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Name	Barbet	Spanish Water Dog	Irish Water Spaniel
Origins	France	Spain	Ireland
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	French Water Dog	Perro De Agua Español	Bog Dog Rat Tail Spaniel Shannon Spaniel Whiptail
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?	Large Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog? Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel weight comparison:	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )	Male: 40-49 pounds (18-22 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	45-65 pounds (20-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )	Male: 44.5 pounds (20 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel? Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel height comparison:	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (44-50 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)	20-23 inches (51-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	21.5 inches (54.5 cm)

Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1000	$1000-$1200	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?	Average: The Barbet is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Spanish Water Dog is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Irish Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Irish Water Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel trainability comparison.	Barbet dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?	Barbet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Barbet dogs are average defenders. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel? Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Obedient Joyful Companionable Cheerful	Affectionate Loyal Trainable Athletic Diligent	Active Clownish Alert Intelligent Quick Inquisitive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Barbet dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Spanish Water Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel?	High: Barbet dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Spanish Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Irish Water Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel social needs comparison:	Barbet dogs are a social breed. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Barbet dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Spanish Water Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Barbet dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel playfulness comparison:	The Barbet is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Spanish Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.	The Irish Water Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel?	Low to Average: The Barbet rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Spanish Water Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Irish Water Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Barbet indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Spanish Water Dog breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Irish Water Spaniel breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Barbet dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Spanish Water Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?	Barbet dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Spanish Water Dog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Barbet bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Spanish Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Barbet has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Spanish Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Water Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	Barbet dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel?	Barbets tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Spanish Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Irish Water Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Entropion Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Hernia Overbite Underbite	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Cherry Eye Distichiasis Addison's Disease Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Neuroaxonal Dystrophy	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Barbet should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Spanish Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Irish Water Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Barbet, Spanish Water Dog and Irish Water Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Barbet: 14 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Spanish Water Dog: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Irish Water Spaniel: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Barbet can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish Water Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel? Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel energy level comparison:	Barbet dogs are high-energy dogs.	Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Barbet dogs have an average exercise need.	Spanish Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?	Barbet dogs don't need too much sleep.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Barbet has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Spanish Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel coat comparison:	Waterproof	Curly Waterproof Woolly No Undercoat Grow into dreadlocks	Dense Curly Tight
Colors What are the original Barbet, Spanish Water Dog and Irish Water Spaniel color?	Black Gray White Brown Fawn	Black White Chestnut Black & White Brown & White	Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel? Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel grooming comparison:	Average: The Barbet requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Spanish Water Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Water Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel? Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or {name3 shedding:	Barbet dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Spanish Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel?	Medium ⏺ The Barbet has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Spanish Water Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Barbet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Spanish Water Dog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Barbet dogs are generally with other pets.	Spanish Water Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?	Barbet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Spanish Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel?	Yes Barbet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Spanish Water Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Barbet is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Spanish Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Irish Water Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Barbets are usually recommended for elderly people.	Spanish Water Dogs are not the best breed for elderly people.	Irish Water Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Barbet or Spanish Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel?	Yes Barbet breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Spanish Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Irish Water Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Barbet and Spanish Water Dog and Irish Water Spaniel have?	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-12 puppies
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Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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