• Hungarian Language
  • English Language

Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Dokhi Apso or Cao De Agua or Bog Dog? Find the right dog for you

"Find similarities and differences between Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel" Compare Tibetan Terrier and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is better: Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?
 
 
 
Name Tibetan Terrier Portuguese Water Dog Irish Water Spaniel
OriginsTibet flagTibet Portugal flagPortugal Ireland flagIreland
Group Companion Dogs Working Dogs Gun Dog
Popularity Rank10154164
Reviews451
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Dokhi Apso
Tsang Apso
Cao De Agua
Portie
Water Dog
Bog Dog
Rat Tail Spaniel
Shannon Spaniel
Whiptail
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel weight comparison:
18-30 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg) Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg) 45-65 pounds (20-30 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
24 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg) Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg) 55 pounds (25 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel? Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel height comparison:
14-17 inches (36-43 cm) Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm) 20-23 inches (51-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
15.5 inches (39.5 cm) Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm) 21.5 inches (54.5 cm)

Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$2000 $2500-$2800 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?
Frequent: The Tibetan Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Irish Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
See more.
Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence.
See more.
Very smart: Irish Water Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
See more.
Trainability
Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel trainability comparison.
Tibetan Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
See more.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train.
See more.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
See more.
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
See more.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
See more.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average defenders.
See more.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders.
See more.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
See more.

Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel? Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Reserved
Amiable
Intelligent
Docile
Obedient
Brave
Impetuous
Quarrelsome
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.
See more.
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.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel?
High: Tibetan Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
See more.
High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
See more.
Average to High: Irish Water Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
See more.
Social Needs
Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel social needs comparison:
Tibetan Terrier dogs are a social breed.
See more.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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?
Tibetan Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
See more.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
See more.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs have average wanderlust potential.
See more.
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Tibetan Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
See more.
Portuguese Water Dog 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.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
See more.

Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel playfulness comparison:
The Tibetan Terrier is a playful breed.
See more.
The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed.
See more.
The Irish Water Spaniel is a playful breed.
See more.
Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel?
Low to Average: The Tibetan Terrier rarely barks.
See more.
Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks.
See more.
Average: The Irish Water Spaniel barks occasionally.
See more.
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?
Very house-friendly dog the Tibetan Terrier breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Irish Water Spaniel breed in the home.

Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Tibetan Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Portuguese Water Dog 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: Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?
Tibetan Terrier 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.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Tibetan Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Tibetan Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog 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? Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel mouthiness comparison:
Tibetan Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
See more.
Portuguese Water Dog 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.

Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel?
The Tibetan Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Portuguese Water Dog 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hyperthyroidism
Distichiasis
Lens Luxation
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Entropion
Ectropion
Distichiasis
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Addison's Disease
Megaesophagus
Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd)
Abnormally Small Eyes
GM-1 Storage Disease
Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Colitis
Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis
Lymphangiectasia
No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Tibetan Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Portuguese Water Dog 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).
Life Expectancy
Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Tibetan Terrier, Portuguese Water Dog and Irish Water Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Tibetan Terrier: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Irish Water Spaniel: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Tibetan Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
See more.
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Portuguese Water Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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.

Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel? Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel energy level comparison:
Tibetan Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Tibetan Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?
Tibetan Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.

Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?
Recommended daily amount: 1 1/8 to 1 3/8 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Tibetan Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
See more.
Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
See more.
Average: The Irish Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
See more.

Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel coat comparison:
Thick
Smooth
Curly Dense
Curly
Tight
Colors
What are the original Tibetan Terrier, Portuguese Water Dog and Irish Water Spaniel color?
Black
Gray
White
Silver
Black
White
Brown
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel? Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
See more.
Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort.
See more.
Advanced: The Irish Water Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
See more.
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel? Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or {name3 shedding:
Tibetan Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
See more.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
See more.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal.
See more.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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.
Hypoallergenic
Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
Yes See more. Yes See more. Yes See more.
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel?

Medium

The Tibetan Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low 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?
The Tibetan Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
See more.
The Portuguese Water Dog 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.

Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Tibetan Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Water Spaniel?
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly 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: Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel?
Yes
Tibetan Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Portuguese Water Dog 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
Tibetan Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Portuguese Water Dog 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?
Tibetan Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Irish Water Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog 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.

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
See more.
Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Tibetan Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog 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.

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
See more.
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.

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel?

Not really

Tibetan Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
See more.

Yes

Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes 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.

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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel 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 Tibetan Terrier and Portuguese Water Dog and Irish Water Spaniel have?
4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies 4-12 puppies

Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. 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?
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
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The Kennel Club
No data available

Rate This Comparsion - Tibetan Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Water Spaniel

Reviews