Lukos Portuguese Water Dogs
Meet the breeder
I'm Karen W., the breeder behind Lukos Portuguese Water Dogs located in California. Our dogs and pups are raised in our home and are loved as family. We strive to produce high-quality show prospects and companions. We enjoy training our dogs, competing in conformation shows, and spending lots of time with them doing a variety of other activities! We love our dogs dearly and are so proud of their accomplishments.
Q. & A. with Karen
Why did you start breeding?
I grew up a home where my parents were preservation breeders of West Highland White Terriers. This gave me a passion to breed dogs with a purpose. I fell in love with Portuguese Water Dogs and wanted to share my passion about this breed.What makes your program special?
Our dogs are very well socialized, raised in our home. So much play time with people and other dogs within our home. I breed for temperament and health. I have the ability to groom your puppy prior to going home, including nails and coat.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Karen
Karen 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 $1,000 refundable deposit and between $1,800 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Pay over time with Klarna.
“The price includes the guarantee, AKC registration, first round of vaccinations, deworming, puppy, socializations, and a grooming. To hold for a puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Karen 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 Karen 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 Karen 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
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Toys
- Food & treats
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Karen.
Breeder’s location
Meet in California
2326 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Sacramento Airport
2349 miles away
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More about Karen
Club memberships
Karen is a member of Hangtown Kennel Club, PWDCNC and PWDCA.
Karen has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Karen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Karen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Lukos 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
Litter and program updates
Karen W.
Program update on 29 Aug. •All puppies have been sold. We will be having a litter next year in the spring.
Karen W.
Program update on 06 June •Puppies were born on May 27. We have six boys and three girls.
Parent dogs
Kobe, dad
Portuguese Water Dog
About Kobe
Kobe is a male Portuguese Water Dog over 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Karen decided to make him part of their program. Karen 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.
Cleopatra, mom
Portuguese Water Dog
About Cleopatra
Cleopatra is a female Portuguese Water Dog over 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Karen decided to make her part of their program. Karen 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
Good level
Lukos 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
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.
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).
