Keeshond
VS
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Keeshond vs Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Compare Keeshond 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
Keeshond
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
48 – 49 cm
43 – 47 cm
Weight
14 – 20 kg
16 – 22 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
2/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
5/5
2/5
Shedding
5/5
1/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Keeshond
Great with kids
Easy to train
Medium
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Keeshond
The Keeshond is a medium, sturdy spitz with a thick wolf‑grey double coat and trademark eye “spectacles.” A devoted family companion, it is affectionate, alert, and vocal but rarely aggressive. Intelligent and lively, it trains well with gentle methods and needs regular brushing and daily interaction.
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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