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Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Swamp Poodle or Foxie or Perro De Agua Español? Find the right dog for you

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Name Boykin Spaniel Wire Fox Terrier Spanish Water Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Swamp Poodle
Boykin
Foxie
Wire Hair Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Perro De Agua Español
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog?
Medium Small Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog weight comparison:
25-40 pounds (11-18 kg) Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) Male: 40-49 pounds (18-22 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
32.5 pounds (14.5 kg) Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg) Male: 44.5 pounds (20 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog? Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog height comparison:
15-18 inches (38-46 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (44-50 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
16.5 inches (42 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)

Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $800-$1200 $1000-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog?
Very frequent: The Boykin Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Wire Fox Terrier is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Spanish Water Dog is easier than average to get.

Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog trainability comparison.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog?
Boykin Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Boykin Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog? Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Trainable
Eager
Companionable
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Quick
Bold
Fearless
Keen
Affectionate
Loyal
Trainable
Athletic
Diligent
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Spanish Water Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog?
High: Boykin Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Wire Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Spanish Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog social needs comparison:
Boykin Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Boykin Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Spanish Water Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Boykin Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog playfulness comparison:
Average: Boykin Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Wire Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Spanish Water Dog is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog?
Average: The Boykin Spaniel barks occasionally.
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A lot: Wire Fox Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Spanish Water Dog barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog?
Very house-friendly dog the Boykin Spaniel breed.
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 Wire Fox Terrier indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Spanish Water Dog breed in the home.

Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Boykin Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Spanish Water Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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.

Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Boykin Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Wire Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spanish Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Boykin Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Wire Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Spanish Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog mouthiness comparison:
Boykin Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog?
The Boykin Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Wire Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Spanish Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog health problems comparison:
Hypothyroidism
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Heart Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Legg-perthes Disease
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Deafness
Arthritis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Addison's Disease
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Boykin Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Wire Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Spanish Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Boykin Spaniel, Wire Fox Terrier and Spanish Water Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Boykin Spaniel: 15 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wire Fox Terrier: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Spanish Water Dog: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog? Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog energy level comparison:
Boykin Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Boykin Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Spanish Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog?
Boykin Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Wire Fox Terrier 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.

Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog?
2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boykin Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The Wire Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Spanish Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog coat comparison:
Feathered Wiry Curly
Waterproof
Woolly
No Undercoat
Grow into dreadlocks
Colors
What are the original Boykin Spaniel, Wire Fox Terrier and Spanish Water Dog color?
Brown White
White & Black
White & Tan
White & Black & Tan
White & Tan & Black
Black
White
Chestnut
Black & White
Brown & White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog? Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog grooming comparison:
Average: The Boykin Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Wire Fox Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Spanish Water Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog? Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Boykin Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog?

Medium

The Boykin Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Wire Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Spanish Water Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Boykin Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Wire Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Spanish Water Dog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Boykin Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Spanish Water Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog?
Boykin Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog?
Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog?
Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Spanish Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog?
Yes
Boykin Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Wire Fox Terrier 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.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Boykin Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Wire Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Spanish Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Boykin Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.
Wire Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Spanish Water Dogs are not the best breed for elderly people.

Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Boykin Spaniel or Wire Fox Terrier or Spanish Water Dog? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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: Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog?

Yes

Boykin Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Wire Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Spanish Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Boykin Spaniel and Wire Fox Terrier and Spanish Water Dog have?
5-7 puppies 4-6 puppies 4-6 puppies

Boykin Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. 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 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.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers
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

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