Portuguese Water Dog

Portuguese Water Dog

 

Portuguese Water Dog is a breed of working dog classified by the American Kennel Club. Portuguese Water Dogs are originally from the Portuguese region of the Algarve, from where the breed on the coast of Portugal , where they were taught to herd fish into fishermen's nets to cope or recover lost nets broken, and to act as couriers from ship to ship lying on land or by boat.
Description

Portuguese Water Dog

The closest relatives of the provision are widely recognized as Blue Terrier, Barbet and Standard Poodle fiKerry . Like Poodles and several other water dog breeds , disabled people are very intelligent , can have curly hair, have webbed toes for swimming and do not shed . However, the strong Portuguese Water Dog , built with strong legs and the corrugated layer may instead be a good one . Comparândstructura that of a Poodle, there are significant differences between the two races . The strong frame substantial Portuguese Water Dog built ; well developed, neither refined nor coarse , and a solidly built , muscular body . Portuguese Water Dog is out of square, slightly longer than high , if the point of the most widely measured from the back of the prosternum and from withers to ground . Portuguese Water Dog eyes are shades of black or brown variety , and their coats can be black, brown, white or brown and white.

Male Portuguese Water Dogs usually grow about 20 to 23 cm (51 cm to 58 cm) and they weigh between 40 and 60 pounds ( 18 kg to 27 kg) , while the females usually grow to about 17 21 cm (43 cm to 53 cm) and they weigh between 35 and 50 pounds ( 15 kg to 22 kg).

People with disabilities have a single layer, not the leaves , so their presence is extremely well among many people who suffer from dog allergies tolerated. Some people with disabilities call hypoallergenic dogs, but a person with dog allergies who want a dog with these qualities should actually spend time with the animals, try before you buy if the dog is truly non - allergenic for them .

Most people with disabilities, particularly shown in conformation shows, are entirely black, black , brown or silver tip ; it is common to see white spots on the chest and white paws or legs on black or brown coated dogs . "Party" or "Irish - with " layers irregular white and black spots , are rare but visually striking . Dogs "Party " , is increasingly common in the United States . However, Portugaliastandardul race prevents more than 30 % of white marks . Usually white is the color less common Dog Portuguese Water , all in black with white spots on chin and chest is the most common combination of colors.

Layer type

This breed does not leave the hair. The hair is wavy or curly is . Many dogs have mixed hair : waves throughout the body , curled tail and ears.

Portuguese Water Dog Club of America Revised Standard for the Portuguese Water Dog come these descriptions of two types of layers :

    Curly hair. "Compact , cylindrical curls, somewhat wavy hair lightening sometimes the ears . "
    Vague: "Falling gently in waves, not curls, and with a light shine. "

White is one of the most common - the colors among people with disabilities
Two colorful Party Portuguese Water Dogs , waves curly woman front and back Man
Black and white wavy.

If abandoned , the hair will continue to grow indefinitely on disability . Problems associated with growth of hair around the eyes as long as to obstruct the view , and mats body that can cause skin irritation . For these reasons , people with disabilities should be cut about every two months and brushed daily coating. It is not the race of those who want a low maintenance breed . In addition to care generally costs between 75 to 100 dollars per session [edit] this breed requires daily exercise and yet constantly reinforce positive training techniques . Although it is possible to grow at home , many owners believe that it is easier to pay a professional groomer and avoid mats , brush the coat regularly between cosmetics .
styles maintenance

Hair of people with disabilities continues to grow and requires regular brushing and cutting or clipping. The coat is usually worn in a " retriever discount " or " lion reduction ."

Leo section

The first lion, the hindquarters , muzzle , tail shaved şirestul şibaza body full length left. This cut comes from the fishing dogs of Portugal. This is the traditional cut and perhaps the function, since the race as a primary historical companion fishermen. Lion cut reduces the initial impact and the shock of cold water when the race went from boats, as well as providing heat to the vital functions.

Section retriever

1 cup left Retriever "(2.5 cm) This reduction is a new and original because breeders wanted to reproduce long evenly over the body (although some owners prefer the muzzle and shorter tail ) . Attractive and less unusual to looking for buyers.

Sometimes owners will their hair very short extract dogs , especially in the summer months , in modified retriever cut.
noise

Portuguese Water Dogs have a multi- octave voice. They tend to be quiet dogs but they warn you if the house is approached , and communicate their desires vocally and behavior of their owner. Its bark is strong and distinctive. You can engage in " expressive panting " a distinct " ha - ha - ha - ha " sounds like an invitation to play or display the urge to eat nearby. Sometimes complain .

Biddability set to music on the posting of his high intelligence and affection , and ask for their human master when specific alarms get an ideal audience - ear or deaf dog - help. People with disabilities can easily be trained to bark loudly during a phone call , then find and warn a hard master - of - or deaf .
temperament
Portuguese Water Dogs are active and well suited to many dog sports .

Portuguese Water Dogs are excellent companions . They are loving , independent and intelligent and are easily trained in obedience and agility skills. Once established , they are friendly to foreigners , and enjoy , pampered, which is sweet because of their clothes, fluffy a favor that people willingly give .

Because they work , dogs , people with disabilities are usually next to their master , waiting for directions , content, and if they are trained , ready and able to follow complex instructions , they are. You learn very quickly , seem to enjoy the training , and have a long memory for object names . These properties and not throw their clothes means they excel in different roles by service dogs , like to listen dogs ( assistance dogs for the deaf ) , mobility dogs , and crisis intervention dogs. They are also exceptionally good therapy dogs .

Disability is usually near the owner , inside and outside . This is typical of the breed. Although very sociable animals , these dogs are to bind a rule to a member of the primary or alpha family. Some speculate that this intense bonding arose in the breed because the dogs were selected to work in the vicinity of their masters on small fishing boats , unlike other working dogs such as herding dogs and service dogs water which is sufficient for the tasks . In any case , the modern PWD , whether employed on a boat or kept as a pet or a working dog , loves water , attention and prefer to participate in activities with a human partner. This is not a race to be left alone for long periods of time , inside or outside .

Like dogs instinct of water on the posting of workers in strong, who are also wrangling dogs and chewing tendencies.

A disability is jumping into the rule as a salvation . Owners can choose to limit this behavior. Some people with disabilities can walk, hop, or "dance" on their hind legs when greeting or otherwise enthusiastic. Some people with disabilities are kitchen countertops and tables , especially if they feel the food over . This is usually called " counter surfing " and is characteristic of the breed. Though it may be a nuisance , many PWD obviously pleased to see their dogs owners walking , jumping, standing , or "fight" , not discourage these activities thereof.

Although they are very good companions for people who understand what they need , the Portuguese Water Dogs are not for everyone. Due to their intelligence and working drive , requiring regular and intensive exercise and mental difficulties. They are gentle and patient - but not " couch potatoes " and boredom can cause their destruction.