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Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Glennie or Norwegian Sheepdog or Bog Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Glen of Imaal Terrier Norwegian Buhund Irish Water Spaniel
OriginsIreland flagIreland Norway flagNorway Ireland flagIreland
Group Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Gun Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Glennie
Irish Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Glen
Norwegian Sheepdog
Norsk Buhund
Bog Dog
Rat Tail Spaniel
Shannon Spaniel
Whiptail
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Norwegian Buhund? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel weight comparison:
34-36 pounds (15.5-16.5 kg) Male: 31-40 pounds (14-18 kg), Female: 26½-35½ pounds (12-16 kg) 45-65 pounds (20-30 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
35 pounds (15.5-16.5 kg) Male: 35.5 pounds (16 kg), Female: 26.5-35.5 pounds (14 kg) 55 pounds (25 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel height comparison:
14 inches (35.5-36.5 cm) Male: 17-18.5 inches (43-47 cm), Female: 16-17.5 inches (41-45 cm) 20-23 inches (51-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
14 inches (35.5-36.5 cm) Male: 17-18½ inches (45 cm), Female: 16-17½ inches (43 cm) 21.5 inches (54.5 cm)

Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $800-$1000 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel?
Frequent: The Glen of Imaal Terrier is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Norwegian Buhund is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Irish Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: Irish Water Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel trainability comparison.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs are quite 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: Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel?
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Norwegian Buhund 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs are average defenders.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Agile
Courageous
Loyal
Gentle
Spirited
Funny
Loving
Agile
Energetic
Courageous
Friendly
Active
Clownish
Alert
Intelligent
Quick
Inquisitive
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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: Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel?
Average to High: Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Norwegian Buhund 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
Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel social needs comparison:
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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?
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Norwegian Buhund is strong enough to escape from home.
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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?
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Norwegian Buhund 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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Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel playfulness comparison:
The Glen of Imaal Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Norwegian Buhund is a highly playful breed.
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The Irish Water Spaniel is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel?
Low: The Glen of Imaal Terrier barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Norwegian Buhund is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Irish Water Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel?
Very house-friendly dog the Glen of Imaal Terrier breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Norwegian Buhund breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Irish Water Spaniel breed in the home.

Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Norwegian Buhund 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: Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Glen of Imaal Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Norwegian Buhund 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Norwegian Buhund 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? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel mouthiness comparison:
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs have an 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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Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel?
The Glen of Imaal Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Norwegian Buhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Irish Water Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Eye Problems
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Skin Irritation
Thrombopathia
Eye Problems
Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Glen of Imaal Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Norwegian Buhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) 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
Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Glen of Imaal Terrier, Norwegian Buhund and Irish Water Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Glen of Imaal Terrier: 13 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Norwegian Buhund: 14 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: Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund 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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Prefers cold weather
The Norwegian Buhund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel energy level comparison:
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Norwegian Buhund dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Norwegian Buhund dogs need a lot of exercises.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel?
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Norwegian Buhund 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.

Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 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? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Glen of Imaal Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Norwegian Buhund has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Irish Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel coat comparison:
Dense Dense Dense
Curly
Tight
Colors
What are the original Glen of Imaal Terrier, Norwegian Buhund and Irish Water Spaniel color?
Black
Blue
Brown
Black
Wheaten
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel? Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Glen of Imaal Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Norwegian Buhund requires minimal grooming.
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Advanced: The Irish Water Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel? Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or {name3 shedding:
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Norwegian Buhund dogs shed moderately.
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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: Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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
Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund 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, Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel?

Medium

The Glen of Imaal Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Norwegian Buhund 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Norwegian Buhund 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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Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Norwegian Buhund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Norwegian Buhund dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel?
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Norwegian Buhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel?
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Norwegian Buhund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund or Irish Water Spaniel?
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Norwegian Buhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel?
Yes
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Norwegian Buhund 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
Glen of Imaal Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Norwegian Buhund is one of the best dog breeds 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?
Glen of Imaal Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Norwegian Buhunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Irish Water Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund 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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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: Glen of Imaal Terrier or Norwegian Buhund 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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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: Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel?

Not really

Glen of Imaal Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Norwegian Buhund breed usually doesn't like 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.

Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier and Norwegian Buhund and Irish Water Spaniel have?
3-5 puppies 4-8 puppies 4-12 puppies

Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Norwegian Buhund vs Irish Water Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2004 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders 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 No data available No data available

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