Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
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Norwegian Elkhound, Black
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) vs Norwegian Elkhound, Black
Compare Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) and Norwegian Elkhound, Black 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 Elkhound, Black
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
43 – 47 cm
43 – 49 cm
Weight
16 – 22 kg
18 – 27 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
5/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
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 Elkhound, Black
Super smart
Easy to train
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 Elkhound, Black
Medium, powerful black spitz with curled tail, bred in Scandinavia to track and hold moose and other large game. Alert, vocal and loyal, it needs plenty of daily exercise and mental work. Robust and weatherproof, it suits experienced, active owners and remains rare outside its homeland.
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