AffectionateAdventurousAthletic
Working Group — Origin: Portugal
Portuguese Water Dog
A medium-sized working-group dog known for being affectionate and adventurous.
- Size
- Medium
- Weight
- 16–27 kg
- Lifespan
- 11–13 yrs
Strength
3
Stamina
5
Trainability
9
Friendliness
10
At a mid-life age of 12 years, this breed is roughly
69 human years old
See the full dog-years calculatorWhat it eats
- Balanced dry kibble with lean protein
- Two meals a day portioned to activity level
- Fish oil supplement for coat health
What it does
- Daily walks and yard play
- Fetch in short bursts
- Casual obedience games
Habitat
Does best with a yard or frequent walks; comfortable in suburban homes with space to move.
Daily exercise needs
Bred with a athletic streak, this breed keeps its condition with moderate daily exertion.
Moderate exertion~80 min/day
Field note
Hailing from Portugal, the Portuguese Water Dog has been recognized as part of the Working group for generations of purposeful breeding.