Tagalong

Tagalong is a Portuguese water dog breeder in Kensington, MD, Montgomery County and the Washington metropolitan area near Washington, D.C. The operation follows guidelines set by national breed associations, maintains transparent health records for each dog and conducts screenings for hip, eye and cardiac conditions. Puppies spend time indoors with family activities and have access to a secure outdoor run for play, promoting adaptability and a healthy lifestyle.

Benita Bottom ensures each puppy receives individual attention from birth, with regular handling and gradual introduction to common household sounds. Small litter sizes allow focus on temperament and social skills, including supervised visits with children, cats and other dogs for smooth transitions into new homes. Home-based record keeping tracks vaccination schedules, weight milestones and behavioral notes, shared openly with families for informed care. Families often mention the puppies’ calm curiosity and readiness to learn, traits that align with the breed’s loyal and energetic nature.