Portuguese Water Dog vs Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Breed Compatibility
56% Compatible
Energy Level
Portuguese Water Dog: Energetic0.8
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Very Compatible
Trainability
Portuguese Water Dog: Easy Training0.8
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: May be Stubborn0.2
Less Compatible
Grooming Needs
Portuguese Water Dog: Daily Brushing0.8
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: Weekly Brushing0.4
Moderately Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Portuguese Water Dog5/5
Czechoslovakian Vlcak1/5
Good with Other Dogs
Portuguese Water Dog4/5
Czechoslovakian Vlcak1/5
Good with Strangers
Portuguese Water Dog4/5
Czechoslovakian Vlcak3/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Portuguese Water Dog
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
PRA: Progressive retinal atrophy
GM1: Storage disease disorder
JDCM: Juvenile dilated cardiomyopathy
EOPRA: Early-onset eye disease
Storage Disease: Metabolic disorder
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development issue
PRA: Progressive retinal deterioration
Degenerative Myelopathy: Spinal cord disease
Bloat: Gastric torsion risk
Allergies: Environmental sensitivities
Pros & Cons Comparison
Portuguese Water Dog
Pros
Highly intelligent
Non-shedding coat
Excellent swimming ability
Great family companion
Athletic and versatile
Cons
High grooming needs
Requires extensive exercise
Can be stubborn
Expensive maintenance
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Pros
Highly intelligent
Excellent guard dog
Athletic and agile
Strong bond with family
Cons
High exercise needs
Challenging to train
Not for novice owners
Strong prey drive
Portuguese Water Dog Fun Fact
These dogs were trained to dive underwater to retrieve fishing gear and could swim for hours in cold ocean waters.
Czechoslovakian Vlcak Fun Fact
One of few recognized dog breeds with recent documented wolf ancestry, created through controlled breeding.
Heritage & Purpose
Portuguese Water Dog
Origin:
Maritime working dogs of Portuguese fishing vessels during the 15th century, helping retrieve gear and herd fish into nets while serving as boat guardians and messengers.
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Origin:
Developed in 1955 in Czechoslovakia through systematic breeding of German Shepherds with Carpathian wolves, creating military and border patrol working dogs.
Special Considerations
Portuguese Water Dog
Requires professional grooming every 6-8 weeks. Daily exercise essential for physical and mental well-being. Regular eye and hip examinations recommended.
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Needs extensive socialization, high-intensity exercise, and experienced handling. Regular grooming during shedding seasons and consistent training essential.
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