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Portuguese Water Dog Puppies for Sale in Delaware, DE

Portuguese Water Dog Puppy Bianca
Bianca $3499 Portuguese Water Dog 8 weeks old Delaware
Portuguese Water Dog Puppy Ben
Ben $3499 Portuguese Water Dog 8 weeks old Delaware
Portuguese Water Dog Puppy Dixie
Dixie $4349 Portuguese Water Dog 8 weeks old Delaware
Portuguese Water Dog Puppy Sailor
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Sailor $3949 Portuguese Water Dog 10 weeks old Delaware
Portuguese Water Dog Puppy Stacy
Champion Bloodlines
Stacy $3949 Portuguese Water Dog 10 weeks old Delaware
Portuguese Water Dog Puppy Candle
Candle $4349 Portuguese Water Dog 8 weeks old Delaware
Portuguese Water Dog Puppy Bailey
Bailey $3499 Portuguese Water Dog 8 weeks old Delaware
Portuguese Water Dog Puppy Becka
Becka $3499 Portuguese Water Dog 8 weeks old Delaware
Portuguese Water Dog Puppy Tesla
Tesla $4349 Portuguese Water Dog 8 weeks old Delaware
Portuguese Water Dog Puppy Sage
Sage $4349 Portuguese Water Dog 8 weeks old Delaware

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12/11/2021

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Portuguese Water Dog Characteristics

A breed that was once used on fishing boats to herd fish into nets, the Portuguese Water Dog is now more popular as a large and friendly household companion. With his distinctive webbed feet and poodle-like coat, the Portuguese Water Dog is a unique breed that is growing in popularity every day.

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  • Energy High
  • Size Large
  • Trainability Responsive

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Known around the world as the Cao de Agua (Dog of the water) and Portuguese Fishing Dog, these dogs have served a unique purpose for a long time. When not herding fish into nets, these dogs were also used to retrieve lost tackle that had fallen overboard and transfer messages between fishing boats.  
 
Standing between 17-23 inches at the shoulder and weighing between 35-60 pounds, the Portuguese Water Dog is a medium-sized breed. Closely related to the poodle, these dogs have a similar curly coat that is commonly found in brown or black and is mostly hypoallergenic. They will still require frequent grooming and brushing, as even the most hypoallergenic breeds shed a little bit.
 
Considering the breed was created to assist fishermen through vigorous physical activity, these dogs naturally have a lot of energy. While they will gravitate towards the water, providing them with any kind of exercise in abundance is crucial to promote good behavior while at home. When these dogs get bored, they develop destructive tendencies and begin chewing up furniture and digging holes in the backyard. Frequent exercise along with early socialization and obedience training are crucial in maintaining a manageable dog.
 

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How dog-friendly is Delaware?

Delaware is a great state to own a pet! Compared to all 50 states, Delaware tends to rank as a fairly average location for things like pet services, pet-friendly accommodations, and more. But great spots for dogs to roam and play, plus good animal welfare laws make Delaware a solid home for your pup.


Two different leading studies rank Delaware as 28th and 29th most pet-friendly state. 


An animal advocacy group called Pawsafe publishes a well-known study ranking the states by factors like animal cruelty laws, pet-friendly accommodations, and the number of dog parks and hiking trails. They ranked Delaware 28th but gave it good marks for its animal welfare laws related to abuse, neglect, fighting, or pet care standards.


Another great study comes from the safety site Safewise. They ranked Delaware 29th with similar rankings across the various indicators. 


The consistency between these two studies places Delaware firmly in the middle of the pack of pet-friendly states.

A few more facts for dog-lovers in Delaware

BringFido lists Delaware as a pet-friendly travel destination with almost 600 verified pet-friendly hotels and motels. The site recommends Fenwick Island State Park and Cape Henlopen State Park as fantastic for dog-friendly activities.


Delaware does love dogs! Forty-two percent of Delaware residents own a dog, which is higher than the national dog ownership rate of 40%. 


What kinds of dogs do Delawareans love? According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), the most popular dogs in Delaware are Labradors, German Shepherds, and Retrievers. Other popular breeds include Huskies, Basset Hounds, and Beagles. 

Animal welfare & dog shelters in Delaware

Delaware saved 11,666 dogs and cats during 2020. No animals were reported killed over this same period. 

Amazingly, all of the animal shelters within Delaware are no-kill shelters.

 
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