Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
VS
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) vs Rhodesian Ridgeback
Compare Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) and Rhodesian Ridgeback 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)
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
43 – 47 cm
61 – 69 cm
Weight
16 – 22 kg
31 – 36 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
9 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
5/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
2/5
Shedding
1/5
2/5
Barking level
2/5
2/5
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
Rhodesian Ridgeback
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
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 Rhodesian Ridgeback
The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a powerful, athletic African hunting dog with a distinctive ridge of reverse-growing hair. Loyal and affectionate with family but reserved with strangers, it needs ample daily exercise, consistent positive training, and suits active, experienced owners.
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