Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
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Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) vs Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Compare Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) and Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne) 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
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
43 – 47 cm
53 – 63 cm
Weight
16 – 22 kg
22 – 28 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
2/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
1/5
Characteristics
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Summary
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.
About Auvergne Pointer (Braque d'Auvergne)
Medium French pointing dog with black‑and‑white “ink splash” coat, calm yet athletic. Sensitive, affectionate and people‑oriented, it bonds closely with its family. A versatile hunter needing 1.5–2 hours of daily activity, it is rare outside France but valued for its rustic, working character.
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