irish water spaniel laying in tall green grass with tongue out
irish water spaniel laying in tall green grass with tongue out

Traits and Characteristics

type

Sporting

weight

45 to 68 pounds

height

21 to 24 inches

family

Gun Dog

Traits and Characteristics

type

Sporting

weight

45 to 68 pounds

height

21 to 24 inches

family

Gun Dog

The tallest of the Spaniel breeds, the Irish Water Spaniel has a history that dates back over 1,000 years. They are dashing and striking, with a liver-colored double coat covered in ringlets. With a history as water retrievers, these dogs are excellent swimmers. Sensitive, alert, and smart, they are a rarer Spaniel breed. 

  • Energy Levellevel 5 in 5

  • Exercise Requirementslevel 5 in 5

  • Playfulnesslevel 5 in 5

  • Affection Levellevel 3 in 5

  • Friendliness to Dogslevel 3 in 5

  • Friendliness to Other Petslevel 3 in 5

  • Friendliness to Strangerslevel 2 in 5

  • Watchfulnesslevel 3 in 5

  • Ease of Traininglevel 5 in 5

  • Grooming Requirementslevel 3 in 5

  • Heat Sensitivitylevel 3 in 5

  • Vocalitylevel 4 in 5

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