Also known as: "Bog Dog", "Shannon Spaniel", "Whiptail", "Rat Tail Spaniel"
Breed Overview
The Irish Water Spaniel is a Large dog breed, with a starting weight of 45 lbs that can reach 65 lbs. It is officially part of the Sporting group and recognized by the CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, ACR. Some critical information for potential owners. The Irish Water Spaniel breed has a typical lifespan of 10 to 12 years, Medium hair, and have Lite shedding. Breeders interested in the Irish Water Spaniel should know that the average litter size is between 4 to 12 puppies.
Doggie Vitals
| Lifespan: 10-12 years |
Height: 19-24" |
Shedding: Lite |
Litter Size: 4-12 pups |
| Group: Sporting |
Weight: 45-65 lbs |
Hair Length: Medium |
Size: Large |
Irish Water Spaniel Breed Characteristics
| Group |
Sporting |
Drooler |
yes |
| Size |
Large |
Guard Dog |
no |
| Origin |
Ireland |
Easy to Train |
|
| Kid Friendly |
no |
Hypoallergenic |
yes |
| Stranger Friendly |
somewhat |
Active Indoors |
|
| Apartment Friendly |
no |
Exercise Demands |
no |
| Pet Friendly |
yes |
Yard Needs |
medium |
| Intelligent |
|
Grooming Requirements |
weekly |
| Barks |
|
Dangerous |
no |
Irish Water Spaniel Temperament
intelligent, easy to train, desire to please, loving family dog, good guard dogs, quiet dog, barking only when necessary to warn the family
Health Problems
hypo-thyroidism and eye entropion
Irish Water Spaniel Coat
Irish Water Spaniel Dog Colors
deep puce, dark brown or liver color
Recognized By
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, ACR