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AVERAGE PRICE IN INDIA (BASIC) |
₹65,000 to ₹90,000 |
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BREED NAME |
Portuguese Water Dog |
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HEIGHT |
17-23 inches |
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WEIGHT |
16-27 Kilograms |
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COMMON COAT COLORS |
Black, Brown, White, White & Chocolate, Blue Belton |
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LIFE-SPAN |
10-14 Years |
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LITTER SIZE |
4-8 Puppies (approx.) |
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HYPOALLERGENIC |
Yes |
These water-loving canines hail from Portugal and they are known to possess webbed feet and a thick tail, both of which help these dogs to swim efficiently. They are also known as Cao de Agua which literally means “Dog of the Water.”
Portuguese Water Dogs are highly loving, docile and friendly in nature. They are very adaptable as well and they are a great fit for apartments too. These pooches have decent tolerance to both high and low temperatures which means they can comfortably thrive in most parts of the world. They also are very intelligent and smart and are pretty easy to train as well. So, all in all, this is an awesome breed for anyone who is looking to become a dog parent. But, in India, this is breed is still considered to be quite rare and its overall demand is also on the lower side and the main reason for that seems to be their low availability and high price.
Given below is the average price list of the Portuguese Water Dog puppies which are available in various variations.
If you are planning to bring a Portuguese Water Dog home and you want to get this canine from a breeder, then you should solely focus on getting it from a good and reputable breeder. A reliable breeder is someone who is aware of the puppy’s needs, explains that in detail to you and helps you decide if the Portuguese Water Dog is suitable for you or not. A good breeder also prioritizes a canine’s health and fitness over everything else. Many breeders in India do not care about such details. They simply upsell the breed to the buyers to get the high price and they are just looking to increase their profits. So, it is very important, that you get the pup of your dreams only from a trustworthy source.
If you want to become a dog parent and you want to ensure that the place you are getting your desired pooch from is trustworthy and reliable, then Adoption is the best option for you. There are tons of reputable Adoption centers in our country from where one can get the canine of their dreams. Not only these Adoption homes are reliable but you’ll also be helping out an animal in need and thereby supporting a great cause if you choose to Adopt the canine rather than getting it from a breeder’s place. You can also sometimes find some rare breeds such as the Portuguese Water Dogs at these Adoption places. We at Tailsbuddy have always supported Adoption of Dogs and if you want our help in adopting a pooch, then you can contact us or you can WhatsApp us on +91 9555566321 and we'll connect you to the best adoption centres as soon as possible.
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Now there are various factors that can affect the original Portuguese Water Dog price in India. These factors are as follows:
There are three different price categories for a Portuguese Water Dog (in India): Basic, KCI Registered and Show Quality.
Physical features such as the color of the coat or texture of the coat can influence the overall price of a canine. In case of Portuguese Water Dogs, these pooches can have two different kinds of coat and because of this, the overall price of this canine may vary. One kind of PWD might be pricier than the other kind. The two kinds of coats that PWDs can have are Curly and Wavy.
Also, Portuguese Water Dogs are found in a lot of different coat colors such as Black, Brown, White, White & Chocolate, Blue Belton and based on the rarity of the coat color, the price of this pooch may vary. The rarer the coat color, the higher might be the price.
There is a greater demand for puppies as compared to older or mature canines, hence the puppies usually cost more compared to grown-up pooches. Also, sometimes, male dogs are priced higher as compared to the female canines.
The cost of a purebred Portuguese Water Dog is higher than the mixed-breed as there are lesser chances for a purebred puppy to develop hereditary health problems as compared to the one that is mixed-breed.
Dogs that are not very easily available in a region tend to cost more compared to the pooches who are readily available in that region. And, as the Portuguese Water Dogs have very low availability in this country, the overall price of these canines is on the higher side.
Also, dogs that you get from a nearby location tend to cost less compared to the canines that are available at a faraway location. This is because when you get a dog from a faraway location, extra charges such as traveling expenses also gets added to the overall price of the canine thus increasing its cost.
If you are getting your dog from a popular and a reputed breeder, then again, its price can go fairly high. As getting a dog from a good breeder generally means you are getting a good quality pooch that has been maintained in hygienic and wholesome conditions.
The Portuguese Water Dogs are extremely well-built, medium-sized canines that are often referred to as the “Dogs of the Water”. Their webbed feet and thick tail help them a lot while swimming and performing various other water-related activities. These canines have a spirited and energetic personality and they are immensely obedient and faithful towards their human parents and loved ones. The section below will help you in deciding whether this breed is right for you or not.