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Name	Irish Water Spaniel	St. Bernard	Newfoundland
Origins	Ireland	Switzerland Italy	Canada
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Group	Gun Dog	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bog Dog Rat Tail Spaniel Shannon Spaniel Whiptail	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	Blackbear Newfie The Gentle Giant Newf
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland?	Medium	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or St. Bernard? Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland weight comparison:	45-65 pounds (20-30 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 pounds (25 kg)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland? Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland height comparison:	20-23 inches (51-58 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	21.5 inches (54.5 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)

Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$1500-$1800	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland?	Frequent: The Irish Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The St.	Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.

Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland intelligence:	Very smart: Irish Water Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Newfoundland dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland trainability comparison.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland?	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	St. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland? 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. See more.	St. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland? Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Clownish Alert Intelligent Quick Inquisitive	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Courageous Intelligent Loyal Gentle Social Sweet Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: St. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland?	Average to High: Irish Water Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: St. See more.	Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland social needs comparison:	Irish Water Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	St. See more.	Newfoundland 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.	St. See more.	Newfoundland dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Newfoundland dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland playfulness comparison:	The Irish Water Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.	St. See more.	Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland?	Average: The Irish Water Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The St. See more.	Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland?	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 St.	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 Newfoundland indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland 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.	St.	Newfoundland dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	St.	Newfoundland 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 St. Bernard vs Newfoundland Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 St.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Newfoundland bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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.	Moderate ⏺ The St.	Low 🔽 The Newfoundland has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland mouthiness comparison:	Irish Water Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	St. See more.	Newfoundland dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland?	Irish Water Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Cystinuria Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
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).	Rare The St.	Rare The Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Water Spaniel, St. Bernard and Newfoundland breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Irish Water Spaniel: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.	9-13 years The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland?	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 cold weather The Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland? Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland energy level comparison:	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	St.	Newfoundland dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Irish Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	St.	Newfoundland dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland?	Irish Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	St.	Newfoundland dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland?	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.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Irish Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland coat comparison:	Dense Curly Tight	Dense Rough Smooth	Fluffy Waterproof Thick
Colors What are the original Irish Water Spaniel, St. Bernard and Newfoundland color?	Brown	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black Gray White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland? Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Irish Water Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The St. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland? Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or {name3 shedding:	Irish Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	St. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.
Hypoallergenic Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland?	Medium ⏺ The Irish Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The St.	High 🔼 The Newfoundland has a high 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. See more.	The St. See more.	The Newfoundland is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland 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.	St.	Newfoundland dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland? Which dog is more friendly?	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	St.	Newfoundland dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland?	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	St.	Newfoundland dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland?	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	St.	Newfoundland dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland?	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	St.	Newfoundland dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland?	Yes Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No St.	Yes Newfoundland 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 St.	No Newfoundland 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.	St.	Newfoundlands are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Irish Water Spaniel or St. Bernard or Newfoundland? Which is better for autism?	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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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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland?	Yes Irish Water Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really St. See more.	Yes Newfoundland breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Irish Water Spaniel and St. Bernard and Newfoundland have?	4-12 puppies	6-8 puppies	4-12 puppies
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Irish Water Spaniel vs St. Bernard vs Newfoundland 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 1885 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Working 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.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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

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