They enjoy the water as much as they do on dry land and seem to look for any opportunity to swim, splash and enjoy water sports with their owner.
Considering the recent heat wave that has hit us (with a short refreshing break) and is only an announcement for the next, even hotter one, fans of swimming and water recreation are heavily planning activities, whether they are related to the pool, lake, sea or river. If they are also dog lovers, they probably want to bring along a faithful and active companion who also likes to bathe.
It is precisely this situation that prompts us to introduce dog breeds that really enjoy being in the water as much as they do on dry land, if not more.
1 Labrador retriever
It is widely known that this is one of the most popular dog breeds due to its incredible intelligence, friendliness (both towards children and other animals) and energy.
In addition, these dogs are known to be avid swimmers and enjoy spending their time fitting into the aquatic world.
2 Golden retriever
As in most things golden and labrador retrievers go hand in hand, their love of water is not significantly different. The golden retriever's coat is lovely, but also water-resistant, which allows it to spend a lot of time swimming.
3 Newfoundland
This breed is also known as the "gentle giant" because of its cuddly nature, but it is best known for its love of water. The layered and very long water-resistant coat allows this dog to actively stay in the water, which is a salvation from the heat that it does not tolerate well.
4 English setter
With his tame nature and excellent bird hunting skills, the English Setter finds swimming just another pastime he'll be happy to join.
5 Irish Setter
A dog with unusually red but beautiful hair, loyal to its owners, will always be ready to spend time with them in a water environment, whether on the beach or a nearby lake.
6 Lagoto Romagnolo
This is a breed that was considered the forerunner of all water dogs. Although today more emphasis is placed on its ability to find truffles, the original purpose of the Lagot Romajol was to hunt waterfowl, which is where their excellent swimming abilities come from.
7 Portuguese water dog
From the name of this and similar breeds, it is clear that these dogs are the best friends of fishermen and sailors. The combination of devotion to the water and the need for plenty of activity makes the Portuguese Water Dog ideal for water sports enthusiasts.
8 poodles
The poodle is a breed that is synonymous with taste, intelligence, sophistication and meticulousness, in fact it is not afraid to get dirty and wet, on the contrary - it enjoys water. In addition to a loyal, smart and elegant dog with an interesting hairstyle, getting a poodle will give you a devoted friend who is willing to spoil his hairstyle for the sake of enjoying a bath.
