Flat-coated Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog

Compare the Flat-coated Retriever to the Portuguese Water Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Flat-coated Retrievers and Portuguese Water Dogs.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Flat-Coated Retriever
Portuguese Water Dog
Flat-Coated Retriever
Portuguese Water Dog
Flat-Coated Retriever
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General Details
Portuguese Water Dog
Flat-Coated Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
8-10 Years
Height
17-22 Inches
22-24½ Inches
Weight
35-60 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Portuguese Water Dog
Flat-Coated Retriever
Origin Country
Portugal
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1297 AD
1859 AD
Temperament
Portuguese Water Dog
Flat-Coated Retriever
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Portuguese Water Dog
Flat-Coated Retriever
Traits
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Portuguese Water Dog
Flat-Coated Retriever
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
20-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Portuguese Water Dog
Flat-Coated Retriever
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Portuguese Water Dog
Flat-Coated Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
None
Medium
Dander
None to Low
Medium
Drool
None
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Portuguese Water Dog
Flat-Coated Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Portuguese Water Dog
Flat-Coated Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Portuguese Water Dog
Flat-Coated Retriever
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Portuguese Water Dog
Flat-Coated Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
8-10 Years
Health Concerns
Portuguese Water Dog
Flat-Coated Retriever
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Ectropion
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Irritable bowel syndrome
Gangliosidosis
Hair Loss
Cancer
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Portuguese Water Dog
Flat-Coated Retriever
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Curly
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Portuguese Water Dog
Flat-Coated Retriever
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Brown
Brown
Brown and White
Brown and White
White
White
Black
Black
Liver
Liver
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