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

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Name Spanish Water Dog Portuguese Water Dog Dachshund
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Perro De Agua Español Cao De Agua
Portie
Water Dog
Bassotto
Sausage Dog
Tekkel
Tekkel Doxie
Weenie Dog
Worshond
Teckel
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

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

Size
Which is bigger, Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Dachshund? Which is the smallest dog, Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Dachshund?
Medium Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund weight comparison:
Male: 40-49 pounds (18-22 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg) Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 44.5 pounds (20 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg) Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg) Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Dachshund? Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund height comparison:
Male: 17-20 inches (44-50 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm) Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm) Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)

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

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

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

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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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
Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund trainability comparison.
Spanish Water Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Dachshund dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Dachshund?
Spanish Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Dachshund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Spanish Water Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders.
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Dachshund dogs are average defenders.
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Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Dachshund? Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund behavior/temperament comparison:
Affectionate
Loyal
Trainable
Athletic
Diligent
Intelligent
Docile
Obedient
Brave
Impetuous
Quarrelsome
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Devoted
Lively
Clever
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.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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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: Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund?
High: Spanish Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund social needs comparison:
Spanish Water Dog dogs are a social breed.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Dachshund dogs are a social breed.
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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.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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.
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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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Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund playfulness comparison:
The Spanish Water Dog is a playful breed.
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The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed.
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Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund?
Average: The Spanish Water Dog barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks.
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A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Dachshund?
It is not recommended to keep the Spanish Water Dog breed in the home.
Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.

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

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Spanish Water Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Dachshund?
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.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Dachshund 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.

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

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spanish Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

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

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund?
The Spanish Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Addison's Disease
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy
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
Legg-perthes Disease
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Deafness
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Mitral Valve Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Acanthosis Nigricans
Baldness
Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Lymphocytic Thyroiditis
Narcolepsy
Veterinarian Visits
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 Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund lifespan comparison. How long do Spanish Water Dog, Portuguese Water Dog and Dachshund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Spanish Water Dog: 12 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund?
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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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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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Dachshund? Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund energy level comparison:
Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Dachshund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Spanish Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Dachshund?
Spanish Water Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

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

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Dachshund?
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Spanish Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund coat comparison:
Curly
Waterproof
Woolly
No Undercoat
Grow into dreadlocks
Curly Fine
Colors
What are the original Spanish Water Dog, Portuguese Water Dog and Dachshund color?
Black
White
Chestnut
Black & White
Brown & White
Black
White
Brown
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Silver
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Dachshund? Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Spanish Water Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Dachshund? Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or {name3 shedding:
Spanish Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Dachshund?
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
Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund 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, Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund?

Medium

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

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

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

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

Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund 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: Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Dachshund? 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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: Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund?

Yes

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

Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Dachshund breed usually doesn't like 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.

Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund 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 Spanish Water Dog and Portuguese Water Dog and Dachshund have?
4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies 4-8 puppies

Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Dachshund Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
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 Dachshunds group, in the section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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 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
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
Canadian Canine Registry

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