Portuguese Water Dog vs Roman Rottweiler

Compare the Portuguese Water Dog to the Roman Rottweiler. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Portuguese Water Dogs and Roman Rottweilers.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Roman Rottweiler
Portuguese Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Portuguese Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
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General Details
Portuguese Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
17-22 Inches
24½-30 Inches
Weight
35-60 Pounds
75-120 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Portuguese Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Origin Country
Portugal
Italy
Origin Year
1297 AD
74 AD
Temperament
Portuguese Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
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
Average
Personality
Portuguese Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Traits
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Portuguese Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Portuguese Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Energy Level
High to Very High
Low to High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Portuguese Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
None
Low
Dander
None to Low
Low
Drool
None
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Portuguese Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Portuguese Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Portuguese Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Aggression
None
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Portuguese Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Portuguese Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Ectropion
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Irritable bowel syndrome
Gangliosidosis
Hair Loss
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Obesity
Back issues
Joint problems
Drooling
ACL injury
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Portuguese Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Curly
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Portuguese Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Brown
Brown
Brown and White
Brown and White
White
White
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