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German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Deutscher Wachtel or Barbone or Bog Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name German Spaniel Poodle Irish Water Spaniel
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Deutscher Wachtel
Deutscher Wachtelhund
German Quail Dog
Barbone
Caniche
Chien Canne
Grosse Pudel
French Poodle
Bog Dog
Rat Tail Spaniel
Shannon Spaniel
Whiptail
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

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

Size
Which is bigger, German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel?
Large Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, German Spaniel or Poodle or Poodle? German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel weight comparison:
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
Which is cheaper, German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel? Which is more expensive?
$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

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel intelligence:
Smart: The German Spaniel dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: Irish Water Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel trainability comparison.
German Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Poodle dogs are easy to train.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel?
German Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
German Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel? German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:
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.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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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.
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High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Irish Water Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel social needs comparison:
German Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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.
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Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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.
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Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel playfulness comparison:
German Spaniels are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Poodle is a playful breed.
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The Irish Water Spaniel is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel?
Average: The German Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Irish Water Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel?
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.

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

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
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 Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel?

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.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

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.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel mouthiness comparison:
German Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel?
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.
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
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Veterinarian Visits
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).
Life Expectancy
German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do German Spaniel, Poodle and Irish Water Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
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
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel?
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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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.
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German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel? German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel energy level comparison:
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.
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.

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

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel?
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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The German Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Irish Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel coat comparison:
Wavy
Thick
Curly Dense
Curly
Tight
Colors
What are the original German Spaniel, Poodle and Irish Water Spaniel color?
Brown
Brown Roan
Solid Red
Red & White
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel? German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel grooming comparison:
Advanced: The German Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Advanced: The Irish Water Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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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.
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Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel?
6-8 weeks
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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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
German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish 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, German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel?

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.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the 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.
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The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Irish Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
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.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel?
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.
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.
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
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good 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: German Spaniel or Poodle or Irish Water Spaniel? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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: German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel?

Not really

German Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Irish 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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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.

German Spaniel vs Poodle 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.
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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 German Spaniel and Poodle and Irish Water Spaniel have?
4-8 puppies 2-4 puppies 4-12 puppies

German Spaniel vs Poodle vs Irish Water Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
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 Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
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.
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
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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