Schnauzer

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The Schnauzer is compact and easy to take on adventures. This breed is not good in apartments because they may bark if bored. Your Schnauzer can be a good watchdog.

Schnauzers are usually sociable and often good with other pets. However, this breed has a deep chasing instinct, so he may not do well in a home with cats, gerbils, guinea pigs or other small animals. Be careful on walks – your Schnauzer may bolt if he sees something interesting to chase.

Training

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Your Schnauzer should be trained early to socialize or he may become upset and bark at strangers regularly. This breed can be stubborn, so be consistent with your positive training. The Schnauzer is intelligent and should be taught tricks that will provide mental stimulation.

Exercise

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Schnauzers require a good amount of daily exercise. They are used to chasing, and should be able to run and play daily to fulfill this need.

Grooming

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The Schnauzer needs to be groomed to keep his coat healthy. He is a low shedder with a wirey coat that should be brushed and trimmed regularly.

Health

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Schnauzers need daily exercise and mental stimulation.

Portuguese Water Dog

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The Portuguese Water Dog has a fascinating history. This breed was taken to sea by the Portuguese fishermen for companionship and as a work dog. If a fisherman fell overboard, the Portuguese Water Dog would jump in and pull the fisherman to safety with his tail.

Smart, sweet and loyal, the Portuguese Water Dog can be a nice family pet. This breed is not known for barking often, but does make interesting sounds and barks when he does care to vocalize.

The Portuguese Water Dog loves to chew. Always provide this dog with plenty of chew toys.

Training

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Your Portuguese Water Dog, or Portie, is a working dog. This breed excels at any type of valuable “work,” and can be trained to help his master.

Exercise

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The Portuguese Water Dog wants to be with his owner at all times. He wishes to help, and can work for is master to receive his exercise. Be sure your Portie gets plenty of outside and running time.

Grooming

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The Portuguese Water Dog has wavy and curly hair, similar to a poodle’s hair. Brush weekly to prevent matting and trim every few months. This single coated dog is known to be good with people who have mild allergies.