Shiba Inu
VS
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Shiba Inu vs Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Compare Shiba Inu 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
Shiba Inu
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
36 – 42 cm
43 – 47 cm
Weight
7 – 11 kg
16 – 22 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
3/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
2/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
5/5
1/5
Barking level
3/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Shiba Inu
Stubborn
Small
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Shiba Inu
Ancient Japanese spitz-type hunting dog, small yet muscular with foxlike face, curled tail and plush double coat in red, black and tan or sesame with urajiro. Independent, catlike, loyal but reserved, strong-willed, high prey drive, needs early socialisation, firm positive training and regular exercise.
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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