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Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bog Dog or Hungarian Komondor or Cao De Agua? Find the right dog for you

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Name Irish Water Spaniel Komondor Portuguese Water Dog
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Group Gun Dog Pastoral / Herding Dogs Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bog Dog
Rat Tail Spaniel
Shannon Spaniel
Whiptail
Hungarian Komondor
Hungarian Sheepdog
Mop Dog
Cao De Agua
Portie
Water Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Irish Water Spaniel or Komondor or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Water Spaniel or Komondor or Portuguese Water Dog?
Medium Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Irish Water Spaniel or Komondor or Komondor? Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog weight comparison:
45-65 pounds (20-30 kg) 125 pounds (59 kg) Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
55 pounds (25 kg) 125 pounds (59 kg) Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Irish Water Spaniel or Komondor or Portuguese Water Dog? Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog height comparison:
20-23 inches (51-58 cm) 25.5 inches (65 cm) Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
21.5 inches (54.5 cm) 25.5 inches (65 cm) Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)

Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Irish Water Spaniel or Komondor or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $800-$1200 $2500-$2800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Irish Water Spaniel or Komondor or Portuguese Water Dog?
Frequent: The Irish Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Komondor is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Water Spaniel or Komondor or Portuguese Water Dog? Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Clownish
Alert
Intelligent
Quick
Inquisitive
Independent
Affectionate
Gentle
Steady
Fearless
Calm
Intelligent
Docile
Obedient
Brave
Impetuous
Quarrelsome
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 Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog?
Average to High: Irish Water Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Komondor dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Portuguese 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 Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog social needs comparison:
Irish Water Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Komondor dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Portuguese Water Dog 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 Komondor is strong enough to escape from home.
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Portuguese Water Dog 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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Komondor dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Portuguese Water Dog 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 Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog playfulness comparison:
The Irish Water Spaniel is a playful breed.
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Average: Komondors, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog?
Average: The Irish Water Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Komondor is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Irish Water Spaniel or Komondor or Portuguese Water Dog?
It is not recommended to keep the Irish Water Spaniel breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Komondor breed in the home.
Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Irish Water Spaniel dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Komondor dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Irish Water Spaniel or Komondor or Portuguese Water Dog?
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.
Portuguese Water Dog 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 Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Irish Water Spaniel or Komondor or Portuguese Water Dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Komondor bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Komondor has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog?
Irish Water Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
The Komondor is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog health problems comparison:
No data available No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Entropion
Ectropion
Distichiasis
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Addison's Disease
Megaesophagus
Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd)
Abnormally Small Eyes
GM-1 Storage Disease
Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Colitis
Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis
Lymphangiectasia
Veterinarian Visits
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).
Average
The Komondor should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Water Spaniel, Komondor and Portuguese Water Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Irish Water Spaniel: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Komondor: 11 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog?
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 Komondor 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 Portuguese Water Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Irish Water Spaniel or Komondor or Portuguese Water Dog? Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog energy level comparison:
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Komondor dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Water Spaniel or Komondor or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Irish Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Komondor dogs have an average exercise need.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Water Spaniel or Komondor or Portuguese Water Dog?
Irish Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Komondor dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Irish Water Spaniel or Komondor or Portuguese Water Dog?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 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 Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Irish Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Komondor has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog coat comparison:
Dense
Curly
Tight
Dense
Wavy
Thick
Shaggy
Corded
Coarser Topcoat
Finer Undercoat
Curly
Colors
What are the original Irish Water Spaniel, Komondor and Portuguese Water Dog color?
Brown White
Ivory
Black
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Water Spaniel or Komondor or Portuguese Water Dog? Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Irish Water Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Komondor requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Irish Water Spaniel or Komondor or Portuguese Water Dog? Irish Water Spaniel or Komondor or {name3 shedding:
Irish Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal.
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Komondor dogs shed none to minimal.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Irish Water Spaniel or Komondor or Portuguese Water Dog?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog 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 Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog?

Medium

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

Medium

The Komondor has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

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

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

Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog 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 Water Spaniel or Komondor or Portuguese Water Dog? 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 Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog?

Yes

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

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

Portuguese Water Dog 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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Yes

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 Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog 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 Water Spaniel and Komondor and Portuguese Water Dog have?
4-12 puppies 3-10 puppies 4-8 puppies

Irish Water Spaniel vs Komondor vs Portuguese Water Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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 American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The Kennel Club

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