Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) vs Yorkshire Terrier
Compare Spanish Water Dog (Perro de Agua Espanol) and Yorkshire Terrier 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)
Yorkshire Terrier
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
43 – 47 cm
20 – 25 cm
Weight
16 – 22 kg
3 – 4 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
13 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
2/5
Energy level
5/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
4/5
Shedding
1/5
1/5
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
Yorkshire Terrier
Super smart
Easy to train
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 Yorkshire Terrier
The Yorkshire Terrier is a tiny, confident toy dog originally bred as a rat catcher in northern England. It has a fine, silky coat needing regular grooming, is lively, intelligent and often vocal. Yorkies bond closely with their families, need daily activity, and can live a long, active life.
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