from danger. These puppies should be introduced to people at an early age so that they may not go wary on them when they grow up. |
| Breed Coat Information : | The Portuguese Water Dog breed sheds a little to no more. It can be in a home with allergies too. The wavy or curly coat is often thick and covers the body. The breed’s coat is usually weather resistant. Bathing is not a necessity. |
| Breed Temperament Information : | This dog breed is very lovable and a good companion. They are protective and that is the reason why they are good watch dogs. However, it is not aggressive to people. They are nice to children of any age. Early training and exposure to people is required so that they can do well on people. The Portuguese Water Dog cannot be trustworthy of other animals. |
| Breed Ownership Information : | If a person would like to adopt the Portuguese Water Dog Breed puppy, they should get enough information about different dog breeds. It is very important that you have knowledge about the Portuguese Water Dog Breed. As much as possible, do some research on it so that you will be able to take care of those small dogs that you want. There are many research materials about dog breeds that you can use in order to get the information that you need. With this breed, you can have a very good companion. |
| Breed Activity Information : | The Portuguese Water Breed is best in an environment where he can be with his family. It can be active indoors or outdoors. Even without a yard, this dog breed can do very well as long as he is given enough exercise everyday. Jogging is the hobby of this breed. |
| Breed Care Information : | Their coat should be brushed everyday to avoid it from matting. It is not required to bathe them everyday. You can use a fine toothed comb for this dog. Burrs in the coat has to be looked at after the dog has performed an activity outside the house. |
| Breed Training Information : | Since this dog is very obedient and agile, he can perform well in the training part. This dog breed is very intelligent so it would not take time for the people to train the. However, there are times that they are really stubborn but it is not that usual. They should be given daily exercise for physical fitness. |
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