Portuguese Water Dog
Canis lupus familiaris
✨ Dato Curioso
Portuguese Water Dogs were bred to herd fish into nets and retrieve lost tackle for Portuguese fishermen.
Medium-sized working dog with curly or wavy waterproof coat. Intelligent, energetic, and excellent swimmer.
🏷️ Raza
Portuguese Water Dog
💭 Temperamento
Intelligent, energetic, loyal, alert, affectionate
📏 Tamaño
Medium (16-27 kg)
⏳ Esperanza de vida
11-14 years
🎨 Colores
Black, white, brown, black and white, brown and white
🌍 Origen
Portugal, Algarve region, ancient times
🏠 Hábitat
Domestic — needs regular exercise and mental stimulation
🍽️ Dieta
Quality commercial dog food; lean proteins
✓ Grupo FCI
Group 8
✓ Sección FCI
Water Dogs
✓ Número FCI
37