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Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cao De Agua or Perro De Agua Español or Dutch Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

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Name Portuguese Water Dog Spanish Water Dog Wetterhoun
OriginsPortugal flagPortugal Spain flagSpain Netherlands flagNetherlands
Group Working Dogs Gun Dog Gun Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Cao De Agua
Portie
Water Dog
Perro De Agua Español Dutch Spaniel
Otterhoun
Frisian Water Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun? Which is the smallest dog, Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog? Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun weight comparison:
Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg) Male: 40-49 pounds (18-22 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) 55-77 pounds (25-35 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg) Male: 44.5 pounds (20 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg) 66 pounds (30 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun? Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun height comparison:
Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (44-50 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm) 21.5-23 inches (55-59 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm) 21.14 inches (57 cm)

Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun? Which is more expensive?
$2500-$2800 $1000-$1200 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun?
Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Spanish Water Dog is easier than average to get.
Average: The Wetterhoun is a commonly available dog breed.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun intelligence:
Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun trainability comparison.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Wetterhoun dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Wetterhoun dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Wetterhoun dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun? Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Docile
Obedient
Brave
Impetuous
Quarrelsome
Affectionate
Loyal
Trainable
Athletic
Diligent
Stubborn
Quiet
Reserved
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Spanish Water Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun?
High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Spanish Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Wetterhoun dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun social needs comparison:
Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs are a social breed.
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Wetterhoun dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Spanish Water Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Wetterhoun dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Wetterhoun dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun playfulness comparison:
The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed.
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The Spanish Water Dog is a playful breed.
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Wetterhouns are not the most playful dog breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun?
Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks.
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Average: The Spanish Water Dog barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Wetterhoun rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun?
Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Spanish Water Dog breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Wetterhoun breed.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Spanish Water Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Wetterhoun dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Spanish Water Dog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spanish Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wetterhoun bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Spanish Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Wetterhoun has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun mouthiness comparison:
Portuguese Water Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Wetterhoun dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun health comparison. Which is the healthier: Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun?
The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Spanish Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Wetterhouns tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Entropion
Ectropion
Distichiasis
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Addison's Disease
Megaesophagus
Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd)
Abnormally Small Eyes
GM-1 Storage Disease
Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Colitis
Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis
Lymphangiectasia
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Addison's Disease
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy
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Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Spanish Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Wetterhoun should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun lifespan comparison. How long do Portuguese Water Dog, Spanish Water Dog and Wetterhoun breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Spanish Water Dog: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wetterhoun: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Portuguese Water Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun? Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun energy level comparison:
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Wetterhoun dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Spanish Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Wetterhoun dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Spanish Water Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Wetterhoun dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun?
2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Spanish Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Wetterhoun has an average risk for obesity.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun coat comparison:
Curly Curly
Waterproof
Woolly
No Undercoat
Grow into dreadlocks
Curly
Thick
Smooth
Coarse
Colors
What are the original Portuguese Water Dog, Spanish Water Dog and Wetterhoun color?
Black
White
Brown
Black
White
Chestnut
Black & White
Brown & White
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun? Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun grooming comparison:
Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Spanish Water Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Wetterhoun requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun? Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or {name3 shedding:
Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Wetterhoun dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun?

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Spanish Water Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Wetterhoun has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Spanish Water Dog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Wetterhoun is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Spanish Water Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Wetterhoun dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun? Which dog is more friendly?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Wetterhoun dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Wetterhoun dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Wetterhoun dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Spanish Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Wetterhoun dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun?
Yes
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Spanish Water Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Wetterhoun dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Portuguese Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Spanish Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Wetterhoun is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Spanish Water Dogs are not the best breed for elderly people.
Wetterhouns are usually recommended for elderly people.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Portuguese Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog or Wetterhoun? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun?

Yes

Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Spanish Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Wetterhoun breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Portuguese Water Dog and Spanish Water Dog and Wetterhoun have?
4-8 puppies 4-6 puppies 3-7 puppies

Portuguese Water Dog vs Spanish Water Dog vs Wetterhoun Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club

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