Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
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Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català)
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) vs Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català)
Compare Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) and Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català) 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)
Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
43 – 47 cm
43 – 55 cm
Weight
16 – 22 kg
19 – 22 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
1/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
Characteristics
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català)
Great with kids
Low grooming
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 Catalan Sheepdog (Gos d’atura català)
Medium-sized herding dog from Catalonia with a rustic, shaggy double coat and expressive eyes. Loyal and people-focused, often bonding closely with one person. Intelligent, observant and naturally guarding, it needs daily exercise, mental work and regular but simple grooming.
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