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

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Name Spanish Water Dog Portuguese Water Dog Moscow Water Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Perro De Agua Español Cao De Agua
Portie
Water Dog
Moscow Retriever
Moscow Vodolaz
Moskovsky Vodolaz
Moscow Diver
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

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

Size
Which is bigger, Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Moscow Water Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Moscow Water Dog?
Medium Medium Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog 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) 99-154 pounds (45-70 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) 126.5 pounds (57.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Moscow Water Dog? Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog 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) 25-28 inches (64-72 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) 26.5 inches (68 cm)

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

Price
Which is cheaper, Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Moscow Water Dog? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$1200 $2500-$2800 Unavailable
Availability
Which is easier to get, Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Moscow Water Dog?
Frequent: The Spanish Water Dog is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.
Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.

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

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog 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 Moscow Water Dog 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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Moscow Water Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Moscow Water Dog?
Spanish Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Moscow Water Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Moscow Water Dog? 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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Moscow Water Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog 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 Moscow Water Dog? Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Affectionate
Loyal
Trainable
Athletic
Diligent
Intelligent
Docile
Obedient
Brave
Impetuous
Quarrelsome
Protective
Powerful
Courageous
Dominant
Gentle
Calm
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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Moscow Water Dog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog?
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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Average to High: Moscow Water Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog 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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Moscow Water Dog 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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Moscow Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Moscow 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 vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog 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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The Moscow Water Dog is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog?
Average: The Spanish Water Dog barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks.
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Average: The Moscow Water Dog barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Moscow Water Dog?
It is not recommended to keep the Spanish Water Dog breed in the home.
Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.
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 Moscow Water Dog indoors.

Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog 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.
Average: Moscow Water Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Moscow Water Dog?
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.
Moscow 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.

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

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spanish Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Moscow Water Dog bite force: The Strongest.
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 Moscow Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog 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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Moscow Water Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog?
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 Moscow Water Dog 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 Moscow Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog 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
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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 Moscow Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Spanish Water Dog, Portuguese Water Dog and Moscow Water Dog 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
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Moscow Water Dog: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog?
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 cold weather
The Moscow Water Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Moscow Water Dog? Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog energy level comparison:
Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Moscow Water Dog 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 Moscow Water Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Moscow Water Dog? 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.
Moscow Water Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Moscow Water Dog?
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.
Moscow Water Dog 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 Moscow Water Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Moscow Water Dog?
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. 4 to 7 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 Moscow Water Dog 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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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Moscow Water Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog coat comparison:
Curly
Waterproof
Woolly
No Undercoat
Grow into dreadlocks
Curly Dense
Waterproof
Colors
What are the original Spanish Water Dog, Portuguese Water Dog and Moscow Water Dog color?
Black
White
Chestnut
Black & White
Brown & White
Black
White
Brown
White & Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Moscow Water Dog? Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog 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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Advanced: The Moscow Water Dog requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Moscow Water Dog? 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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Moscow Water Dog dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Moscow Water Dog?
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 Moscow Water Dog 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 Moscow Water Dog?

Medium

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

Low 🔽

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

Medium

The Moscow Water Dog has an average 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 Moscow Water Dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog 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.
Moscow Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Moscow Water Dog? 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.
Moscow Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Moscow Water Dog?
Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Moscow Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Moscow Water Dog?
Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Moscow Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog or Moscow Water Dog?
Spanish Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Moscow Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog?
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
Moscow Water Dog 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
Moscow Water Dog 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.
Moscow Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog 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 Moscow Water Dog? 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: Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog?

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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Yes

Moscow Water Dog 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.

Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog 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 Moscow Water Dog have?
4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies 4-12 puppies

Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Moscow Water Dog 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. 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. Not recognized by FCI.
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
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