Best Dog Breeds for Swimming and Water Activities 

Portuguese water dogs were given their moniker because of their inherent love for water. 

Portuguese 

These enthusiastic splashers don't need to be prodded to get in the water.

Portuguese 

Poodles are actually true water dogs at heart, despite what you might think if you saw one wandering along a city street rather than jumping into the water.

Poodle

One of the most well-known dogs in America for a long time is the labrador retriever,

Labrador retriever

who is content wherever they are as long as they are with their owners.

Labrador retriever

These retrievers, also known as Chessie, are a little stockier than Labs and have a thicker, denser coat. 

Chesapeake Bay retriever

The oily double coat of the Chesapeake Bay retriever offers great insulation and water resistance. 

Chesapeake Bay retriever

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