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Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno Comparison - Dog breed selector: Daredevil or Perro De Agua Español or Portuguese Warren Hound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Irish Terrier Spanish Water Dog Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Daredevil
Irish Red Terrier
Perro De Agua Español Portuguese Warren Hound
Podengo Portugues
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Irish Terrier or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Terrier or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno?
Medium Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Irish Terrier or Spanish Water Dog or Spanish Water Dog? Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno weight comparison:
25-27 pounds (11-12 kg) Male: 40-49 pounds (18-22 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) 9-13 pounds (4-6 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
26 pounds (11.5 kg) Male: 44.5 pounds (20 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg) 11 pounds (5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Irish Terrier or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno? Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno height comparison:
18 inches (43 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (44-50 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm) 8-12 inches (20-31 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
18 inches (43 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm) 10 inches (25.5 cm)

Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Irish Terrier or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $1000-$1200 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Irish Terrier or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno?
Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Spanish Water Dog is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno is easier than average to get.

Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Terrier or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno? Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno behavior/temperament comparison:
Protective
Intelligent
Dominant
Lively
Trainable
Respectful
Affectionate
Loyal
Trainable
Athletic
Diligent
Active
Friendly
Loyal
Lively
Companionable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Irish Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Spanish Water Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno?
High: Irish Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Spanish Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno social needs comparison:
Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs are a social breed.
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Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Irish Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Spanish Water Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Irish Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno playfulness comparison:
The Irish Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Spanish Water Dog is a playful breed.
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Average: Portuguese Podengo Pequenos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno?
Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average: The Spanish Water Dog barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Irish Terrier or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno?
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 Irish Terrier indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Spanish Water Dog breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Portuguese Podengo Pequeno breed.

Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Irish Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Spanish Water Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Irish Terrier or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno?
Irish Terrier 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.
Spanish Water Dog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Irish Terrier or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spanish Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Portuguese Podengo Pequeno bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Irish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Spanish Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno?
Irish Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Spanish Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Portuguese Podengo Pequenos tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Addison's Disease
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy
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Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Irish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Spanish Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Terrier, Spanish Water Dog and Portuguese Podengo Pequeno breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Spanish Water Dog: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Podengo Pequeno: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Irish Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Irish Terrier or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1 cup 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? Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Spanish Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno has an average risk for obesity.
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Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno coat comparison:
Wiry
Straight
Curly
Waterproof
Woolly
No Undercoat
Grow into dreadlocks
Wiry
Smooth
Colors
What are the original Irish Terrier, Spanish Water Dog and Portuguese Podengo Pequeno color?
Red
Wheaten
Black
White
Chestnut
Black & White
Brown & White
Black
Gray
Red
Fawn
Orange
Gold
Chestnut
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Terrier or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno? Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Spanish Water Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Portuguese Podengo Pequeno requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Irish Terrier or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno? Irish Terrier or Spanish Water Dog or {name3 shedding:
Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Irish Terrier or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno 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, Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno?

Medium

The Irish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Spanish Water Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Irish Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Spanish Water Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Terrier or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno? Which dog is more friendly?
Irish Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Irish Terrier or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno?
Irish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Terrier or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno?
Irish Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Spanish Water Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Terrier or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno?
Irish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Spanish Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno?
Yes
Irish Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Spanish Water Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Irish Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Spanish Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Irish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Spanish Water Dogs are not the best breed for elderly people.
Portuguese Podengo Pequenos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno 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: Irish Terrier or Spanish Water Dog or Portuguese Podengo Pequeno? 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: Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno?

Not really

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

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

Portuguese Podengo Pequeno breed usually doesn't like 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.

Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno 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 Irish Terrier and Spanish Water Dog and Portuguese Podengo Pequeno have?
4-6 puppies 4-6 puppies 4-6 puppies

Irish Terrier vs Spanish Water Dog vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2013 as a Miscellaneous 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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