Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) vs Standard Schnauzer
Compare Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) and Standard Schnauzer 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)
Standard Schnauzer
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
43 – 47 cm
45 – 50 cm
Weight
16 – 22 kg
12 – 20 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
13 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
5/5
Trainability
3/5
5/5
Health
3/5
5/5
Grooming needs
2/5
4/5
Shedding
1/5
2/5
Barking level
2/5
3/5
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
Standard Schnauzer
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 Standard Schnauzer
Medium, robust farm‑bred dog with a wiry low‑shedding coat in pepper‑and‑salt or black. Intelligent, watchful and protective yet affectionate and playful. Needs daily exercise, mental work, early socialization and regular grooming; generally healthy and long‑lived.
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