Spanish Water Dog vs Roman Rottweiler

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

Spanish Water Dog vs Roman Rottweiler
Spanish Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Spanish Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
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General Details
Spanish Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
16-20 Inches
24½-30 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
75-120 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Spanish Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Origin Country
Spain
Italy
Origin Year
1100 AD
74 AD
Temperament
Spanish Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
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
Roman Rottweiler
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Spanish Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Spanish Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Energy Level
High
Low to High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Spanish Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
None
Low
Dander
None to Low
Low
Drool
Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Spanish Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Spanish Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Spanish Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Above Average
Fighting
Average
Above Average
Guarding
Above Average
None
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Spanish Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Spanish Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Distichiasis
Cherry eye
Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency
Neuroaxonal dystrophy
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Obesity
Back issues
Joint problems
Drooling
ACL injury
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Spanish Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Curly
Double
Coat Texture
Wooly
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Spanish Water Dog
Roman Rottweiler
Breed Colors
Beige
Beige
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Brown
Brown
Brown and White
Brown and White
White
White
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