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Physical Characteristics of thePortuguese Water Dog
(from the American Kennel Club
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Despite Chenze’s influence, many of her first offspring had some serious health problems. This made it quite difficult to find homes for her puppies and other Portuguese Water Dog litters that followed. Despite the breed’s many fine qualities, many people were unwilling to take a chance with an unfamiliar breed.
During the 1960s, when many countries, including the US, were still recovering from financial difficulties from past wars, it was hard enough to find homes for dogs of breeds that had been in the country for decades. Therefore it was nearly impossible for a rare breed that had just recently arrived to establish a stronghold and substantial following. Fortunately, there was a handful of dedicated Portuguese Water Dog fanciers that was determined to keep the breed alive and well. These individuals were committed to do their best to produce healthier and sturdier dogs. This adamant group would go on to form the first club for the breed. In 1972, the Portuguese Water Dog Club of America was established. Its first president would be Herbert H. Miller, Jr.
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