Maremma Abruzzese Sheepdog
VS
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Maremma Abruzzese Sheepdog vs Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Compare Maremma Abruzzese Sheepdog 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
Maremma Abruzzese Sheepdog
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
62 – 74 cm
43 – 47 cm
Weight
35 – 52 kg
16 – 22 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 17 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
3/5
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
3/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
1/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Maremma Abruzzese Sheepdog
Giant
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Maremma Abruzzese Sheepdog
Large, white Italian livestock guardian, the Maremma Abruzzese Sheepdog is powerful, weather‑resistant and deeply loyal yet reserved with strangers. Independent, strong‑willed and highly watchful, it needs space, secure fencing, experienced handling and regular coat care to thrive.
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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