Portie Club PWD's
Meet the breeder
I'm Jennifer H., the breeder behind Portie Club PWD's located in Mount Vernon, OH. Welcome! Because there is so much to discuss, I encourage you to call me for a chat. Our AKC, CERTIFIED Bred With H.E.A.R.T. Portuguese Water Dog parents are fully DNA tested with Optimal Selection as well as OFA certified and X-rayed for excellent hip health. Puppies are raised from birth using methods that keep hips and elbows from becoming loose as their soft, flexible bones begin to harden in the first 8 weeks. All testing is shown with each dog on our site. Our dogs and puppies enjoy well-balanced, homemade meals prepared with ingredients specific to canines of their size and energy level for optimal health and nutrition. My husband claims I cook more for them than us!🤣 Our puppies go home with important knowledge on dangerous over-vaccination, spay/neuter information, and the best recipes, including kibble, to ensure they live their best life, healthy and happy! They are, first and foremost, part of our family. Our puppies are raised in our home with constant supervision and lots of activity, assuring you a well-socialized, confident, and lovable family member with a beautiful temperament. We also perform neurological and socialization methods with the puppies, some of which come from ENS/ESI methods. Puppies also go home trained to potty outdoors along with no-nip methods a family will continue after taking their puppy home. We chat at length with people and encourage talking with many breeders to make sure we are a good fit before we place our puppies. Please see our wonderfully transparent and informative site at portieclub . com for answers to most of your questions and then some! You can enjoy many pictures, videos, and kind words from current Portie Club puppy parents. A happy, healthy puppy makes a happy family! I look forward to chatting with you! Take Care, Jenn.
Q. & A. with Jennifer
Why did you start breeding?
The love and enjoyment our dogs have provided us throughout the years has encouraged us to share their calm, gentle lines and exceptional temperaments they consistently pass on to their offspring. We not only care about improving this uncomparable breed but spreading the love and companionship they give to those approved families fortunate enough to be able to share their lives with them.What makes your program special?
The great care, research, time, and money we put into our program can't compare to what they give back. That being said, our dogs, puppies, and the families they go to speak for themselves...literally!What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include brown and white, black and white, black, and brown. 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.
Bristol
Went homeMale
Cortina
Went homeFemale
Tahoe
Went homeMale
Pica
Went homeMale
Alyeska
Went homeFemale
Fernie
Went homeFemale
Chamonix
Went homeFemale
Burke
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Jennifer
Jennifer 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
"Our price reflects not only the quality of our dogs and puppies, but the money, time, lifetime support, extensive research, testing, 24 hour care and love that goes into raising each litter. Our Portie Club families go home with confident, socialized, well-centered puppies with unbeatable temperaments set up for a long, disease free life at their forever homes. Through research with cutting edge veterinarians and organizations, we implement methods from birth that insure the best hip, neurological, and overall health for the lifetime of your new family member. Our Portie Club parents go home armed with all the information they need to keep their pup happy and healthy. Im always happy to help educate anyone interested in the PWD breed. I’m also happy to guide families to other like-breeders if needed. See our site Portie Club for many pictures, videos, informative topics, amazing reviews and all testing results. Thank you! Fully refundable deposits are taken after approval. If life should happen and you can't go forward with your puppy, your refund will be returned in full."
Contract & health guarantee
Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer directly.
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
Extras
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Jennifer.
Breeder's location
Meet in Mount Vernon, OH
4203 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at John Glenn Columbus Airport
4237 miles away
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Meet in Detroit, MI
4134 miles away
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More about Jennifer
Certifications & recognitions
OFA Certified, DNA for Dog Breeders (Institute of Canine Biology), AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Jennifer has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Jennifer was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Jennifer is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Portie Club PWD's 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
Olive, mom
Portuguese Water Dog
About Olive
Olive is a female Portuguese Water Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jennifer decided to make her part of their program. Jennifer 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.
