Portuguese Water Dog Blog

Really Fun Portuguse Water Dog Site

Here's a really fun Portuguese Water Dog site. It has some astonishing graphics. You click a bottle and the dog jumps off the ship and fetches the bottle. Then a scroll unfurls and there's information on it. This must take much dedication on their part. Highly recommend Seaworthpwd. Great gallery of pictures, astonishing litters. The ranch they live on looks like heaven.

Cocoa Happy in Singapore

Our pwd Goji's best dog friend was Cocoa, the first portuguese water dog I have known. Cocoa migrated to Singapore in October. We were worried about the long trip and quarantine, but Cocoa made it just fine and handled the ten day quarantine easily. Now Cocoa is enjoying his family in Singapore. Portuguese Water Dogs are very adaptable. We recently moved from our hourse of 30 years to a smaller place nearby, and Goji handled it well. He is adjusting to not being by the San Francisco Bay all the time. Fortunately, the Bay isn't too long a drive from ...

Cocoa has Migrated to Singapore

The first time I ever heard about PWD's was when I met Cocoa. That was about six years ago, my daughter brought him over to our house by the Bay in Mill Valley Ca. I fell in love with him instantly, and was always happy to house sit him when his family had to travel. A year later, my Physician prescribed a Dog for my high blood pressure to get me out more away from my computers and robots. Well, my wife said "been there done that" and we did not get a dog until my daughter was diagnosed with ...

Portuguese Water Dogs Appreciation

Goji was a Doctor's Prescription for me. I had cardiology problems, and my doctor prescribed many medicines and a dog. About 9 months later Goji came to our household. This is a special video I made to appreciate him. You can make one too. See more about that here.

Breeds

Dog breed: Whippets

… to catch rabbits as a sport. They now use artificial lures in the sport called Lure-Coursng.

The Whippet is a medium sized dog. They resemble Greyhounds but are smaller and more elegant. The breed comes in all different types of colors. …

Dog breed: Flat

… by the Labrador and Golden retrievers both of whom owe some of their genetic heritage to this breed.

By the end of World War II Flatcoat numbers had dwindled to such an extent the breed almost disappeared but a resurgence in interest in this …

Dog breed: Havanese

… similar. For a while it was feared the breed was becoming extinct, but several devoted dog lovers managed to find a few purebred Havanese scattered around the world and bred them to the sturdy, smart, funny companion dogs we have today.

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Dog breed: Newfoundland

… situations on the water where drowning fisherman and children needed to be dragged ashore.

Many folks outside of the dog world often assume that the Newfoundland descended from the Saint Bernard because of their very similar appearance and …

Should dogs be indoor or outdoor pets?

… percent indoor. But even that little critter deserves to enjoy several daily walks out in the world of fresh air, grass, to exchange sniffs with other dogs and make occasional visits to fire plugs.

There was a recent documentary on TV about …

The risks of neutering your male dog

… you consider the benefits of having an animal, who will not bring unwanted litters into the world, or exhibit aggressive or territorial behaviours.

Dogs that have other health issues, that might complicate as a result of anaethesia, should …

Finding a Proper Collar for Your Small Dog

… dog collar fit properly and is comfortable, you can be as creative as you like in your selection.

Finding a collar for a small dog is not always easy. Many stores that do not sell just pet supplies often have limited choices. The best …

Dog Articles

Dog health: Home remedy treatments to soothe itching

… have the dog lay down. Talk soothingly to your dog and provide some treats to keep him relaxed.

Let your dog soak in the oatmeal water for at least 15 minutes, longer if he will tolerate it. Do not use soaps or shampoos, and do not rinse …

How to make your pet dog a part of the family

… are the things to do

DO’S

1. Walk your dog daily. It needs fresh scenery and exercise just as much as you do. Take water for your dog, with a small container to put it in. I use a clean empty yogurt cup. When you see your dog out of …

Dogs and water: Their fear explained

… are known to have variation, because within any given population you will see variation in habits and mannerisms. A Portugese water-dog or a Terranova could be deathly afraid of water, where a golden retriver puppy (known for their aversion to water …

Bathtime for pet dogs

… groomer.

You must keep in mind that your dog will not need a hot bath. Some breeds can suffer skin damage from hot water. Dog shampoo is fine to use. Don’t use soap on your dog! Soap will dry out the dogs coat. Bubble bath is great as an …

Dogs: Helping your dog to have a healthy and happy life

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Lots of people think that just filling up a bowl with dry food every day and another bowl with water is all you have to do to keep your dogs inside’s healthy (not including injections and stuff) but it’s not. People need a varied diet and you know …

Your Dog’s Water

… never offer water to vomiting dogs; this is perhaps the only time to make sure dogs don’t have access to water. If a dog vomits for more than a twenty-four hour period it should see a vet immediately.

In addition to better health, proper …

Should dogs be allowed on the beach?

… . There is something about the smell and the air of the beach along the ocean. It is fun but both my dog and I feel the same way about salt water. We both want a shower or bath when we get home from the salt water beach. We both prefer the beach …