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Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cowley Terrier or German: Italienisches Windspiel or Bog Dog? Find the right dog for you

"Find similarities and differences between Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel" Compare Sealyham Terrier and Italian Greyhound. Which is better: Sealyham Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Irish Water Spaniel?
 
 
 
Name Sealyham Terrier Italian Greyhound Irish Water Spaniel
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel breeds.
Cowley Terrier
Welsh Border Terrier
German: Italienisches Windspiel
Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Galgo Italiano
French: Petit Levrier Italiane
Bog Dog
Rat Tail Spaniel
Shannon Spaniel
Whiptail
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.
20 pounds (9 kg) 6-10 pounds (3-5 kg) 45-65 pounds (20-30 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
20 pounds (9 kg) 8 pounds (4 kg) 55 pounds (25 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Sealyham Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Irish Water Spaniel? Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel height comparison:
12 inches (30 cm) 12-15 inches (30-38 cm) 20-23 inches (51-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
12 inches (30 cm) 13.5 inches (34 cm) 21.5 inches (54.5 cm)

Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $800-$1000 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Sealyham Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Irish Water Spaniel?
Frequent: The Sealyham Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Irish Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: Irish Water Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is easiest to train?
Sealyham Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most alert?
Sealyham Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most protective?
Sealyham Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel? Compare temperaments.
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outright
Tempered
Fearless
Calm
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Active
Clownish
Alert
Intelligent
Quick
Inquisitive
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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Sensitive: Italian Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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: Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel?
High: Sealyham Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Irish Water Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel social needs comparison:
Sealyham Terrier dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Sealyham Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Sealyham Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Italian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Sealyham Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally.
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Average: The Irish Water Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Sealyham Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Irish Water Spaniel is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Sealyham Terrier breed.
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 Italian Greyhound indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Irish Water Spaniel breed in the home.

Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible?
Sealyham Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Italian Greyhound 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: Sealyham Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Irish Water Spaniel?
Sealyham Terrier dogs handle alone time quite well.
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.

Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Sealyham Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Irish Water Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which uses mouth most during play?
Sealyham Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Sealyham Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Sealyham Terrier: 15 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Irish Water Spaniel: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Sealyham Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues?
Sealyham Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Italian Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Irish Water Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Sealyham Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Italian Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once 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).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel health problems comparison:
Allergies
Eye Problems
Ear Infections
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Skin Allergies
Primary Lens Luxation
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Thyroid Problems
Alopecia
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Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Sealyham Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Irish Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which needs most food?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1/2 cup 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.

Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. What colors are available?
White Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Brown
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Sealyham Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Advanced: The Irish Water Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which drools least?
The Sealyham Terrier is an average drooler.
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The Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Irish Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Sealyham Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Irish Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Wiry
Dense
Soft
Weather-resistant
Fine Dense
Curly
Tight
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. 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.
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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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Sealyham Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Irish Water Spaniel? Sealyham Terrier or Italian Greyhound or {name3 shedding:
Sealyham Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Irish Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal.
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Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best with kids?
Sealyham Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Sealyham Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Italian Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Sealyham Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Irish Water Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Sealyham Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Sealyham Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Irish Water Spaniel?
Sealyham Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Sealyham Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Irish Water Spaniel?
Sealyham Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel?
Yes
Sealyham Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Italian Greyhound 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
Sealyham Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Italian Greyhound 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?
Sealyham Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Italian Greyhounds are not recommended for elderly people.
Irish Water Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. 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 Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. 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 Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Sealyham Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Irish Water Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

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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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. 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.

Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has most puppies?
3-6 puppies 2-4 puppies 4-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. What's recommended?

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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Sealyham Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Irish Water Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Sealyham Terrier, Italian Greyhound, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has most recognition?
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
Club Espanol De Terriers
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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