Key facts about the Irish Water Spaniel
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Life expectancy :
Between 10 and 12 years
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Temperament :
Affectionate, Playful, Intelligent, Hunter
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Size :
Medium
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Type of coat :
Long
FCI Group
FCI Group
Group 8 - Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs
Section
Section 3 : Water Dogs
Physical characteristics of the Irish Water Spaniel
Adult size
| Female dog |
Between 20 and 22 in
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| Male dog |
Between 21 and 23 in
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Weight
| Female dog |
Between 46 and 55 lb
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| Male dog |
Between 49 and 57 lb
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Temperament
Affectionate
Playful
Calm
Intelligent
Hunter
Fearful / wary of strangers
Independent
Behaviour of the Irish Water Spaniel
Tolerates solitude
Easy to train / obedience
Barking
Tendency to run away
Destructive
Greedy / Gluttony
Guard dog
First dog
Lifestyle
Irish Water Spaniel in a flat
Need for exercise / Sporty
Travelling / easy to transport
Compatibility
Irish Water Spaniel and cats
Irish Water Spaniel and dogs
Irish Water Spaniel and children
Irish Water Spaniel and the elderly
Health of the Irish Water Spaniel
Strong / robust
Withstand heat
Withstand cold
Tendency to put on weight
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