| Cantabrian Water Dog | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Other names | Perro de agua cantábrico Perro de lanas Merlucero |
| Common nicknames | CWD, PAC |
| Origin | Cantabria, Spain |
| Variety status | Not recognised as a breed by any major kennel club. |
| Dog (domestic dog) | |
The Cantabrian Water Dog (Spanish: perro de agua cantábrico) is a landrace breed of dog developed in the coast of Cantabria, northern Spain, as an assistant to fishermen. The breed was classified and recognized by the Breeds Committee of the Spanish Ministry of Environment on 22 March 2011.[1] It is recognised by the Royal Canine Society of Spain as a variety of the Spanish water dog.[1]
- ^ a b El Diario Montañés (2011). "Larga vida al perro de agua del Cantábrico" (in Spanish). Archived from the original on 2011-05-03. Retrieved 2011-01-04.