Shumpert, dad
Portuguese Water Dog
About Shumpert
To know him is to love him. His charming personality mirrors his kind expression. Shump's exuberance, athletic ability, loyalty, and intuitive nature will steal the heart of anyone he meets. His gentle and friendly character makes him a favorite with kids and small animals alike. He's even good friends with our bird, Kaiser! Shumpert has an Irish marked, black and white wavy coat, bright, expressive eyes, and an extensive range of different sounds that let you know exactly what he needs. He is on the larger size for a Portie, weighing in at around 55lbs. Shumpert has been DNA tested using Optimal Selection for over 275 genetic abnormalities, including those recommended by PWDCA, OFA Certified, Hips X-rayed showing excellent hip health, diversity tested, which shows no inbreeding, and AKC Bred With H.E.A.R.T Certified. Come and visit anytime! He'll greet you with a wag and a snuggle. After meeting him, you're sure to leave with a warm and fuzzy appreciation for the PWD breed.
Uploaded health tests
Microphthalmia Syndrome (PES), Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy, +3 more.
Breeze, mom
Portuguese Water Dog
About Breeze
Breeze is our overachiever. It seems there is nothing she doesn't excel in. Friendliness, intelligence, confidence, love, contentment, and excellent manners are just a few of her gifts. From her sweet-as-pie personality to her beautiful hazel-brown eyes, Breeze has it all. When it comes to whole-body booty shaking, she's the best. Her entire body wags in delight with her tail. Grabbing the closest toy or sock and whining with joy is her favorite way to greet. She is always so happy to welcome anyone that walks through the door. Breeze is also an outstanding babysitter. She was always there to give Moxie a well-needed break with the puppies, a positive sign that Breeze herself would be an excellent mother. Her patience, nurturing nature, and loving disposition will serve her well in raising healthy, happy puppies that are sure to carry on her unbeatable traits. DNA tested using Optimal Selection for over 275 genetic abnormalities, including those recommended by PWDCA. OFA certified, Diversity tested, which shows no inbreeding, Hips X-rayed, showing excellent hip health, and is certified AKC Bred With H.E.A.R.T.
Uploaded health tests
Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), +2 more.
Albus, dad
Portuguese Water Dog
About Albus
Albus is a male Portuguese Water Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Jennifer decided to make him part of their program. Jennifer 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.
Uploaded health tests
Wisdom Panel, OFA/CHIC DNA Repository.
Capri, mom
Portuguese Water Dog
About Capri
Capri is a female Portuguese Water Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jennifer decided to make her part of their program. Jennifer 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.
Uploaded health tests
Wisdom Panel, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA).
Poppy, mom
Portuguese Water Dog
About Poppy
Poppy is a female Portuguese Water Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jennifer decided to make her part of their program. Jennifer 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.
Sophie, mom
Portuguese Water Dog
About Sophie
Sophie is a female Portuguese Water Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jennifer decided to make her part of their program. Jennifer 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
Portie Club PWD's 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 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.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Temperament Test, Standard Veterinary Blood Panel
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.
