Meet the spectacular Spanish Water Dog, the most versatile, athletic, irresistible pure-bred dog to come on the rare-breed dog scene in years! Although an ancient breed in its native Spain, the Perro de Agua Español, as it is known by its countrymen, has served the Spaniards as a herder and water dog for centuries. The only pure-bred dog known for its ability to dive under water in pursuit of fish or lost items, the Spanish Water Dog possesses many other unique traits, including its curly woolly coat that does not shed, its uncanny intelligence, its exceptional adaptability and its vivacious, endearing temperament. The first book of its kind in English, this Special Rare-Breed Edition serves as a comprehensive introduction to the Spanish Water Dog, written by Spanish breed fancier, Cristina Désarnaud, including a thorough history of the breed, a discussion of the breed’s characteristics and unique personality, plus the Spanish breed standard. Illustrated with over 135 color photographs, the book also provides helpful information on puppy selection, housebreaking, feeding, coat care and grooming, obedience training, showing and more.