Spanish Water Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog

Compare the Spanish Water Dog to the Catalan Sheepdog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Spanish Water Dogs and Catalan Sheepdogs.

Spanish Water Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog
Spanish Water Dog
Catalan Sheepdog
Spanish Water Dog
Catalan Sheepdog
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General Details
Spanish Water Dog
Catalan Sheepdog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-14 Years
Height
16-20 Inches
17-19 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
40-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Spanish Water Dog
Catalan Sheepdog
Origin Country
Spain
Spain
Origin Year
1100 AD
Unspecified
Temperament
Spanish Water Dog
Catalan Sheepdog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Spanish Water Dog
Catalan Sheepdog
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Spanish Water Dog
Catalan Sheepdog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Spanish Water Dog
Catalan Sheepdog
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Spanish Water Dog
Catalan Sheepdog
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
None
Medium
Dander
None to Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Low to Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Spanish Water Dog
Catalan Sheepdog
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Spanish Water Dog
Catalan Sheepdog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Spanish Water Dog
Catalan Sheepdog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Spanish Water Dog
Catalan Sheepdog
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Spanish Water Dog
Catalan Sheepdog
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Distichiasis
Cherry eye
Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency
Neuroaxonal dystrophy
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Deafness
Dental problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Spanish Water Dog
Catalan Sheepdog
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Curly
Curly
Coat Texture
Wooly
Shaggy
Coat Length
Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Spanish Water Dog
Catalan Sheepdog
Breed Colors
Beige
Beige
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Brown
Brown
Brown and White
Brown and White
White
White
Fawn
Fawn
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