Spanish Water Dog vs Miniature Australian Shepherd

Compare the Spanish Water Dog to the Miniature Australian Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Spanish Water Dogs and Miniature Australian Shepherds.

Spanish Water Dog vs Miniature Australian Shepherd
Spanish Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Spanish Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
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General Details
Spanish Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
13-15 Years
Height
16-20 Inches
13-18 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
30-40 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Spanish Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Origin Country
Spain
United States
Origin Year
1100 AD
1978 AD
Temperament
Spanish Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Spanish Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Spanish Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Spanish Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Spanish Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
None
Medium
Dander
None to Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Spanish Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Spanish Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Spanish Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Average
None
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Spanish Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Spanish Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Distichiasis
Cherry eye
Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency
Neuroaxonal dystrophy
Progressive retinal atrophy
Glaucoma
Pediatric cataracts
Drug sensitivity
Retinal dysplasia
Iris coloboma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Spanish Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Curly
Double
Coat Texture
Wooly
Wavy
Coat Length
Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Spanish Water Dog
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Colors
Beige
Beige
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Brown
Brown
Brown and White
Brown and White
White
White
Black
Black
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Liver
Liver
Red Merle
Red Merle
White and Black
White and Black
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