Andalusian — breed guide
Andalusian — temperament, grooming, exercise, heat tolerance and care, from the Leash Life breed guide.
At a glance
- Group
- light horse
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 400–550 kg (882–1213 lb)
- Life span
- 25 years
- Coat
- Thick, long mane and tail
Living with a Andalusian
- Moderate energy — a proper walk every day.
- Heavy grooming — frequent brushing and regular trims.
- Moderate shedding.
- Exceptionally trainable — among the easiest to teach.
- Very quiet.
- Good with children.
- Gets along with other dogs.
- Typically lives happily with a cat.
- Not well suited to a flat — space, exercise need or voice works against it.
- Better with previous experience behind you.
- Handles warm weather well.
- Average cold tolerance.
Temperament
Noble · Sensitive · Trainable
Health to watch
- Laminitis
- Melanoma in greys
- Guttural pouch tympany
Owner-logged information shared via Leash Life is not veterinary advice; ask your vet about screening for these.
Questions people ask
Is a Andalusian good with kids?
Generally yes. Andalusians are usually good with children when raised with them and given their own quiet space.
Is a Andalusian good with cats?
Usually yes. Andalusians typically settle well with a resident cat — introduce them slowly and give the cat a high perch and a way out of the room.
How much exercise does a Andalusian need?
A real walk every day, around 30–60 minutes.
Can a Andalusian handle hot weather?
It copes well with warm days.
Leash Life keeps a Andalusian's day — walks, meals, meds, weight — in one shared feed for the whole household, and warns on the walk weather this breed can't take. Free to start.