English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel Comparison – Which dog is better English Pointer or Bog Dog?

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Name	English Pointer	Irish Water Spaniel
Origins	England	Ireland
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Pointer	Bog Dog Rat Tail Spaniel Shannon Spaniel Whiptail
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel? Is the English Pointer bigger than the Irish Water Spaniel breed? Is an English Pointer smaller than an Irish Water Spaniel?	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel? English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel weight comparison:	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)	45-65 pounds (20-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 pounds (25 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel? Is an English Pointer taller than an Irish Water Spaniel?	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	20-23 inches (51-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	21.5 inches (54.5 cm)

English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between English Pointer and Irish Water Spaniel?	$400-$500	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel?	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Irish Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.

English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel smarter? Which is best? English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Irish Water Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel trainability comparison. What's the difference between English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel?	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel?	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.
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English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel? English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable	Active Clownish Alert Intelligent Quick Inquisitive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel?	English Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel?	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Irish Water Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel social needs comparison:	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel?	English Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel? Which can be better for hunting?	English Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel playfulness comparison:	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Irish Water Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel?	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Irish Water Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Irish Water Spaniel breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	English Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel?	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.

English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is an English Pointer more dangerous than an Irish Water Spaniel?	Low 🔽 The English Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Water Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	English Pointer dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel?	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Irish Water Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel?	Frequent The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Irish Water Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do English Pointer and Irish Water Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the English Pointer and Irish Water Spaniel?	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Irish Water Spaniel: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	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.

English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel? English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel energy level comparison:	English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel?	English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel? Does the English Pointer breed eat more than the Irish Water Spaniel breed?	2 to 3 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Curly Tight
Colors What are the original English Pointer and Irish Water Spaniel color? English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel color comparison:	Black White Brown Yellow	Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel? English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel grooming comparison:	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Water Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel? Do English Pointer dogs shed more than Irish Water Spaniel dogs?	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel?	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 English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel?	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel?	The English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most 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 English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel?	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel?	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel? Can an English Pointer and an Irish Water Spaniel be friends? Do English Pointer dogs get along with Irish Water Spaniel dogs?	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel?	Yes English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No English Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Irish Water Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	English Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Irish Water Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: English Pointer or Irish Water Spaniel? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel?	Not really English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Irish Water Spaniel 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.	Not really 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can English Pointer and Irish Water Spaniel have? English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel litter size comparison:	4-6 puppies	4-12 puppies
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English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel 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 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	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

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