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Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel Comparison – Which dog is better Curly-Coated Retriever or American Brown Spaniel?

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Name Curly-Coated Retriever American Water Spaniel
OriginsEngland flagEngland United States flagUnited States
Group Gun Dog Gun Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
No data available American Brown Spaniel
American Brown Water Spaniel
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred

Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which dog is bigger, Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel? Is the Curly-Coated Retriever bigger than the American Water Spaniel breed? Is a Curly-Coated Retriever smaller than an American Water Spaniel?
Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel? Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel weight comparison:
65-80 pounds (29-36 kg) 25-45 pounds (11-20 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
72.5 pounds (32.5 kg) 35 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel? Is a Curly-Coated Retriever taller than an American Water Spaniel?
25-27 inches (63-69 cm) 15-18 inches (36-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
26 inches (66 cm) 16.5 inches (41 cm)

Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Curly-Coated Retriever and American Water Spaniel?
$600-$800 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel?
Frequent: The Curly-Coated Retriever is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The American Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel smarter? Which is best? Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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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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Trainability
Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel trainability comparison. What's the difference between Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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American Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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American Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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American Water Spaniel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel? Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Sensitive
Intelligent
Lively
Trainable
Clever
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Trainable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: American Water Spaniel 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: Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel?
High: Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: American Water Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel social needs comparison:
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are a social breed.
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American Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel?
The wanderlust potential of the Curly-Coated Retriever is strong enough to escape from home.
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American Water Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel? Which can be better for hunting?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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American Water 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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Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel playfulness comparison:
Average: Curly-Coated Retrievers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The American Water Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel?
Average: The Curly-Coated Retriever barks occasionally.
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Average: The American Water Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Curly-Coated Retriever or American 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 Curly-Coated Retriever indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the American Water Spaniel breed.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
American Water Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel?
Curly-Coated Retriever 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.
American Water Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Curly-Coated Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Is a Curly-Coated Retriever more dangerous than an American Water Spaniel?

Low 🔽

The Curly-Coated Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The American Water Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel mouthiness comparison:
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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American Water Spaniel dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel?
Curly-Coated Retrievers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The American Water Spaniel 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: Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Heart Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Distichiasis
Mitral Valve Disease
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel?
Frequent
The Curly-Coated Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The American Water Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Curly-Coated Retriever and American Water Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Curly-Coated Retriever and American Water Spaniel?
8-12 years
The average lifespan of Curly-Coated Retriever: 10 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of American Water Spaniel: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Curly-Coated Retriever can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel? Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel energy level comparison:
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
American Water Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have an average exercise need.
American Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
American Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel? Does the Curly-Coated Retriever breed eat more than the American Water Spaniel breed?
4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 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? Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Curly-Coated Retriever has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The American Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel coat comparison:
Curly Curly
Colors
What are the original Curly-Coated Retriever and American Water Spaniel color? Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel color comparison:
Black
Liver
Brown
Liver
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel? Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Curly-Coated Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The American Water Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel? Do Curly-Coated Retriever dogs shed more than American Water Spaniel dogs?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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American Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel?
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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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
Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel 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, Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel?

Medium

The Curly-Coated Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel?
The Curly-Coated Retriever is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The American Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
American Water Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
American Water Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
American Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
American Water Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel? Can a Curly-Coated Retriever and an American Water Spaniel be friends? Do Curly-Coated Retriever dogs get along with American Water Spaniel dogs?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
American Water Spaniel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel?
Yes
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
American Water Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
Yes
Curly-Coated Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
American Water Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Curly-Coated Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.
American Water Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs American 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.
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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: Curly-Coated Retriever or American Water Spaniel? 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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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel?

Yes

Curly-Coated Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

American Water Spaniel 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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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.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Curly-Coated Retriever and American Water Spaniel have? Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel litter size comparison:
6-8 puppies 4-6 puppies

Curly-Coated Retriever vs American Water Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1924 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1940 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 Retrievers 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?
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
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

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