Portuguese Water Dog Puppies for sale in Fort Plain, New York
12 Portuguese Water Dog Puppies for sale in Fort Plain, New York
The Portuguese Water Dog, also known as the Portie or Cão de Água Português, descends from water dogs used by Portuguese fishermen to drive fish into nets and retrieve items from the water, likely sharing an ancestor with the Poodle who was also originally bred as a water dog. The breed's popularity declined dramatically in the early 1900s as fishing became modernized, but was saved from extinction by Dr. Vasco Bensaude who worked to re-establish the breed over several decades. The Portuguese Water Dog made its way to America during the mid-1900s and was officially recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983. These medium-sized, muscular dogs feature a dense single coat that can be wavy or curly in black, white, or brown, often clipped in a lion or retriever style, and are considered hypoallergenic with very light shedding making them ideal for people with allergies.
Active, intelligent, and full of energy, Portuguese Water Dogs are delightful companions who need substantial physical and mental exercise and especially love to swim, true to their water dog heritage. Their playful and friendly nature makes them excellent family dogs who thrive on being around their human pack, though they do not do well in kennels or when left alone for extended periods. These eager-to-please dogs are typically easy to train and respond well to directions, making them great for active families with children. Their hypoallergenic coat requires regular maintenance including combing or brushing 2-3 times weekly to prevent tangles, monthly trimming, and frequent rinsing with fresh water after swimming to remove damaging chemicals, plus regular ear checks to prevent moisture-related infections.
Cody
Portuguese Water Dog
Cody is the biggest Male of the litter, he has a beautiful white chest and paws. His energy level is about in the middle of the Portie range. He is a super puppy all around. He has a solid demeanor, a
Liza
Portuguese Water Dog
Meet Liza, our sweet PWD puppy! She plays daily with our whole family, including young children. Both parents are here for you to meet and have been tested for many of the genetic issues that are comm
Scott
Portuguese Water Dog
Meet Scott, our sweet brown PWD puppy! He plays daily with our whole family, including young children. Both parents are here for you to meet and have been tested for many of the genetic issues that ar
Theo
Portuguese Water Dog
Thanks for taking a look at my little Theo! Great personality and well socialized! My puppies all all checked by the vet and are up to date on their shots. All come with a one year health guarantee!
Toby
Portuguese Water Dog
Thanks for taking a look at my little Toby !Great personality and well socialized! My puppies all all checked by the vet and are up to date on their shots. All come with a one year health guarantee! W
Tori
Portuguese Water Dog
Thanks for taking a look at my little Tori! Great personality and well socialized! My puppies all all checked by the vet and are up to date on their shots. All come with a one year health guarantee! W
Bear
Portuguese Water Dog
Meet this cute playful puppy. Bear is adorable romping and chasing his siblings. One look into his eyes and you will be touched by his friendly personality. He will come up to date with shots and dewo
Anchor
Portuguese Water Dog
Meet this cute playful puppy. Anchor is adorable romping and chasing his siblings. One look into his eyes and you will be touched by his friendly personality. He will come up to date with shots and de
Bailey
Portuguese Water Dog
Meet this cute playful puppy. Bailey is adorable romping and chasing his siblings. One look into his eyes and you will be touched by his friendly personality. He will be up to date on shots and deworm
Ruby
Portuguese Water Dog
Meet Ruby, our sweet brown PWD puppy! She plays daily with our whole family, including young children. Both parents are here for you to meet and have been tested for many of the genetic issues that ar
Stein
Portuguese Water Dog
Meet Stein, our sweet brown PWD puppy! He plays daily with our whole family, including young children. Both parents are here for you to meet and have been tested for many of the genetic issues that ar
Shadow
Portuguese Water Dog
Meet Shadow, our sweet brown PWD puppy! He plays daily with our whole family, including young children. Both parents are here for you to meet and have been tested for many of the genetic issues that a
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How much does a Portuguese Water Dog puppy cost?
The average cost of a purebred Portuguese Water Dog puppy in the United States is approximately $2097, though prices can vary based on factors such as pedigree, breeder reputation, and location.
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