Buyer question
How long does a Portuguese Water Dog live?
Our Animal Library gives the Portuguese Water Dog a lifespan of 11–13 years.
Source: the Portuguese Water Dog page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Portuguese Water Dog in the Animal Library
The detail
Bred to work beside fishermen off Portugal, herding fish into nets, carrying messages and retrieving gear from the water, the PWD is athletic, bright and loyal. It has a low-shedding curly or wavy coat and a strong need for daily exercise and company.
- Best fit
- Active families, swimmers
- Temperament
- Lively, smart, devoted
What to weigh
PWDs are mouthy and busy as puppies and need daily exercise and training. The coat needs regular clipping, and they dislike being left alone for long.