Last Updated: Jun 18, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Doberman Pinscher Versus Portuguese Water Dog: Introduction
- Doberman Pinscher versus Portuguese Water Dog: Overview
- Doberman Pinscher versus Portuguese Water Dog: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog
- The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog
- Size Comparison of the Doberman Pinscher versus Portuguese Water Dog
- Appearance (Colors) of the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog
- Lifespan of Doberman Pinscher versus Portuguese Water Dog
- Temperament of the Portuguese Water Dog Versus the Doberman Pinscher
- Price of Doberman Pinscher versus Price of Portuguese Water Dog
- The Popularity of Doberman Pinscher versus Popularity of Portuguese Water Dog
- Health Problems of Doberman Pinscher versus Health Problems of Portuguese Water Dog
- Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus Portuguese Water Dog
- Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Portuguese Water Dogs?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Portuguese Water Dog?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the Portuguese Water Dog?
- Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Portuguese Water Dogs?
- Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Portuguese Water Dog?
- Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Portuguese Water Dog
- How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Portuguese Water Dogs?
- Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Portuguese Water Dog?
- Do Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Portuguese Water Dogs?
- Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Portuguese Water Dog
- Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Doberman Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher versus Portuguese Water Dog. Which One is a Better Pet?
Doberman Pinscher Versus Portuguese Water Dog: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Doberman Pinscher and for the Portuguese Water Dog. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Doberman Pinscher or the Portuguese Water Dog.
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Doberman Pinscher versus Portuguese Water Dog: Overview
A very important difference between the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Doberman Pinscher is a large-sized dog while the Portuguese Water Dog is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog are Working Dogs. This means both the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
Doberman Pinscher versus Portuguese Water Dog: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Doberman Pinscher to the Portuguese Water Dog based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog
Factor | Doberman Pinscher | Portuguese Water Dog |
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Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 5/5 |
General Health | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Life Span | 10 to 13 years | 10 to 14 years |
Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Height | 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder | 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Weight | 60 to 80 pounds | 35 to 60 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 11.5 years | 12.0 years |
Average Price | $1910 | $2510 |
Price Range | $1100 – $2500 | $2000 – $2850 |
Temperament Score | 79.5 percent | 77.9 percent |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | ||
Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 15 | 50 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Doberman Pinscher in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Portuguese Water Dog. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Doberman Pinscher is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Portuguese Water Dog is 84 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Portuguese Water Dog, we still believe that the Doberman Pinscher is a better pet than the Portuguese Water Dog.
This is because Doberman Pinschers are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Doberman Pinscher will come out on top.
Also, we are biased in favor of the Doberman Pinscher :-). We are for the Doberman Pinscher. So get a Doberman Pinscher!
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The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog
Below is a list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog are most different:
The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog
The Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Doberman Pinscher versus Portuguese Water Dog
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog.
The Doberman Pinscher weighs 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. The Doberman Pinscher is 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Portuguese Water Dog weighs 35 to 60 pounds when fully grown. The Portuguese Water Dog is 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the when fully grown.
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Appearance (Colors) of the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog
Doberman Pinscher Colors
The Doberman Pinscher comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Black
- Bicolor
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
- Brown / Chocolate
- Merle (Blue)
- Gray / Blue / Silver
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
The Doberman Pinscher comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- Brown / Chocolate
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Black
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
Portuguese Water Dog Colors
The Portuguese Water Dog comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Black
- White / Cream
The Portuguese Water Dog comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- White / Cream
- Brown / Chocolate
Lifespan of Doberman Pinscher versus Portuguese Water Dog
The lifespan of the Doberman Pinscher is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of the Doberman Pinscher is 11.5 years.
The lifespan of the Portuguese Water Dog is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of the Portuguese Water Dog is 12.0 years.
The Portuguese Water Dog live longer than the Doberman Pinscher.
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Temperament of the Portuguese Water Dog Versus the Doberman Pinscher
The Doberman Pinscher has a better temperament than the Portuguese Water Dog.
This is because the temperament score for the Doberman Pinscher is 79.5 percent while the temperament score for the Portuguese Water Dog is 77.9 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 79.5 percent, the Doberman Pinscher has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 77.9 percent, the Portuguese Water Dog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog by measuring the temperaments of 1780 Doberman Pinschers and 163 Portuguese Water Dogs.
Price of Doberman Pinscher versus Price of Portuguese Water Dog
The average price of the Doberman Pinscher puppy is $1910. The price of the Doberman Pinscher typically ranges from $1100 – $2500. However, the price of a Doberman Pinscher can be as low as $300 and as high as $7500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 476 Doberman Pinscher puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Portuguese Water Dog puppy is $2510. The price of the Portuguese Water Dog typically ranges from $2000 – $2850. However, the price of the Portuguese Water Dog can be as low as $500 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 329 Portuguese Water Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Portuguese Water Dog is more expensive than the Doberman Pinscher.
Doberman Pinscher | Portuguese Water Dog | |
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Average Price | $1910 | $2510 |
Price Range | $1100 to $2500 | $2000 to $2850 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Doberman Pinscher and Portuguese Water Dog. For different price points, the charts show how many Doberman Pinscher puppies or how many Portuguese Water Dog puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
![A breakdown of the prices of Doberman Pinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.](https://i0.wp.com/dobermancare.com/wp-content/uploads/images/doberman-pinscher-prices-average-range.jpg?w=900&ssl=1)
A breakdown of the prices of Doberman Pinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
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A breakdown of the prices of Portuguese Water Dogs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Doberman Pinscher puppy or the Portuguese Water Dog puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
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The Popularity of Doberman Pinscher versus Popularity of Portuguese Water Dog
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Doberman Pinscher is more popular with dog owners than the Portuguese Water Dog. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Doberman Pinscher is 15 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Portuguese Water Dog is 50 out of about 200 dog breeds.
