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Irish Water Spaniel vs Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bog Dog or Riesenschnauzer or Barbone? Find the right dog for you

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Name Irish Water Spaniel Giant Schnauzer Poodle
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle breeds.
Bog Dog
Rat Tail Spaniel
Shannon Spaniel
Whiptail
Riesenschnauzer Barbone
Caniche
Chien Canne
Grosse Pudel
French Poodle
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Irish Water Spaniel vs Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Giant Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle? Compare adult weight ranges.
45-65 pounds (20-30 kg) Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg) Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
55 pounds (25 kg) Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Irish Water Spaniel or Giant Schnauzer or Poodle? Irish Water Spaniel vs Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle height comparison:
20-23 inches (51-58 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
21.5 inches (54.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more

Irish Water Spaniel vs Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

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

Irish Water Spaniel vs Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: Irish Water Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which is easiest to train?
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Poodle dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which breed is most alert?
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which breed is most protective?
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Irish Water Spaniel vs Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle? Compare temperaments.
Active
Clownish
Alert
Intelligent
Quick
Inquisitive
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
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: Irish Water Spaniel vs Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle?
Average to High: Irish Water Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Irish Water Spaniel vs Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle social needs comparison:
Irish Water Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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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The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home.
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Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Giant Schnauzer 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 vs Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Irish Water Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which breed is most playful?
The Irish Water Spaniel is a playful breed.
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The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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The Poodle is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Irish Water Spaniel breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which breed is most flexible?
Irish Water Spaniel dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Irish Water Spaniel or Giant Schnauzer or Poodle?
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.
Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. 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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Giant Schnauzer 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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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Poodle bite force: Ordinary.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Irish Water Spaniel: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. 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 Giant Schnauzer 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, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which has fewer health issues?
Irish Water Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Poodle 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).
Rare
The Giant Schnauzer 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Water Spaniel vs Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Water Spaniel vs Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
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

Irish Water Spaniel vs Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Irish Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer 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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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which needs most food?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 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.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. What colors are available?
Brown Black
Pepper
Salt
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The Irish Water Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which drools least?
The Irish Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

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

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Curly
Tight
Wiry Curly
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. 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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Irish Water Spaniel or Giant Schnauzer or Poodle? Irish Water Spaniel or Giant Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:
Irish Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Irish Water Spaniel vs Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which is best with kids?
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are very 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.
Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Water Spaniel or Giant Schnauzer or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Water Spaniel or Giant Schnauzer or Poodle?
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Water Spaniel or Giant Schnauzer or Poodle?
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Water Spaniel vs Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle?
Yes
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Giant Schnauzer 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.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Irish Water Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Poodle 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.
Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. 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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. 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, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. 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, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

Irish Water Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Giant Schnauzer 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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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. 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, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. 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 Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which has most puppies?
4-12 puppies 5-8 puppies 2-4 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. 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 Giant Schnauzer vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Irish Water Spaniel, Giant Schnauzer, and Poodle. Which has most recognition?
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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

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