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Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bog Dog or French Water Dog or Perro De Agua Español? Find the right dog for you

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Name Irish Water Spaniel Barbet Spanish Water Dog
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog breeds.
Bog Dog
Rat Tail Spaniel
Shannon Spaniel
Whiptail
French Water Dog Perro De Agua Español
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large
Medium
Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog? Compare adult weight ranges.
45-65 pounds (20-30 kg) 37–62 pounds (17–28 kg ) Male: 40-49 pounds (18-22 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
55 pounds (25 kg) 37–62 pounds (17–28 kg ) Male: 44.5 pounds (20 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Irish Water Spaniel or Barbet or Spanish Water Dog? Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog height comparison:
20-23 inches (51-58 cm) Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (44-50 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
21.5 inches (54.5 cm) Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)

Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $600-$1000 $1000-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Irish Water Spaniel or Barbet or Spanish Water Dog?
Frequent: The Irish Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.
Average: The Barbet is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Spanish Water Dog is easier than average to get.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: Irish Water Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which is easiest to train?
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Barbet dogs are quite easy to train.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which breed is most alert?
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Barbet dogs are average watchdogs.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which breed is most protective?
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Barbet dogs are average defenders.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog? Compare temperaments.
Active
Clownish
Alert
Intelligent
Quick
Inquisitive
Intelligent
Obedient
Joyful
Companionable
Cheerful
Affectionate
Loyal
Trainable
Athletic
Diligent
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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Barbet 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog?
Average to High: Irish Water Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Barbet 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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Social Needs
Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog social needs comparison:
Irish Water Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Barbet dogs are a social breed.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Irish Water Spaniel dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Barbet 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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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Irish Water Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Barbet 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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Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Irish Water Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Barbet rarely barks.
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Average: The Spanish Water Dog barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which breed is most playful?
The Irish Water Spaniel is a playful breed.
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The Barbet is a highly playful breed.
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The Spanish Water Dog is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Irish Water Spaniel breed in the home.
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 Barbet indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Spanish Water Dog breed in the home.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which breed is most flexible?
Irish Water Spaniel dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Barbet dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Spanish Water Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Irish Water Spaniel or Barbet or Spanish Water Dog?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Barbet 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.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Irish Water Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Barbet has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Spanish Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which uses mouth most during play?
Irish Water Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Barbet dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, 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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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Barbet bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spanish Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Irish Water Spaniel: 11 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Barbet: 14 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Spanish Water Dog: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which handles climate changes best?
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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Barbet 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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which has fewer health issues?
Irish Water Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
Barbets 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.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Irish Water Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Barbet 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Entropion
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Hernia
Overbite
Underbite
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Addison's Disease
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy

Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which breed is most active?
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Barbet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Spanish Water Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Water Spaniel or Barbet or Spanish Water Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Irish Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Barbet dogs have an average exercise need.
Spanish Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Water Spaniel or Barbet or Spanish Water Dog?
Irish Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Barbet 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.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Irish Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Barbet 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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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which needs most food?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. What colors are available?
Brown Black
Gray
White
Brown
Fawn
Black
White
Chestnut
Black & White
Brown & White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The Irish Water Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Barbet requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Spanish Water Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which drools least?
The Irish Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Barbet 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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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Irish Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Barbet has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Spanish Water Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Curly
Tight
Waterproof Curly
Waterproof
Woolly
No Undercoat
Grow into dreadlocks
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Irish Water Spaniel or Barbet or Spanish Water Dog? Irish Water Spaniel or Barbet or {name3 shedding:
Irish Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal.
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Barbet dogs shed none to minimal.
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Spanish Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog Good With Comparison

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

Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. 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 Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. 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 Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

Irish Water Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Barbet breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Spanish Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. 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.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which has most puppies?
4-12 puppies 4-6 puppies 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. What's recommended?

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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Irish Water Spaniel vs Barbet vs Spanish Water Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs 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 Irish Water Spaniel, Barbet, and Spanish Water Dog. Which has most recognition?
No data available American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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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