



I'm Cindy P., the breeder behind North Shore PWD puppies coming this summer! located in Deerfield, IL. My puppies are bred for health, sound temperament, and structure. I have been a breeder, trainer, and owner of Portuguese Water Dogs for over 22 years. All of my dogs have titles in Water work, Agility, Obedience and rally. Showing their versatility and love of working beside their owner. I am passionate about the well being of this amazing breed.

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Cindy has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
Cindy partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 7 weeks old.
“I take great care in placing each puppy with the right family. Puppies are matched once they are old enough for me to evaluate their temperaments and personalities. This usually takes place around 7 weeks of age. ”

“This price includes Champion bloodline, responsible breeding practices, ALL health clearances on both parents, microchip, vaccinations and AKC registration. Your deposit will give you a spot on my puppy waitlist. Puppy selection and placement does not take place until all puppies are temperament tested and evaluated for each puppy and family’s best fit.”
Cindy 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 Cindy 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 Cindy directly.
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You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Cindy.
Meet in Deerfield, IL
4322 miles away
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Club memberships
Cindy is a member of Portuguese Water Dog Club Of America and The Greater Chicagoland PWD Club.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Cindy has been a member of Good Dog for almost 6 years
Cindy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

North Shore PWD puppies coming this summer! meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

Portuguese Water Dog
About Haven
Haven is a female Portuguese Water Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cindy decided to make her part of their program. Cindy 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.
Good level
North Shore PWD puppies coming this summer! 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.
Elbow Dysplasia (Preliminary), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
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 (SHOR)
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.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Brucellosis
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy, Chondrodystrophy (CDDY and IVDD Risk) with or without Chondrodysplasia (CDPA), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), GM1 Gangliosidosis, Portuguese Water Dog Type, Early Onset Progressive Retinal Atrophy (EOPRA)
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).