Dogs to fish with?

I am in the process of doing extensive research on the right pooch for me. While getting a purebred is tempting, I will most likely go to my county animal shelter or Humane Society when the time is right. I am looking for a list of breeds to reference for when I do come across the dogs that will be up for adoption.
I joined DogTime to get suggestions and help for this list.

Since I live in Portland, Oregon and go fishing and camping quite often, I am looking for a loyal companion who likes to do the same. BUT MOST IMPORTANTLY, I want a dog who will go down to the river with me but not splash around and scare the fish!! Then back to the campsite to relax. That simple. I have started with an Otterhound at the top of the list and want to learn about all possibilities in any kind of mix of the mutt I eventually adopt. So:

FISHING
CAMPING
LOYAL
SEMI-QUIET

Thanks for any advice and help!

It may be hard to find rescue group that has a rare dog like a Portuguese Water Dog or Otterhound, but sometimes breeders will adopt out adult dogs they’re not using in their breeding program, but who are still great pets. You could try contacting the aKC clubs for these breeds and asking if they can help steer you in the right direction.

Other option is to go to a rescue or shelter that does a thorough job of matching people to dogs, and tell them exactly what you want.

Did you know that the Labrador Retriever originally earned his keep as a “fisherman’s helper?” He hauled nets, fetched ropes, and retrieved fish from the chilly North Atlantic!

Lots more info on Labs here: Labradors