Boskimo

Boskimo History

The Boskimo, also known as the Portuguese Water Dog, is a curly coated water retriever and is the largest of the Portuguese water dogs. The coat of the Boskimo is usually white. The tongue is dark and is pink in males and dark brown in females. The adult male weighs from 35-50 kg (77-110 lb) and the adult female 25-40 kg (55-88 lb). The coat of the puppy is black, brown or gray and should lighten to a lighter shade, such as blonde or gold, by 5-6 months of age.

Boskimo Physical Characteristics

The Boski is a medium-sized, short-haired breed of domestic dogs of the spitz family. They originated in Norway and were bred as sledding and herding dogs. They are often nicknamed “snowshoes” because of their webbed feet.

Boskimo Health

Description of breed health.

Boskimo Temperament and Behaviour

The Boskimo is an energetic, playful, and fun loving breed of canine. They are very intelligent and like to learn new things, which makes this breed a good choice for students. They are protective of their families and make good watch dogs.

Boskimo Activity Requirements

The Boskimo is a designer dog that is considered both athletic and intelligent. These dogs are companion animals and are not typically kept as guard or protection dogs. The Boskimo is a high-energy dog that requires plenty of exercise and mental stimulation to be healthy and happy. This pup thrives when it has a job to do. They are happiest when they are given tasks to perform or when they have a companion to keep them company. The Boskimo does well in homes with people who are willing to provide it with regular exercise and companionship. They are intelligent and eager to please, which makes them easy to train. If you are looking for a smart, playful, and high-energy companion, the Boskimo might be a good fit for you.

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