Character

The Spanish water dog is originally a working dog, which makes them active and lively dogs. The Perro is very intelligent and likes to learn quickly. The dogs have an excellent memory, so they pick up everything quickly (both the positive and the negative). It is true that the Spanish water dog originally reacts with restraint to people other than its own family and new experiences. Partly for this reason, it is essential that socialization starts in the nest. Many Spanish water dogs relapse after about a year, as if they have forgotten what they have learned and that again requires patient repetition of socialization. Around the age of 2, the dog becomes more stable at that point, which also makes it easier and easier. However, the perro is a dog that must clearly know who is boss.

The dogs love challenges, both physical and mental. They need a lot of exercise and like to work for the boss. In general, Spanish water dogs are well suited to a variety of dog sports. You can think of sports such as obedience, agility, flyball, water work, frisbee, doggy dance and treibbal. Many Spanish water dogs also find it a pleasure to go on long walks or to go swimming. However, not all dogs like to swim. In addition to being physically active, the perro is a wonderful house dog that likes to be pampered. They don't have a great cuddliness factor for nothing. In general it can still be said that the dogs are social and like to play with other dogs. They also often get along well with children. The dogs often get along fine with cats after the correct introduction into the home.