UTILIZATION:

Used as shepherd dog, hunting dog and assistant to fishermen.


BRIEF HISTORICAL SUMMARY:

The presence of this dog in the Iberian Peninsula is most ancient.
His origin is the same like that the old "Barbet".
His most dense population is in Andalucía where he is used as a shepherd dog, and where he has been known for centuries as the “Turkish dog”.
His characteristics, most particularly the quality of his coat, are adapted to the variation of humidity and drought of the marshy regions, which qualifies him as a shepherd dog and as a helper to the hunters of waterfowl and fishermen in those regions.


GENERAL APPEARANCE:

Rustic dog, well proportioned (medium weight), dolichocephalic, of rather elongated harmonious shape and attractive appearance, of an athletic nature with well developed muscles owing to his regular exercise; the profile is rectilinear; his sight, hearing and scent are well developed.


IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS:

Length of body / size (height at withers) = 9 / 8
Depth of chest / size (height at withers) = 4 / 8
Length of muzzle / length of skull = 2 / 3


BEHAVIOUR-CHARACTER:

Faithful, obedient, gay, hard working, brave and well balanced.
Learning ability is outstanding owing to his extraordinary mental grasp; he adapts to all situations and conditions.