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 Jug 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
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Portuguese Water Dogs shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Jugs shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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

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

Portugal

United States

poodle

Jack Russell, Pug

700 BC

1960s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
White
Brown

White
Fawn
White
Pied

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

Jugs have short coats.

Curly

Straight

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 Jug 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.

While the Portuguese Water Dog breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Jugs typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Follicular Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Entropion
Ectropion
Demodectic Mange
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Ataxia
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Atopy Dermatitis

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Radiographs
Neurological Testing

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

Jugs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Jug has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Jugs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Jugs bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Walking, Petting, Running, Run, Frisbee, Swim, Fetch, Nose work, Sniffing, Drinking water, Jogging, Walk, Tug-of-war, Jump

Fetch, Walking, Hiking, Hide and Seek, Frisbee, Car rides, Tug-of-war, Walk, Beach, Dog Parks, Run, Play, Shake, Playdate, Road trip, Nap, Chase, Swim, Sleep, Tag of war, Cuddle, Tag, Tug of war, Cuddling, Playing Ball

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.

Jugs 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 Jug, it's at least 5 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 Jugs usually need at least 45 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.

The Jug has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
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 13-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) Jug feed 0.8 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 Jug 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 Jug 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.

Jugs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

Jugs are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Jugs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Portuguese Water Dogs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Jugs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Jugs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.