Spanish Water Dog vs Miniature Poodle

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

Spanish Water Dog

Miniature Poodle

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General Details

Spanish Water Dog

Miniature Poodle

Breed Type

Purebred

Allergy Friendly

Yes

Lifespan

10-14 Years

14-15 Years

Height

16-20 Inches

10-15 Inches

Weight

30-50 Pounds

12-18 Pounds

Intelligence

Average

Above Average

History

Spanish Water Dog

Miniature Poodle

Origin Country

Spain

United Kingdom

Origin Year

1100 AD

1700 AD

Temperament

Spanish Water Dog

Miniature Poodle

Overall Friendliness

Above Average

Family Friendly

Above Average

Child Friendly

Average

Above Average

Pet Friendly

Average

Above Average

Stranger Friendly

Below Average

Above Average

Personality

Spanish Water Dog

Miniature Poodle

Traits

Affectionate

Aggressive

Willing to Please

Affectionate

Loving

Willing to Please

Living Environment

Spanish Water Dog

Miniature Poodle

Apartment

Yes

Indoor

Yes

Small Yard

Yes

Medium Yard

Yes

Large Yard

Yes

Temperature Tolerance

20-80 °F

35-80 °F

Barks/Howls

Average

Exercise Needs

Spanish Water Dog

Miniature Poodle

Energy Level

High

Exercise Required

High to Very High

Medium to High

Top Running Speed

20 MPH

18 MPH

Strength

High

Low to Medium

Grooming Needs

Spanish Water Dog

Miniature Poodle

Coat Maintenance

Low

High

Shedding

None

Dander

None to Low

None

Drool

Low

None

Instincts and Behavior

Breed Mentality

Spanish Water Dog

Miniature Poodle

Dominant / Alpha

Family / Pack

Yes

Independent

Yes

Breed Focus

Spanish Water Dog

Miniature Poodle

Distracted Easy

Yes

Focused & Patient

Yes

Breed Instincts

Spanish Water Dog

Miniature Poodle

Aggression

Below Average

None

Burrow / Digging

Below Average

None

Chasing

Below Average

Follow Commands

Below Average

Average

Fighting

Average

Below Average

Guarding

Above Average

None

Herding

Above Average

Below Average

Hunting

Average

Protection

Above Average

None

Remove Vermin

Below Average

None

Sled Pulling

Below Average

None

Watch / Guardian

Above Average

Average

Health Comparison

Lifespan

Spanish Water Dog

Miniature Poodle

Average Lifespan

10-14 Years

14-15 Years

Health Concerns

Spanish Water Dog

Miniature Poodle

Common Health Issues

Addison's disease

Cataracts

Hip dysplasia

Progressive retinal atrophy

Allergies

Hypothyroidism

Distichiasis

Cherry eye

Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency

Neuroaxonal dystrophy

Addison's disease

Bloat

Hip dysplasia

Epilepsy

Appearance Comparison

Coat

Spanish Water Dog

Miniature Poodle

Coat Type

Hair

Coat Layering

Curly

Single

Coat Texture

Wooly

Rough

Wavy

Coat Length

Long

Coat Coloring

Spanish Water Dog

Miniature Poodle

Breed Colors