If you want a pet that you can enjoy a dip with then these are the best breeds to choose.If you want a pet that you can enjoy a dip with then these are the best breeds to choose.
If you want a pet that you can enjoy a dip with then these are the best breeds to choose.

Water Dogs: Here are the 10 breeds of adorable dog who love swimming - including the loving Labrador Retriever 🐶

These dog companions are never happier than when they are splashing around in the sea, a river, a lake or a loch.

If you’ve been thinking about getting a new dog then you’re not alone – Kennel Club figures show that the number of people looking for puppies has surged to a record high in the last few years.

But with 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, there’s plenty of thinking to do before you select your family’s latest four-legged addition – whether you want a a large dog, family-friendly dog, or crossbreed.

There’s even academic guidance to seek out, with Psychologist Stanley Coren’s book ‘The Intelligence of Dogs’ ranking breeds by instincts, obedience, and the ability to adapt.

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But if you want a pup that is equally at home in the water as on land, then there are certain dogs that should top your wish list

Here are 10 of the breeds that are born to swim, according to the American Kennel Club.

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