Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
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Norwegian Buhund
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) vs Norwegian Buhund
Compare Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) and Norwegian Buhund 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)
Norwegian Buhund
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
43 – 47 cm
41 – 47 cm
Weight
16 – 22 kg
12 – 18 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
13 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
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
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
Characteristics
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Norwegian Buhund
High energy
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 Norwegian Buhund
The Norwegian Buhund is a medium, athletic Scandinavian spitz with a square build, erect ears, and curled tail. A people‑focused, vocal farm and herding dog, it is alert, energetic, and intelligent, excelling in dog sports and thriving in active homes needing a devoted watchdog.
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