Irish Water Spaniel
Sporting group · Large size · From Ireland
A playful, hardworking, brave water retriever — Ireland's sporting clown with a famous rat-tail.
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Lifespan
12–13 years
Weight (M)
55–68 lbs
Height (M)
22–24"
Coat
long
Ad slot · breed-mid
Trait ratings
Energy
High
Trainability
High
Intelligence
Very High
Exercise needs
High
Shedding
Lower = less hair
Very Low
Grooming effort
High
Drooling
Very Low
Barking
Low
Good with kids
High
Good with dogs
Moderate
Good with strangers
Moderate
Protectiveness
Moderate
Adaptability
Apartment / new environments
Moderate
Common health issues
- • Hip dysplasia
- • Eye disorders
- • Hypothyroidism
Health varies between individual dogs. Always ask breeders for OFA / health-test paperwork.
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