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Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cao De Agua or Korean Phungsan or Mutt of Alentejo? Find the right dog for you

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Name Portuguese Water Dog Pungsan Dog Rafeiro do Alentejo
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Cao De Agua
Portie
Water Dog
Korean Phungsan
Korean Poongsan
Poongsan
Mutt of Alentejo
Portuguese Mastiff
Alentejo Mastiff
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo breed type comparison:
Purebred Cross Breed Purebred

Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Which is the smallest dog, Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?
Medium Large Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Pungsan Dog? Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo weight comparison:
Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg) Male: 50-70 pounds (23-32 kg), Female: 40-60 pounds (18-26 kg) Male: 110-132 pounds (50-60 kg), Female: 100-121 pounds (45-55 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg) Male: 60 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg) Male: 121 pounds (55 kg), Female: 110.5 pounds (50 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo height comparison:
Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm) Male: 20-24 inches (51-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Male: 27-28 inches (66-75 cm), Female: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm) Male: 22 inches (55.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 27.5 inches (70.5 cm), Female: 26.5 inches (67 cm)

Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Which is more expensive?
$2500-$2800 Unknown $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?
Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.
Average: The Pungsan Dog is a commonly available dog breed.
Average: The Rafeiro do Alentejo is a commonly available dog breed.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo intelligence:
Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Pungsan Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo trainability comparison.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Pungsan Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are hard to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Pungsan Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders.
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Pungsan Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Docile
Obedient
Brave
Impetuous
Quarrelsome
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Obedient
Dominant
Loyal
Territorial
Independent
Protective
Territorial
Selfish
Calm
Confidence
Sober
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo?
High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Pungsan Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo social needs comparison:
Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Pungsan Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Pungsan Dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Rafeiro do Alentejo is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Pungsan Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo playfulness comparison:
The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed.
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Average: Pungsan Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Rafeiro do Alentejos don't really like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo?
Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks.
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Average: The Pungsan Dog barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Rafeiro do Alentejo rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?
Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Pungsan Dog breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Rafeiro do Alentejo breed.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Pungsan Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Pungsan Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Rafeiro do Alentejo bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Pungsan Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Rafeiro do Alentejo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo mouthiness comparison:
Portuguese Water Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Pungsan Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo?
The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Pungsan Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Rafeiro do Alentejos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Entropion
Ectropion
Distichiasis
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Addison's Disease
Megaesophagus
Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd)
Abnormally Small Eyes
GM-1 Storage Disease
Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Colitis
Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis
Lymphangiectasia
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Obesity
No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Pungsan Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Rafeiro do Alentejo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo lifespan comparison. How long do Portuguese Water Dog, Pungsan Dog and Rafeiro do Alentejo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Pungsan Dog: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Rafeiro do Alentejo: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Portuguese Water Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo energy level comparison:
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Pungsan Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Pungsan Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Pungsan Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?
2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Pungsan Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Rafeiro do Alentejo's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo coat comparison:
Curly Fine
Soft
Double
Harsh
Dense
Straight
Double
Colors
What are the original Portuguese Water Dog, Pungsan Dog and Rafeiro do Alentejo color?
Black
White
Brown
Cream
White
Black
Gray
Fawn
Yellow
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo grooming comparison:
Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Pungsan Dog requires a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Rafeiro do Alentejo doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or {name3 shedding:
Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Pungsan Dog dogs shed above average.
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Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
Yes See more. No See more. No See more.
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo?

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Pungsan Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Rafeiro do Alentejo has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Pungsan Dog is an average drooler.
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The Rafeiro do Alentejo is an average drooler.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Pungsan Dog dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Which dog is more friendly?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Pungsan Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pungsan Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Pungsan Dog dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Pungsan Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo?
Yes
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Pungsan Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Portuguese Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Pungsan Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Rafeiro do Alentejo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Pungsan Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Rafeiro do Alentejos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Portuguese Water Dog or Pungsan Dog or Rafeiro do Alentejo? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo?

Yes

Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Pungsan Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Rafeiro do Alentejo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Portuguese Water Dog and Pungsan Dog and Rafeiro do Alentejo have?
4-8 puppies 1-7 puppies 3-5 puppies

Portuguese Water Dog vs Pungsan Dog vs Rafeiro do Alentejo Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The Kennel Club
No data available No data available

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