Swansea Portuguese Water Dog

Nancy W.

Breeder of Portuguese Water Dogs

Meet the breeder

I'm Nancy W., the breeder behind Swansea Portuguese Water Dog located in Zephyrhills, FL. We are breeders who are constantly striving to provide and preserve the best of our breed. These dogs are so loyal and smart. We want to make sure we are doing our part to enable them to reach their potential in all areas. We want to place each puppy in a home that will give them as much love and attention as we do.

Q. & A. with Nancy

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I worked in a vet clinic and assisted in several deliveries. I loved every minute of it.
  • What makes your program special?

    I do a lot of research when choosing the sire and dams. I want to produce the best pups possible.
  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Getting a puppy from Nancy

Nancy 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 $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“This price includes AKC registration, 1st round of vaccinations, eye examinations, worming treatment. No deposit.”

Contract & health guarantee

Nancy 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 Nancy 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 Nancy 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 Nancy.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Zephyrhills, FL

795 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Tampa Airport

817 miles away

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More about Nancy

  • Club memberships

    Nancy is a member of Portuguese Water Dog Club of America.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Judge.

  • Nancy has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years

    Nancy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

Nancy is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Swansea Portuguese Water Dog 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Swansea Portuguese Water Dog 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 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 (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.

  • OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, GM1 Gangliosidosis, Portuguese Water Dog Type, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy

    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).

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