Afortunado Portuguese Water Dogs
Meet the breeder
I'm Barb C., the breeder behind Afortunado Portuguese Water Dogs located in Wisconsin. We understand the importance of solid foundations. We compete in AKC and UKC conformation, performance and companion events. We believe there’s no greater joy than providing families with companions who share unconditional love no matter what.
Q. & A. with Barb
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Barb
Barb has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $500 refundable deposit and $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Barb may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Barb offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Barb directly.
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What’s included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Barb.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Wisconsin
671 miles away
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More about Barb
Club memberships
Barb is a member of Timber Ridge Obedience Club of Central Wisconsin, Portuguese Water Dog Club of Greater Chicagoland, and Portuguese Water Dog Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified, Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.
Barb has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Barb was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Barb is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Afortunado Portuguese Water Dogs meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Mesa, mom
Portuguese Water Dog
About Mesa
Mesa is a female Portuguese Water Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Barb decided to make her part of their program. Barb has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Afortunado Portuguese Water Dogs reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Portuguese Water Dogs.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered), Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
DNA Disease Panel, Microphthalmia Syndrome (PES), Early Onset Progressive Retinal Atrophy (EOPRA), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy, GM1 Gangliosidosis, Portuguese Water Dog Type
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
