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American Kennel Club - Portuguese Water Dog

He is very intelligent and responds well to obedience training.
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Carpus is heavy-boned, wider in front than at the side.
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Medium-sized and robust, the breed possesses a waterproof coat and the ability to swim all day.
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Eyes-- Medium in size; set well apart, and a bit obliquely.
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Portuguese Water Dog Breed Standard Working Group General Appearance Known for centuries along Portugal's coast, this seafaring breed was prized by fishermen for a spirited, yet obedient nature, and a robust, medium build that allowed for a full day's work in and out of the water.
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After a brief appearance in England in the 1950s, the breed virtually died out there.
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Portuguese Water Dog Dog Care This active breed needs daily physical and mental exercise, preferably involving swimming and retrieving.
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With the demise of traditional fishing methods, the Portuguese fishermen and their dogs began to disappear from the coast in the early 20th century.
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The breed is known in his native land as cao de agua (pronounced kown-d'ahgwa), which means dog of water.
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Portuguese Water Dog Dog Health Major concerns: PRA, CHD Minor concerns: glycogen storage disease, distichiasis Occasionally seen: none Suggested tests: eye, hip Life span: 10-14 years Dogs Related to the Portuguese Water Dog Irish Water Spaniel Pointer Chesapeake Bay Retriever Curly-Coated Retriever Flat-Coated Retriever Golden Retriever Labrador Retriever American Water Spaniel Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Interested in the history of the Portuguese Water Dog dog breed?
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Price:$2,000 Location:Ft Myers, FL Portuguese Water Dogs Listed: 3/22/ 2012 Sharmink's Portuguese Water Dogs...
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Portuguese Water Dog pups born 3/8/12 . both Black with white markings and Brown with white markings available . a hypoallergenic breed .All of...
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PWD puppies raised in our home with lots of love and attention.
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We are currently taking applications for our next planned breeding in the Spring 2012.
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Our precious little sea monsters are ready to sail off to their new loving homes right now.
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The Nominating Committee is looking for Active Members interested in being considered for nomination to the slate for the 2012-13 PWDCA Board.
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Bluegrace Portuguese Water Dogs

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For your convenience, all our pups are neutered prior to leaving us, unless specifically agreed otherwise.
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High Exercise needs more info Some breeds do fine with a slow evening stroll around the block.
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Not usually Friendly toward strangers more info Stranger-friendly dogs will greet guests with a wagging tail and a nuzzle; others are shy, indifferent, or even aggressive.
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They can be reserved toward strangers, but are never lacking in love and affection for their families.
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If you're considering a watchdog, will a city full of suspicious "strangers" put him on permanent alert?
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Nordic dogs such as Siberian Huskies were bred to range long distances, and given the chance, they'll take off after anything that catches their interest.
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Provide him with plenty of chew toys, rotate them regularly so he doesn't get bored, and teach him early what's okay to chew and what's not.
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Portuguese Water : Dog Breed Selector : Animal Planet

After the AKC officially recognized them in 1984, their popularity grew more rapidly; the breed is now proving itself as a family companion.
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With the demise of traditional fishing methods, the Portuguese fishermen and their dogs began to disappear from the coast in the early 20th century.
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The breed was saved largely through the attempts of one man, Vasco Bensuade, a wealthy shipping magnate.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Portuguese Water Dogs

The health issues of greatest concern within this breed include Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD), Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Storage Disease (GM-1), and Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy (JDCM).
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The PWDCA, Inc. strongly recommends that any dog used for breeding be at least two years old, be examined for and evaluated free of hip dysplasia, individually tested for GM-1 status, Optigen rated for PRA status, and have an annual CERF test to determine overall eye health.
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Spend time with the breed before bringing one into your home as a family member.
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Portuguese water dog: Definition from Answers.com

Overall, white is the least common Portuguese Water Dog color, while black with white markings on the chin ("milk chin") and chest is the most common color combination.
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GM1 Storage Disease GM1 Storage Disease, one of a family of conditions called GM1 gangliosidoses, is a recessive, genetic disorder that is inevitably fatal.
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"... there is absolutely no scientific evidence that proves that these certain breeds of dog are 100% hypoallergenic" ^ Hypoallergenic Dogs "... there is no such thing as a hypoallergenic dog breed." ^ http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/ barackobama/5145384/Obamas-choose-Portuguese-water-dog-called-Bo.html ^ The Portuguese Shaggy Dog Story ^ Go Pets America: Dogs that do not shed - Retrieved September 7, 2008 ^ "Revised Standard for the Portuguese Water Dog".
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Grooming styles The hair of PWDs grows continually and requires regular brushing and cutting or clipping.
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In addition, the dog may be shown with a lion clip, which involves short clipping of the mid-body, hindquarters, muzzle and tail, except the tip; or a working-retriever clip in which the coat is trimmed evenly to a length of about 1 inch over the whole body, except at the end of the tail where it is left full length.
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A Portuguese Water Dog is first described in 1297 in a monk's account of a drowning sailor who was pulled from the sea by a dog with a "black coat, the hair long and rough, cut to the first rib and with a tail tuft".[10] "History of the Portuguese Water Dog", Kathryn Braund and Deyanne Farrell Miller, The Complete Portuguese Water Dog, 1986, webpage: DeLeao.
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Portuguese Water Dog Breed Information & Pictures (Portuguese ...

