Japanese Spitz
VS
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Japanese Spitz vs Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Compare Japanese Spitz 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
Japanese Spitz
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
29 – 38 cm
43 – 47 cm
Weight
5 – 7 kg
16 – 22 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
5/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
4/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
1/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Japanese Spitz
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Tiny
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Japanese Spitz
The Japanese Spitz is a small to medium, people‑oriented companion with a pure white double coat that’s easy to maintain with regular brushing. Lively, intelligent, and trainable, it suits apartments with daily exercise. Naturally alert and vocal, it is usually friendly once introduced.
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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