Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
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Miniature American Shepherd
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) vs Miniature American Shepherd
Compare Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) and Miniature American Shepherd 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)
Miniature American Shepherd
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
43 – 47 cm
33 – 46 cm
Weight
16 – 22 kg
9 – 14 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
11 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
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
4/5
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
Miniature American Shepherd
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Small
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 Miniature American Shepherd
Compact, athletic herding dog bred in the U.S. as a smaller Australian Shepherd. Intelligent, devoted, and “velcro” with family, often reserved with strangers. Needs regular training, mental work, and exercise. Medium double coat in varied colors; generally healthy with 12–15 year lifespan.
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