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Popularity of Doberman Pinscher
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Popularity of Portuguese Water Dog
Year | Doberman Pinscher Popularity Rank | Portuguese Water Dog Popularity Rank |
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2013 | 12 | 49 |
2014 | 14 | 52 |
2015 | 14 | 52 |
2016 | 15 | 51 |
2017 | 16 | 54 |
2018 | 17 | 50 |
2019 | 19 | 49 |
2020 | 18 | 49 |
2021 | 16 | 44 |
Health Problems of Doberman Pinscher versus Health Problems of Portuguese Water Dog
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Portuguese Water Dog is prone to more genetic health problems than the Doberman Pinscher.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Portuguese Water Dog than for the Doberman Pinscher.
6 health tests are recommended for Doberman Pinscher while 11 tests are recommended for the Portuguese Water Dog.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Doberman Pinschers and in Portuguese Water Dogs.
Doberman Pinscher Health Problems
Doberman Pinschers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Doberman Pinscher puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Doberman Pinscher puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Doberman Pinscher breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Doberman Pinschers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Doberman Pinschers here.
Portuguese Water Dog Health Problems
Portuguese Water Dogs are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Portuguese Water Dog puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Portuguese Water Dog puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Portuguese Water Dog breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Portuguese Water Dogs for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Portuguese Water Dogs here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Doberman Pinschers and Portuguese Water Dogs
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Doberman Pinscher Breed is Dilated Cardiomyopathy problems.
This is because the Doberman Pinscher ranks 1 out of 3 dog breeds for Dilated Cardiomyopathy problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 562 Doberman Pinschers, 37 of them had Dilated Cardiomyopathy problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Doberman Pinschers, and how common these diseases are in Doberman Pinschers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Portuguese Water Dog Breed is Early Onset Pra problems.
This is because the Portuguese Water Dog ranks 1 out of 1 dog breeds for Early Onset Pra problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 788 Portuguese Water Dogs, 0 of them had Early Onset Pra problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Portuguese Water Dogs, and how common these diseases are in Portuguese Water Dogs relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in Doberman Pinscher and in Portuguese Water Dog and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog:
Disease | Doberman Pinscher Rank | Portuguese Water Dog Rank |
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Dilated Cardiomyopathy problems | 1 out of 3 dog breeds | Not Common |
Von Willebrands problems | 1 out of 15 dog breeds | Not Common |
Advanced Cardiac problems | 26 out of 71 dog breeds | Not Common |
Congenital Cardiac problems | 26 out of 159 dog breeds | Not Common |
Dentition Database problems | 40 out of 49 dog breeds | Not Common |
Thyroid problems | 45 out of 115 dog breeds | 59 out of 115 dog breeds |
Degenerative Myelopathy problems | 53 out of 70 dog breeds | Not Common |
Eyes problems | 75 out of 182 dog breeds | 140 out of 182 dog breeds |
Elbow problems | 133 out of 144 dog breeds | 111 out of 144 dog breeds |
Hips problems | 147 out of 198 dog breeds | 94 out of 198 dog breeds |
Early Onset Pra problems | Not Common | 1 out of 1 dog breeds |
Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems | Not Common | 15 out of 32 dog breeds |
*To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.
Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus Portuguese Water Dog
Doberman Pinschers do not like to be left alone.
Portuguese Water Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Portuguese Water Dogs?
Doberman Pinschers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Portuguese Water Dogs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Portuguese Water Dog?
Doberman Pinschers are very easy to groom.
Portuguese Water Dogs require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the Portuguese Water Dog?
Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.
Portuguese Water Dogs get along very well with other dogs.
Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Portuguese Water Dogs?
Doberman Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Portuguese Water Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Portuguese Water Dog?
Doberman Pinschers are very easy to train.
Portuguese Water Dogs are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Portuguese Water Dog
Doberman Pinschers have a very high tendency to drool.
Portuguese Water Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Portuguese Water Dogs?
Doberman Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Portuguese Water Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Portuguese Water Dog?
Doberman Pinschers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Portuguese Water Dogs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Portuguese Water Dogs?
Doberman Pinschers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Portuguese Water Dogs bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Doberman Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Portuguese Water Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Portuguese Water Dog
Doberman Pinschers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Portuguese Water Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Doberman Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.
Portuguese Water Dogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Doberman Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Portuguese Water Dog?
Doberman Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Portuguese Water Dogs adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Doberman Pinscher or the Portuguese Water Dog?
Doberman Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.
Portuguese Water Dogs are OK for new dog owners.
Doberman Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Doberman Pinscher compares to other breeds aside from the Portuguese Water Dog. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Doberman Pinscher to other breeds:
Doberman Pinscher versus Borzoi Doberman Pinscher versus Alaskan Klee Kai Doberman Pinscher versus Keeshond Doberman Pinscher versus Finnish Lapphund Doberman Pinscher versus Kerry Blue Terrier Doberman Pinscher versus Bouvier des Flandres Doberman Pinscher versus Chinese Shar-Pei Doberman Pinscher versus Coton de Tulear Doberman Pinscher versus Dutch Shepherd Doberman Pinscher versus Brussels Griffon Doberman Pinscher versus Azawakh Doberman Pinscher versus Cane Corso Doberman Pinscher versus Portuguese Water Dog Doberman Pinscher versus Pomeranian Doberman Pinscher versus Akbash Doberman Pinscher versus Bich Poo Doberman Pinscher versus Lhasa Apso Doberman Pinscher versus Sloughi Doberman Pinscher versus German Longhaired Pointer
Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher versus Portuguese Water Dog. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Doberman Pinscher and the Portuguese Water Dog better suits you and your family.