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Name	German Spaniel	Poodle	Irish Water Spaniel
Origins	Germany	Germany France	Ireland
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Group	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel breeds.	Deutscher Wachtel Deutscher Wachtelhund German Quail Dog	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Bog Dog Rat Tail Spaniel Shannon Spaniel Whiptail
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.	40–55 pounds (18–25 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	45-65 pounds (20-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel? German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel height comparison:	Male: 19–21 inch (48–54 cm), Female: 18–20 inch (45–52 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	20-23 inches (51-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20 inch (51 cm), Female: 19 inch (48.5 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	21.5 inches (54.5 cm)

German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1000	$1000-$1500	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel?	Average: The German Spaniel is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Irish Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.

German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The German Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Irish Water Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is easiest to train?	German Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most alert?	German Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most protective?	German Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.
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German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel? Compare temperaments.	Energetic Alert	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Active Clownish Alert Intelligent Quick Inquisitive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel?	Average to High: German Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Poodle 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 German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel social needs comparison:	German Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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?	The wanderlust potential of the German Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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?	German Spaniel dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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

German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The German Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Irish Water Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most playful?	German Spaniels are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Irish Water Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the German Spaniel breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	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

German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible?	German Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel?	German Spaniel 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.	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The German Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Water Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which uses mouth most during play?	German Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Poodle 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.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle 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

German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Spaniel: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Irish Water Spaniel: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues?	German Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.	The Poodle 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.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The German Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Poodle 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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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying	No data available

German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most active?	German Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	Poodle 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 German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel?	German Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	Poodle 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

German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The German Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Irish Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which needs most food?	2 to 2.5 cup 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.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. What colors are available?	Brown Brown Roan Solid Red Red & White	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Brown
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance?	Advanced: The German Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Water Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which drools least?	The German Spaniel is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The German Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Wavy Thick	Curly	Dense Curly Tight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel? German Spaniel or Poodle or {name3 shedding:	German Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best with kids?	German Spaniel dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Spaniel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	German Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Poodle dogs are 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
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel?	German Spaniel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel?	German Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly 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: German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel?	Yes German Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Poodle 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?	No German Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Poodle 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?	German Spaniels are commonly okay with elderly people.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Irish Water Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really German Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Irish Water Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has most military use?	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.

German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	2-4 puppies	4-12 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. What's recommended?	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.

German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of German Spaniel, Poodle, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has most recognition?	No data available	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 Canadian Canine Registry	No data available

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