Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
VS
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno

Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno

Compare Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) and Portuguese Podengo Pequeno 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 Pequeno
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
43 – 47 cm
20 – 30 cm
Weight
16 – 22 kg
4 – 6 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
5/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics

Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Medium
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
Great with kids
Tiny

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 Pequeno
Smallest of the Portuguese Podengos, the Pequeno is a compact, athletic rabbit hunter with smooth or wire coat. Alert, loyal and affectionate with family, it’s reserved with strangers and a keen watchdog. Needs daily exercise, mental stimulation, positive training and basic grooming.

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