X-Linked Progressive Retinal Atrophy (XL-PRA), X-Linked Progressive Retinal Atrophy 2, X-Linked Progressive Retinal Atrophy 1, X-Linked Myotubular Myopathy, Wisdom Panel, von Willebrand Disease III (vWD III), Ullrich Congenital Muscular Dystrophy, Trapped Neutrophil Syndrome, Cohen Syndrome (TNS), Thrombopathia (RASGRP2 Exon 8), Siberian Husky Shaking Puppy Syndrome, Type 1 (SPS1), Spongy Degeneration with Cerebellar Ataxia (SDCA2) mutation originally found in Belgian Shepherd Dog, Spongy Degeneration with Cerebellar Ataxia (SDCA1) mutation originally found in Belgian Shepherd Dog and Malinois, Spinal Dysraphism (SD), Spinocerebellar Ataxia (SCA), Skeletal Dysplasia (SD2), Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Disease, Frisian Water Dog Type, Retinal Dysplasia/Oculoskeletal Dysplasia 2, Sensory Neuropathy, Border Collie Type (SN), Retinal Dysplasia/Oculoskeletal Dysplasia 1 (RD OSD), Renal Cystadenocarcinoma and Nodular Dermatofibrosis (RCND), Recurrent Inflammatory Pulmonary (Collie Type) - Single Assay Test, Pyruvate Dehydrogenase Phosphatase 1 Deficiency (PDP1), Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, Protein-Losing Nephropathy (PLN; NPHS1 Gene Variant), PRA, Rod-Cone Dysplasia 4 (rcd4), PRA, Rod-Cone Dysplasia 3 (rcd3), PRA, Rod-Cone Dysplasia 2 (rcd2), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Primary Hyperoxaluria, Primary Lens Luxation (PLL), Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia, Kartagner Syndrome (PCD), Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD), Pituitary Dwarfism, Persistent Müllerian Duct Syndrome, P2RY12 Receptor Platelet Disorder, Oculocutaneous Albinism, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 2 (NCL2), Neuroaxonal Dystrophy (NAD), Spanish Water Dog Type, Neonatal Encephalopathy with Seizures (NEwS), Neonatal Cortical Cerebellar Degeneration (NCCD), Narcolepsy, Labrador Retriever Type, Musladin-Leuke Syndrome (MLS), Mucopolysaccharidosis VI (MPS VI), Poodle Type, Malignant Hyperthermia (MH), Lundehund Syndrome, Long QT Syndrome, Ligneous Membranitis, LM (PLG), Late Onset Ataxia, Spinocerebellar Ataxia (LOA, SCA), Lagotto Storage Disease (LSD), Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy (JME), Juvenile Laryngeal Paralysis & Polyneuropathy (JLPP), Inflammatory Myopathy (Myositis), Ichthyosis (KRY10), Hypocatalasia, Hereditary Vitamin D-Resistant Rickets (HVDRR), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK), Hereditary Footpad Hyperkeratosis, Hereditary Ataxia, Cerebellar Ataxia, GM2 Gangliosidosis, Poodle Type, GM1 Gangliosidosis, Alaskan Husky Type, Glycogen Storage Disease Ia, Fetal-Onset Neonatal Neuroaxonal Dystrophy (MFN1), Fanconi Syndrome, Factor XI Deficiency, Factor VII Deficiency, Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Episodic Falling Syndrome (EFS), Early Adult Onset Deafness (EAOD), Dry Eye Curly Coat Syndrome (CKSID), Diffuse cystic renal dysplasia and hepatic fibrosis, Dental-skeletal-retinal anomaly (DSRA), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Day Blindness, Achromatopsia, Cystinuria Type 1A, Newfoundland Type, Craniomandibular Osteopathy (CMO), Congenital Stationary Night Blindness (CSNB), Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome (CMS), Spanish Water Dog Type, Congenital Macrothrombocytopenia, Congenital Hypothyroidism with Goiter (CHG), Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), Cerebellar Degeneration, Cardiomyopathy and Juvenile Mortality (YARS2), Canine Multiple System Degeneration, Kerry Blue Terrier Type, Canine Multifocal Retinopathy (cmr3; BEST1 Exon 10 SNP), Bernard-Soulier Syndrome, Cocker Spaniel Type, Alanine Aminotransferase Activity, Bald Thigh Syndrome (IGFBP5), Early Onset Progressive Retinal Atrophy (EOPRA), Dominant Black DNA Test, D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, Dilated Cardiomyopathy 1 (DCM1), Chondrodystrophy, Norwegian Elkhound and Karelian Bear Dog Variant (ITGA10), Chondrodystrophy and IVDD Risk (CDDY-IVDD), PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 1 (PRA-crd1), Optimal Selection Genetic Disease Analysis (180+ Diseases), Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy, Genetic Diversity Test, GM1 Gangliosidosis, Portuguese Water Dog Type, DNA Disease Panel, Dilated Cardiomyopathy 2 (DCM2), Cleft Palate (ADAMTS20), Chondrodysplasia/Dwarfism, Animal Genetics Panel
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).
