Portuguese Water Dog

The Portuguese Water Dog is a dog breed that originated from the Algarve region in Portugal. They are used as working dogs along the Portuguese coast: they help fishermen catch fish.

Portuguese Water Dog
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Portuguese Water Dog
Other names cão de água português, cão de água algarvio
Nicknames Portie, PWD, Water Dog
Country of origin Portugal
Traits
Weight Male 19–27 kg (42–60 lb)
Female 16–23 kg (35–50 lb)
Height Male 50–57 cm (20–22 in)
Female == Portuguese Water Dog Media ==

43–52 cm (17–20 in)

Coat curly or wavy
Life span 10–14 years