Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Compare Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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)
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
43 – 47 cm
45 – 51 cm
Weight
16 – 22 kg
17 – 23 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
10 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
2/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
Characteristics
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Medium, athletic retriever, the smallest of its group, bred in Nova Scotia to lure and retrieve waterfowl. Has a red, foxlike, water‑repellent coat, high intelligence, and emotional sensitivity. Needs substantial daily mental and physical activity and can excel in many dog sports.
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