Interesting Facts about PORTUGUESE WATER DOGS ***

Facts about Portuguese Water Dogs

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Did you Know? List of Interesting Facts about Portuguese Water Dogs
Facts are statements which are held to be true and often contrasted with opinions and beliefs. Our unusual and interesting facts about Portuguese Water Dogs, trivia and information about pets, including some useful statistics will fascinate everyone from kids and children to adults. Interesting.

Facts about Portuguese Water Dogs are as follows:

Fact 1 - Origin of the breed: Portuguese Water Dogs originated in Portugal to drive fish into nets

Fact 2 - Description and Definition of Portuguese Water Dogs: This medium to large independent breed of dog requires firm control due to its domineering personality. They have curly coats, webbed toes for swimming and do not shed their coats
- They are considered suitable as a family pet
Fact 3 - Size: The weight of Portuguese Water Dogs range from 35 - 60 pounds
Fact 4 - Size: The height ranges from 17 to 23 inches, up to the shoulder
Fact 5 - Alternative Names of Portuguese Water Dogs and Nicknames: Cao de Agua
Fact 6 - Coat and colors of Portuguese Water Dogs: The coat is normally thick and dense
Fact 7 - Life of Portuguese Water Dogs: the life expectancy of this breed of dog is between 10 - 12 years
Fact 8 - The names of dog breeds are separated into different dog types which are referred to as Dog Groups. The name of the dog group for Portuguese Water Dogs is the Working dog breed
Fact 9 - After the first year of life, dogs are considered to be adults - they equivalent to 16 human years!
- After 2 years, they are equivalent to a 24 year old
- After 3 years, they are equivalent to a 30 year old
- Every year after add five human years to determine the equivalent age of the dog
Fact 10 - Choosing Portuguese Water Dogs as pets! The following considerations should be taken into account when choosing this particular breed of dog as a pet:
- How much it will cost to feed and train the dog?
- How much time will it take to groom the dog?
- How much time will it take to exercise the dog on a daily basis?
- Are Portuguese Water Dogs suitable for children?
- How much will it cost for vet bills, pet or dog health insurance, medication and vaccinations?
Fact 11 - Every breed of dog is susceptible to certain health problems and illnesses. Portuguese Water Dogs are prone to health problems and illnesses such as:
- Hip Dysplasia (abnormal development of hip joints referred to as CHD - Canine Hip and Elbow Dysplasia)
- Gastric Torsion
- PRA - Progressive Retinal Atrophy
- Skin allergies
Fact 12 - Portuguese Water Dogs were originally bred to help with various jobs and tasks such as:
- - Trawler Crew Member
- - Water dog and fishing aid drive fish into nets
Fact 13 - Breeding Portuguese Water Dogs for appearance was only introduced in the 19th Century
Fact 14 - It is estimated that 85% of dogs visit a vet in a year
Fact 15 - The average cost of owning a medium sized dog, over a 10 year period, is estimated as over $13,000! This provides a good idea of how much it costs to raise Portuguese Water Dogs

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