They do demand your attention which means that you will need to spend a good amount of time tending to your pet.
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Grooming The coat on the Portuguese Water Dog can change from one dog to the next and your grooming methods will need to be around this fact.
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In most cases, these dogs are hypo allergenic, making them a good choice for those that have allergies.
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Many are shiny and thick.The coat is a single layer and does not shed.
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All make wonderful companions in most every situation.Yet, the Portuguese Water Dog may not be the perfect dog to bring into every home.
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Some will have a very tight curl, others are wavier.
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Portuguese Water Dog - Dog Breeds - Dog.com

It means Dog of the Water or Sea Dog It is impossible to keep this dog out of water bigger than a puddle.
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26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more Color: Any Black Brindle Brown/Chocolate Gray/Blue/Silver/Salt & Pepper Merle Red/Golden/Orange/ Chestnut Silver & Tan (Yorkie colors) Tan/Yellow/Fawn Tricolor (Tan/Brown & Black & White) White Age: Any Young Adult Senior Puppy Ads by Google Portuguese Water Dog History: Country/Date of Origin: Portugal/1400s Fisherman along the Algarve coast of Portugal relied on a remarkable dog to help them in their difficult trade.
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(Tail is shaved at base end and a lion-like tassel is left at the end.
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Indispensable crewmen they retrieved lost tackle, herded fish into nets, grabbed those that leaped out and in bad weather acted as living foghorns.
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Their seafaring dogs carried messages between ships and ship to shore.
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Portuguese Water Dog Puppies for Sale - Dogs & Puppies - Next Day Pets

Portuguese Water Dog1 photo(s)BREED: Portuguese Water Dog PuppiesPRICE: $2,000.00AGE: 26 week (s)LOCATION: MontanaAdd to FavoritesView the complete puppy profile for more information.
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If you are looking for a Portuguese Water Dog puppy for sale but do not see one listed here then place a Portuguese Water Dog PuppyMatch ad.
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Portuguese Water Dog information: Portuguese Water Dog breed guide ...

Affectionately known as the Portie or the PWD, the Portuguese water dog gained instant popularity when President Obama acquired one for his family.
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The most common coloring is black with a white spot on and under the chin, known as “milk chin”.
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AKC Group: The Portuguese Water Dog is in the Working Group   Portuguese Water Dogs - In Depth Porties have a curly coat like many water dogs.
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Genetic testing is often conducted on Portuguese water dogs before being sold.
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Portuguese Water Dog Answers Save Cancel Show 1 Question Show 3 Questions Show 5 Questions Search for Questions Preview What sort of Health problems do Portuguese Water Dog's usually have?
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The breed is classified as part of the working group according to the American Kennel Society.
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They can be creatively destructive, so trainers often give them some job to do.
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Use the handles on the crop box to resize it.
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Portuguese Water Dog | petMD - Pet Health Information & Questions ...

The standard Portuguese Water Dog coat can be in black, white, various tones of brown, or a combination of all three colors.
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Along with 16 other people, the Millers were able to found the Portuguese Water Dog Club of America on August 13, 1972.
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However, as the 19th century drew to a close, conventional fishing methods were quickly becoming modernized.
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The Water Dog's lineage may also be linked with the lineage with the Poodle.
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The breed became so well known, in fact, it was often used as a member of the trawler crews, fishing in waters as far north as Iceland.
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Today, it is sought after because of many wonderful characteristics, including its calm demeanor and love of the outdoors.
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Portuguese Water Dogs: What's Good About 'Em? What's Bad About 'Em?

Everything you need to know about finding, training, and caring for a Portuguese Water Dog, by Michele Welton The AKC Standard calls him "an animal of spirited disposition, self-willed, brave, and very resistant to fatigue." Emotionally the Portuguese Water Dog is stable and sensible.
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Mental stimulation (agility, fetching, advanced obedience) is just as important to this clever, thinking breed.
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If you find such an adult dog, don't let "typical breed negatives" worry you.
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Raise your dog the right way and you will be helping him live a longer, healthier life while avoiding health problems and unnecessary veterinary expenses.
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To teach your Portuguese Water Dog to listen to you, "Respect Training" is mandatory.
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They definitely shed, though some of the shed hair gets caught in the long coat rather than ending up on your floor.
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They were known for their ability able to dive for broken nets and retrieve them, retrieve fish and be an excellent working class dog.
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