Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
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Griffon Nivernais
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) vs Griffon Nivernais
Compare Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) and Griffon Nivernais 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)
Griffon Nivernais
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
43 – 47 cm
53 – 62 cm
Weight
16 – 22 kg
20 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
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
Griffon Nivernais
High energy
Super smart
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 Griffon Nivernais
The Griffon Nivernais is an ancient French, medium‑sized scenthound with a shaggy grey‑fawn coat and rustic look. Bred for boar and deer, it’s energetic outdoors yet calm and affectionate at home. Sociable with other dogs, it needs ample exercise, mental work and gentle, patient training.
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