Curly-coated Retriever vs Portuguese Water Dog

Compare the Curly-coated Retriever to the Portuguese Water Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Curly-coated Retrievers and Portuguese Water Dogs.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Curly-Coated Retriever
Portuguese Water Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Portuguese Water Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
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General Details
Portuguese Water Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
8-12 Years
Height
17-22 Inches
23-27 Inches
Weight
35-60 Pounds
60-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Portuguese Water Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Origin Country
Portugal
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1297 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Portuguese Water Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
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
Curly-Coated Retriever
Traits
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Portuguese Water Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Portuguese Water Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Portuguese Water Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
None
Medium
Dander
None to Low
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Portuguese Water Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Portuguese Water Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Portuguese Water Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
None
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Portuguese Water Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
8-12 Years
Health Concerns
Portuguese Water Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Ectropion
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Irritable bowel syndrome
Gangliosidosis
Hair Loss
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Heart problems
Eye diseases
Hair Loss
Glycogen storage disease type III
Exercise Induced Collapse
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Portuguese Water Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Curly
Single
Curly
Single
Coat Texture
Wavy
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Portuguese Water Dog
Curly-Coated Retriever
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Brown
Brown
Brown and White
Brown and White
White
White
Black
Black
Liver
Liver
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