Portuguese Water Dog
VS
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Compare Portuguese Water Dog 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
Portuguese Water Dog
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
43 – 57 cm
43 – 47 cm
Weight
16 – 25 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
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
4/5
2/5
Shedding
1/5
1/5
Barking level
3/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Portuguese Water Dog
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Portuguese Water Dog
The Portuguese Water Dog is a sturdy, medium‑sized, low‑shedding water lover with a curly or wavy coat. Intelligent, people‑oriented and energetic, it needs regular grooming, daily training, and plenty of exercise and swimming, thriving as an active, closely involved family companion.
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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