Spanish Water Dog
The rustic, corded Spanish all-rounder—herder, water dog, and vigilant guard.
Overview. The Spanish Water Dog is a rustic, curly-to-corded dog from Spain, a versatile herder of sheep and retriever of waterfowl.
History & Origin
An ancient Iberian working dog; its coat is never brushed but sheared, forming cords.
Appearance & Coat
Medium and athletic, with a woolly coat in many colors that cords if left unclipped.
Temperament
Hardworking, loyal, and alert, it is a trainable, watchful companion.
Care & Exercise
Needs exercise and shearing (not brushing) of the coat.
FCI Recognition
Recognized by the FCI in Group 8 (Retrievers – Flushing Dogs – Water Dogs).
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