In Portugal, the breed is called Cão de Água  literally dog of water. 

Is a hypoallergenic dog breed, Their non-shedding qualities have made them more popular in recent years. The Portuguese Water Dog has recently gained more fame by being the chosen breed of U.S. president Barack Obama, who has two of them, Bo and Sunny. The Obama family chose the breed partly due to its hypoallergenic status. Bo was given to the Obama family as a personal gift from Senator Ted Kennedy.

 

Weight Male19–27 kg 

Female 16–23 kg 

Height Male50–57 cm 

Female43–52 cm