Spanish Water Dog vs Alaskan Klee Kai

Compare the Spanish Water Dog to the Alaskan Klee Kai. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Spanish Water Dogs and Alaskan Klee Kais.

Spanish Water Dog vs Alaskan Klee Kai
Spanish Water Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Spanish Water Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
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General Details
Spanish Water Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
12-16 Years
Height
16-20 Inches
17-17 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
10-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Spanish Water Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Origin Country
Spain
United States
Origin Year
1100 AD
1988 AD
Temperament
Spanish Water Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Spanish Water Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Living Environment
Spanish Water Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
15-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Spanish Water Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Spanish Water Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low to Medium
Shedding
None
High
Dander
None to Low
Medium to High
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Spanish Water Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Spanish Water Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Spanish Water Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Spanish Water Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
12-16 Years
Health Concerns
Spanish Water Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Distichiasis
Cherry eye
Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency
Neuroaxonal dystrophy
Hypothyroidism
Vaccination sensitivity
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Factor VII deficiency
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Spanish Water Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Curly
Double
Coat Texture
Wooly
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Long
Coat Coloring
Spanish Water Dog
Alaskan Klee Kai
Breed Colors
Beige
Beige
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Brown
Brown
Brown and White
Brown and White
White
White
Black and White
Black and White
Brown and White
Brown and White
Grey and White
Grey and White
Red and White
Red and White
Tan and White
Tan and White
White
White
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