Can Portuguese Water Dogs Be Guard Dogs?

Considering to own a Portuguese Water Dog puppy and wondering whether a Portuguese Water Dog can be a good watch dog or if Portuguese Water Dogs are protective of their owners?

According to our chart, Portuguese Water Dogs score 4 star out of 5 in the scale of breeds that are considered the best guard dogs.


Can Portuguese Water Dogs Be Guard Dogs?

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Can Portuguese Water Dogs Be A Watch Dog?

    This dog is not recommended to be a watchdog.

    Training a Portuguese Water Dog To Be a Watch Dog

    A lot of people get a pet dog because they want extra safety and security around their households. A guard dog, or a canine that will really stop an intruder, typically takes unique breeding and training, but there are many dogs that are outstanding watch dogs.

    A watch dog merely alarms their owner to somebody approaching their home. Even if your dog isn't a police dog, most barking dogs will deter an intruder even if they aren't large. Most guard dogs also make terrific watch dogs, but not all watch dogs make good guard dogs.

    Top 5 Best Guard Dogs

    1. Doberman Pinscher - The Doberman Pinscher is German breed initially used for protecting, police and military work. They are large, powerful dogs that will alert their owners to questionable activity and can make good guard dogs as well.

    2. Cairn Terrier - Although small, the Cairn Terrier is intense. They are strong-willed, fiery little terriers that are really observant of their surroundings and will alert their owners to any novel activity in no time. Because of this, they make excellent watch dogs.

    3. Rottweiler - The Rottweiler is a large German guard dog breed that is deeply loyal to its family but wary of strangers. Although, they are not a good choice for inexperienced canine owners.

    4. German Shepherd - They are terrific guard dogs that will inform their owners of any strangers just a little too close to their homes.

    5. Akita - They will quickly notify their owners to any uncommon activity. They are powerful dogs that are not well-suited for the amateur owner, but are almost unparalleled in their loyalty to their owners.

Can Portuguese Water Dogs Be Guard Dogs

Portuguese Water Dog Information

The Portuguese water dog is a robust dog of medium build, slightly longer than it is tall. It is strong and well-muscled, able to work both in and out of the water for long periods. It has a profuse single coat, either wavy or curly. Two clips are acceptable: the lion clip, in which the muzzle and middle part, up to the tail tip, are clipped; and the retriever clip, in which the entire coat is scissored to about 1 inch in length, with the tail tip again left full length. The water dog's expression is steady, penetrating and attentive, reflecting its spirited disposition.

The Portuguese Water Dog is one of exceptional intelligence and trainability, obeying any orders given by its master with willingness and pleasure. It is obedient both to those who care for it and to those for whom it works. It has a spirited disposition, is brave and independent, and resistant to fatigue. Its expression is hard and penetrating. The breed has splendid sight and a fair scenting capability.

What to do if you lose your Portuguese Water Dog

If your Portuguese Water Dog or any other pet has gone missing and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. Report your missing pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. List the missing pet on the Local Lost Pets Facebook Groups Here.

3. Phone the local vet clinics to see if anyone has brought in your lost pet.

4. Telephone the RSPCA or Visit the RSPCA Lost Pets website and complete a Lost Pet Report.

5. Visit Lost Pets Pages of Animal Shelters.

What to do if you find a lost Portuguese Water Dog

If you find a Portuguese Water Dog or any other pet and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. Report the found pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. List the missing pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups.

3. Phone the Local Authority to collect the lost animal.

4. Take the animal to the local Animal Shelter near to your suburb.

5. Take the animal to the local Vet Clinic who can scan the animal’s microchip and contact the registered owner of the pet.

Laws Regarding Missing Pets

1. It is against the law to keep any animal that you find.

2. Pets are generally considered property and it is illegal to take and keep someone else’s property.

3. You must contact your local animal control unit and file a FOUND AN ANIMAL report for any dog or cat you find.

4. To reclaim your lost dog, cat or other pet from the animal shelter you must pay a release fee.

5. If your dog or cat is unregistered, you will have to register your pet before you can take it home.




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