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Name	Irish Water Spaniel	Labradoodle	Bergamasco
Origins	Ireland	Australia	Italy
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco breeds.	Bog Dog Rat Tail Spaniel Shannon Spaniel Whiptail	No data available	Bergermaschi Cane da pastore Bergamasco Bergamasco Shepherd Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Irish Water Spaniel vs Labradoodle vs Bergamasco Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco? Compare adult weight ranges.	45-65 pounds (20-30 kg)	50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)	Male: 70-84 pounds (32-38 kg), Female: 57-71 pounds (26-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 pounds (25 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 61 pounds (29 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Water Spaniel or Labradoodle or Bergamasco? Irish Water Spaniel vs Labradoodle vs Bergamasco height comparison:	20-23 inches (51-58 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	22-24 inches (54-62 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	21.5 inches (54.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	23 inches (58 cm)

Irish Water Spaniel vs Labradoodle vs Bergamasco Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1000	$1000-$2000	$1000-$1300
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Water Spaniel or Labradoodle or Bergamasco?	Frequent: The Irish Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Labradoodle is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Bergamasco is easier than average to get.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Labradoodle vs Bergamasco Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: Irish Water Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Labradoodle dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which is easiest to train?	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which breed is most alert?	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Bergamasco dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which breed is most protective?	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bergamasco dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Irish Water Spaniel vs Labradoodle vs Bergamasco Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco? Compare temperaments.	Active Clownish Alert Intelligent Quick Inquisitive	Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Patient Quiet Determined Vigilant
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Bergamasco dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Water Spaniel vs Labradoodle vs Bergamasco?	Average to High: Irish Water Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Labradoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Bergamasco dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Irish Water Spaniel vs Labradoodle vs Bergamasco social needs comparison:	Irish Water Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Labradoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bergamasco dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Irish Water Spaniel dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Bergamasco dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
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. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Bergamasco 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Irish Water Spaniel vs Labradoodle vs Bergamasco Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Irish Water Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Bergamasco rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which breed is most playful?	The Irish Water Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.	The Labradoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Bergamascos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. 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 Labradoodle indoors.	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 Bergamasco indoors.
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Irish Water Spaniel vs Labradoodle vs Bergamasco Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which breed is most flexible?	Irish Water Spaniel dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Labradoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bergamasco 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 Labradoodle or Bergamasco?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Labradoodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Bergamasco 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 Labradoodle vs Bergamasco Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Irish Water Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bergamasco has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which uses mouth most during play?	Irish Water Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bergamasco dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labradoodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bergamasco bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Irish Water Spaniel vs Labradoodle vs Bergamasco Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Irish Water Spaniel: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Bergamasco: 14 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. 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. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bergamasco can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which has fewer health issues?	Irish Water Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.	Labradoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	Bergamascos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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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 Labradoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Bergamasco should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Water Spaniel vs Labradoodle vs Bergamasco? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Water Spaniel vs Labradoodle vs Bergamasco health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Canine Diabetes Mellitus	Bloat Skin Allergies Joint Dysplasia

Irish Water Spaniel vs Labradoodle vs Bergamasco Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Irish Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Bergamasco has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which needs most food?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Irish Water Spaniel vs Labradoodle vs Bergamasco Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. What colors are available?	Brown	Black Blue Cream Silver Chocolate Gold Apricot Caramel Chalky white Café Parchment They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.	Grey
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which requires most maintenance?	Advanced: The Irish Water Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Bergamasco doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which drools least?	The Irish Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bergamasco is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Irish Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bergamasco has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Curly Tight	Fine Variety of coat types	Fine Dense
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. 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. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Water Spaniel or Labradoodle or Bergamasco? Irish Water Spaniel or Labradoodle or {name3 shedding:	Irish Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Labradoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bergamasco dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Irish Water Spaniel vs Labradoodle vs Bergamasco Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which is best with kids?	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bergamasco dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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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.	Labradoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Bergamasco dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Water Spaniel or Labradoodle or Bergamasco? Which dog is more friendly?	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Bergamasco dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Water Spaniel or Labradoodle or Bergamasco?	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Bergamasco dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Water Spaniel or Labradoodle or Bergamasco?	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Bergamasco 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 Labradoodle vs Bergamasco?	Yes Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labradoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Bergamasco dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Irish Water Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labradoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bergamasco 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.	Labradoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Bergamascos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Labradoodle vs Bergamasco As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. 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, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. 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, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Irish Water Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labradoodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bergamasco breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. 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 Labradoodle vs Bergamasco Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which has most puppies?	4-12 puppies	4-10 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. 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, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Labradoodle vs Bergamasco Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Irish Water Spaniel, Labradoodle, and Bergamasco. Which has most recognition?	No data available	Australian Labradoodle Association International Australian Labradoodle Association	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. United Kennel Club

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