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Cantabrian Water Dog

Origin: not documented in our sources

The Cantabrian Water Dog, is a Spanish breed of water dog. It originates in coastal areas of Cantabria, in northern Spain, where it was used by fishermen for various tasks. It was officially recognised in Spanish law in 2012. It is not recognised by the Real Sociedad Canina de España, the national Spanish kennel club, but is listed among the Spanish breeds in the process of recovery.

Detailed information for this type is not available in our sources yet. We do not invent history, characteristics or care requirements.

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