Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol)
VS
Samoyed
Samoyed

Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) vs Samoyed

Compare Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) and Samoyed 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)
Samoyed
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
43 – 47 cm
52 – 57 cm
Weight
16 – 22 kg
16 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
5/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
5/5
Shedding
1/5
4/5
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
Samoyed
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
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 Samoyed
Medium, strong Arctic spitz bred by the Samoyede people to herd reindeer, pull sleds, and share family tents. Noted for its “Samoyed smile” and heavy, low‑odor double coat. Social, energetic, vocal, and intelligent, it needs close companionship, firm positive training, and ample exercise.

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