Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
VS
Portuguese Podengo
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) vs Portuguese Podengo
Compare Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) and Portuguese Podengo 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)
Portuguese Podengo
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
43 – 47 cm
55 – 70 cm
Weight
16 – 22 kg
20 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
13 – 17 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Portuguese Podengo
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Large
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 Portuguese Podengo
Ancient Portuguese hunting dog in three sizes (small, medium, large) and two coats (smooth or wire). Lean, athletic and alert, it’s lively, clever and affectionate. Needs substantial exercise, positive training, and mental stimulation, but is generally robust and long‑lived.
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