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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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for English Pointer and Irish Water Spaniel. What other names are these breeds known by?	English Pointer	Bog Dog Rat Tail Spaniel Shannon Spaniel Whiptail
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an English Pointer and an Irish Water Spaniel. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an English Pointer and an Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is heavier?	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 Range Compare puppy prices between an English Pointer and an Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed costs more?	$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

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	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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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare training requirements.	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 Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare alertness levels.	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare territorial behaviors.	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

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an English Pointer and an Irish Water Spaniel. How do their temperaments differ?	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

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare vocalization tendencies.	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
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare play drive and energy.	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Irish Water Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare living space needs.	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

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare adaptability levels.	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.
Alone Time Tolerance 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 Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The English Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Water Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare mouthing behaviors.	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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare bite force PSI.	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

English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare average lifespans.	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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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare climate tolerances.	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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between an English Pointer and an Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is healthier?	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Irish Water Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency 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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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

English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare activity levels.	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

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare obesity risks.	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.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare daily food needs.	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

English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for English Pointer and Irish Water Spaniel? Compare breed colors.	Black White Brown Yellow	Brown
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare maintenance needs.	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
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare drooling amounts.	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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an English Pointer and an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare fur types.	Dense	Dense Curly Tight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
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

English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare kid-friendliness.	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility 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
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 Capability Which makes a better service dog: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare therapy capabilities.	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare maritime abilities.	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.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: an English Pointer or an Irish Water Spaniel? Compare draft work capabilities.	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 history between English Pointer and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has stronger military background?	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

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between English Pointer and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has larger litters?	4-6 puppies	4-12 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between English Pointer and Irish Water Spaniel breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between English Pointer and Irish Water Spaniel. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

English Pointer vs Irish Water Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of English Pointer and Irish Water Spaniel. Which groups do they belong to?	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 Classification Compare FCI classifications of English Pointer and Irish Water Spaniel. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between English Pointer and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	No data available

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