What is
Temperament
Temperament is the natural way a person or animal typically thinks, feels, and behaves. It describes their usual personality traits like if they are calm or energetic. Keep in mind that genetics does play a big role in temperament.
Porti Temperament
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Friendly: Very affectionate with family and good with strangers
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Intelligent: They are quick learners and very easily trained
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Energetic: They have high energy levels and need daily exercise and mental stimulation
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Loyalty: They form strong bonds with their owners
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Social: With Proper socialization, they generally get along well with children and other pets
* For more Information visit the American Kennel Club*
Who Should Own a Porti
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Someone who lives an active lifestyle: The Portuguese Water Dog loves the outdoors and going on adventures with their owners
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Someone who wants a close companion: This breed tends to bond deeply with their families and like to be involved in activities, they tend to be "velcro" dog
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Someone who can provide consistency: These dogs do the best when a house hold has a set routine
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Someone who can commit to regular grooming: The Porti needs to be brushed daily and needs to be professionally groomed every 6-8 weeks to prevent mats
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Someone who can commit to training: These are highly intelligent dogs who need constant mental stimulation if not they become bored and possibly destructive
* This is an Audio Book that I highly Recommend if you are interested in a PWD*
