Dandie Dinmont Terrier
VS
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Compare Dandie Dinmont Terrier and Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
20 – 28 cm
43 – 47 cm
Weight
8 – 11 kg
16 – 22 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 13 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
4/5
2/5
Shedding
2/5
1/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Great with kids
Small
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Small, long-backed terrier with a distinctive silky topknot, the Dandie Dinmont is calm and affectionate at home but brave and determined outdoors. Originally bred to hunt otters and badgers, it has a low-shedding, high-maintenance coat and is rare, making responsible breeding vital.
About Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
The Spanish Water Dog is a medium, curly‑coated working breed from Spain, used for herding and water tasks. Loyal and often bonded to one person, it is energetic, intelligent, reserved with strangers, and a natural watchdog, needing substantial exercise, training, and specific coat care.
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