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Name	Spanish Water Dog	Brittany	French Brittany
Origins	Spain	France	France
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany breeds.	Perro De Agua Español	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton	No data available
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 40-49 pounds (18-22 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 44.5 pounds (20 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Spanish Water Dog or Brittany or French Brittany? Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany height comparison:	Male: 17-20 inches (44-50 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1000-$1200	$700-$800	$700-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Spanish Water Dog or Brittany or French Brittany?	Frequent: The Spanish Water Dog is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.	Average: The French Brittany is a commonly available dog breed.

Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which breed ranks highest?	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low: The French Brittany is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which is easiest to train?	Spanish Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.	French Brittany dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which breed is most alert?	Spanish Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	French Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which breed is most protective?	Spanish Water Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.	French Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany? Compare temperaments.	Affectionate Loyal Trainable Athletic Diligent	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Spanish Water Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany?	High: Spanish Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: French Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany social needs comparison:	Spanish Water Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	French Brittany dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Spanish Water Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the French Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	French Brittany 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Spanish Water Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The French Brittany barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which breed is most playful?	The Spanish Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	The French Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Spanish Water Dog breed in the home.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Brittany indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep French Brittany indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which breed is most flexible?	Spanish Water Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	French Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Spanish Water Dog or Brittany or French Brittany?	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.	Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Spanish Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The French Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which uses mouth most during play?	Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	French Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Spanish Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ French Brittany bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which breed lives longest?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Spanish Water Dog: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of French Brittany: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which handles climate changes best?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which has fewer health issues?	The Spanish Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The French Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Spanish Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The French Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Cherry Eye Distichiasis Addison's Disease Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Neuroaxonal Dystrophy	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy	Ear Infections Epilepsy Eye Problems Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism

Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which breed is most active?	Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.	French Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Spanish Water Dog or Brittany or French Brittany? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Spanish Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.	French Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Spanish Water Dog or Brittany or French Brittany?	Spanish Water Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.	French Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Spanish Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The French Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. What colors are available?	Black White Chestnut Black & White Brown & White	White Orange Liver Roan	White Orange Liver Roan
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Spanish Water Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The French Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which drools least?	The Spanish Water Dog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The French Brittany is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Spanish Water Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The French Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Curly Waterproof Woolly No Undercoat Grow into dreadlocks	Feathered	Dense
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Spanish Water Dog or Brittany or French Brittany? Spanish Water Dog or Brittany or {name3 shedding:	Spanish Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.	French Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.
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Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which is best with kids?	Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	French Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Spanish Water Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.	French Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Spanish Water Dog or Brittany or French Brittany? Which dog is more friendly?	Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	French Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Spanish Water Dog or Brittany or French Brittany?	Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.	French Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Spanish Water Dog or Brittany or French Brittany?	Spanish Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	French Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany?	Yes Spanish Water Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes French Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Spanish Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No French Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Spanish Water Dogs are not the best breed for elderly people.	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	French Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Spanish Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really French Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which has most military use?	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.

Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	1-11 puppies, average 6	1-11 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Spanish Water Dog vs Brittany vs French Brittany Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Spanish Water Dog, Brittany, and French Brittany. Which has most recognition?	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 American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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