While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Portuguese Water Dogs are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Dach-Griffon is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Brave
Impetuous
Obedient
Docile
Intelligent
Quarrelsome

Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Sensitive
Courageous
Devoted
Lively
Inquisitive
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable
Clever

Portuguese Water Dogs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Dach-Griffons aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The Kennel Club

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

700 BC

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
White
Brown

Black
Brown
Red

Portuguese Water Dogs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Dach-Griffons have medium-length coats.

Curly

Wiry

A Portuguese Water Dog can have a litter of 10-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Dach-Griffon can have a litter of 4-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Follicular Dysplasia

Bloat
Diabetes

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

None

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Urinalysis
Serum Chemistry
Optical Examination

Portuguese Water Dogs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Dach-Griffons have low energy levels, ideal for a relaxed lifestyle.

Portuguese Water Dog has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Dach-Griffon has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Portuguese Water Dogs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Dach-Griffons need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Portuguese Water Dogs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Dach-Griffons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Portuguese Water Dog dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

The Dach-Griffon is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Portuguese Water Dogs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Dach-Griffons are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Portuguese Water Dog, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dach-Griffon, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Portuguese Water Dogs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Dach-Griffons usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Portuguese Water Dog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Dach-Griffons require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Portuguese Water Dog should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Dach-Griffon should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

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Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 42-60 pound (19 - 27 kg) Portuguese Water Dog feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Dach-Griffon feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Portuguese Water Dog is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Dach-Griffon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Portuguese Water Dog is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Dach-Griffon is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Portuguese Water Dog is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Dach-Griffon has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

The Portuguese Water Dog is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Dach-Griffons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Portuguese Water Dogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Dach-Griffons are not the best choice for families with kids.

Portuguese Water Dogs are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Dach-Griffons are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Portuguese Water Dogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Dach-Griffons have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Portuguese Water Dogs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Dach-Griffons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.