portuguese water dog
Because the Portuguese Water Dog likes to be near to his family and his master, they would like to stay near to you at all times, meaning that they do not like to be outdoor dogs. [1]
Known for centuries along Portugal’s coast and prized for its strength, spirit and soundness, the Portuguese Water Dog is a loyal worker and companion. [2]
The Portuguese Water Dog once served as crew on fishing trips, retrieving lost gear and herding fish into nets. [3]
The gregarious Portuguese water dog is a fun-loving, family-loving, water-loving dog. [4]
Please keep in mind, that unlike the “doodle” cross breeds, the Portuguese Water Dog, is non-shedding. [5]
The Portuguese Water Dog is sometimes called the lion dog because of the appearance of its traditional clip. [6]
Some breeds are independent and aloof, even if they’ve been raised by the same person since puppyhood; others bond closely to one person and are indifferent to everyone else; and some shower the whole family with affection. [3]
Learn about a new collection of dog breeds each week. [4]
Unfortunately, like many breeds, a growing popularity has encouraged breeding by people who are not knowledgeable about the breed. [7]
It has more webbing between the toes than many other breeds, which aids in swimming. [8]
Read more about UKC’s many dog breeds here. [9]
Its coat can be curly or wavy and is black, white, or brown, or combinations of black or brown with white. [2]
As a beautiful dog, you will first notice the Portuguese Water Dog’s coat which is an amazing black in most dogs. [1]
With this in mind, it is particularly appropriate for a kennel devoted to breeding only Portuguese Water Dogs to be named De Leao, as this is Portuguese for the lion. [6]
Two coat clips are used: One clip with the face and rear shaved, and the working retriever or pet clip where the dog is scissored so the coat appears to be about an inch long all over. [8]
Sources:
[1] Portuguese Water Dog Breed Information & Pictures (Portuguese Water Dog)
[2] American Kennel Club - Portuguese Water Dog
[3] Dog Breeds: Portuguese Water Dog | DogTime
[4] Portuguese Water Dog Dog History, Personality & Photos: Petfinder
[5] Bluegrace Portuguese Water Dogs
[6] DeLeao Portuguese Water Dogs
[7] Portuguese Water Dog - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
[8] Portuguese Water Dog Information and Pictures, Portuguese Water Dogs
[9] United Kennel Club: Portuguese Water Dog