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Irish Water Spaniel

1.0 (1 reviews)Ireland#164
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Key Takeaways

  • Medium breed belonging to the Gun Dog group, known for typical breed characteristics.
  • High-energy breed best suited for active owners who can provide plenty of daily exercise and mental stimulation.
  • Easy to train and a good choice for first-time owners; responds well to positive reinforcement.
  • Low-maintenance coat with minimal shedding; suitable for allergy sufferers.

Quick Facts

Group

Gun Dog

Size

Medium

Life Span

10-12 years

Popularity

#164

Puppy Price

$800-$1000

Energy Level

High

Shedding Level

Minimal

Trainability

Easy to Train

Common Names & Aliases

Bog DogRat Tail SpanielShannon SpanielWhiptail
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⚖️Irish Water Spaniel Pros & Cons

Advantages

  • Allergy Friendliness:Hypoallergenic breed, ideal for allergy sufferers

  • Shedding Level:Minimal shedding, easy to maintain

  • Affection Level:Highly affectionate and loving companion

  • Lifestyle Adaptability:Highly adaptable to different environments

  • Training Difficulty:Highly trainable, great for first-time owners

  • Child Compatibility:Exceptionally child-friendly, perfect family pet

Disadvantages

  • Grooming Requirements:High grooming needs, regular professional care

  • Energy Rating:Very high energy, needs constant activity

  • Dog Friendly:May be selective with other dogs

  • Activity Requirement / Exercise Need:Very high exercise demands, needs athletic owner

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Price and Availability

Price Range

$800-$1000

If you choose to purchase the Irish Water Spaniel, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders' sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Irish Water Spaniel for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Irish Water Spaniel gets to a happy place.

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Availability

4/5

Availability

Frequent: The Irish Water Spaniel is easier than average to get. Maybe there is some risk of overbreeding, as it is a popular breed.

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History

Introduction The Irish Water Spaniel is intelligent, playful, and eager to please breed. With their poufy topknots and boisterous personalities, Irish Water Spaniels have often considered the clowns of the spaniel family but these humorous dogs are just as skilled at retrieving game as they are maki

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Recognition

Classifications

AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.

This breed is recognized by the following organizations:

American Kennel Club
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Irish Water Spaniel is a great choice for allergy sufferers due to its low-shedding coat.

The Irish Water Spaniel requires extensive grooming, including regular professional grooming sessions.

The Irish Water Spaniel barely sheds at all, perfect for those seeking a low-maintenance coat.

The Irish Water Spaniel is extremely energetic and needs constant activity throughout the day, ideal for very active owners who enjoy outdoor adventures.

highly trainable and eager to please, making the Irish Water Spaniel ideal for first-time dog owners who want a responsive companion.

The Irish Water Spaniel is exceptionally patient and protective with children of all ages.

The Irish Water Spaniel is moderately tolerant of other dogs but may be selective about companions.

The Irish Water Spaniel demands extensive daily exercise and thrives with athletic activities like running or hiking.

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Irish Water Spaniel Comments, Reviews and Questions

Terri Lynn

2022-12-06

This is the biggest lot of misinformation I've ever seen, starting with the picture, which is clearly not a purebred IWS, since purebred never have white markings. It says they arecommon and popular they are when in fact they are a rare breed

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