Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
VS
Saluki
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) vs Saluki
Compare Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) and Saluki 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)
Saluki
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
43 – 47 cm
55 – 71 cm
Weight
16 – 22 kg
18 – 27 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
5/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
2/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
2/5
Shedding
1/5
1/5
Barking level
2/5
1/5
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
Saluki
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Stubborn
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 Saluki
The Saluki is an ancient, elegant sighthound known for speed, endurance, and a calm, sensitive nature. Gentle yet independent, it needs kind training, secure space to sprint, moderate grooming for its fine coat, and careful handling of strong chase and prey instincts.
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