Spanish Water Dog has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Wire Fox Terrier has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Affectionate
Diligent
Trainable
Athletic
Loyal

Alert
Fearless
Keen
Intelligent
Bold
Friendly
Quick

Spanish Water Dogs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Wire Fox Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Spain

England

Ancient European Water Dog

rough-coated black and tan terrier

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers

10th Century

1800s

Herding (AKC:2015)
Gun Dog (UKC)

Terrier (AKC:1885 & UKC)

A Spanish Water Dog can have a litter of 10-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Wire Fox Terrier can have a litter of 13-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Spanish Water Dogs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Wire Fox Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Addison's Disease

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Shoulder Dislocation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Hip And Eyes
Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye
Hearing
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Spanish Water Dogs' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Wire Fox Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Spanish Water Dog has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Wire Fox Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Spanish Water Dogs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Wire Fox Terriers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Spanish Water Dogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Wire Fox Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Spanish Water Dog has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

Wire Fox Terrier minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Spanish Water Dogs bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Wire Fox Terrier dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Spanish Water Dog dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Long walks, Play

Walking, Jumping, Jogging, Road trip, Walk, Run, Fetch

The Spanish Water Dog has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Wire Fox Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Spanish Water Dog has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Wire Fox Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Wire Fox Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Spanish Water Dogs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Wire Fox Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Spanish Water Dogs are not the best choice for families with kids.

Wire Fox Terriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Spanish Water Dogs are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Wire Fox Terriers are not cat friendly.

Spanish Water Dogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Wire Fox Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Spanish Water Dogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Wire Fox Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Spanish Water Dogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Wire Fox Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.