Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Water Spaniel

Compare the Belgian Tervuren to the Irish Water Spaniel. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Belgian Tervurens and Irish Water Spaniels.

Belgian Tervuren vs Irish Water Spaniel
Belgian Tervuren
Irish Water Spaniel
Belgian Tervuren
Irish Water Spaniel
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General Details
Belgian Tervuren
Irish Water Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
22-26 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
45-75 Pounds
45-65 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Belgian Tervuren
Irish Water Spaniel
Origin Country
Belgium
Ireland
Origin Year
1895 AD
1000 AD
Temperament
Belgian Tervuren
Irish Water Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Belgian Tervuren
Irish Water Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Belgian Tervuren
Irish Water Spaniel
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
40-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Belgian Tervuren
Irish Water Spaniel
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Belgian Tervuren
Irish Water Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
High
None to Low
Dander
Low
None to Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Belgian Tervuren
Irish Water Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Belgian Tervuren
Irish Water Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Belgian Tervuren
Irish Water Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Belgian Tervuren
Irish Water Spaniel
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Belgian Tervuren
Irish Water Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Hypothyroidism
Eye diseases
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Belgian Tervuren
Irish Water Spaniel
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Curly
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Silky
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Belgian Tervuren
Irish Water Spaniel
Breed Colors
Black
Cream and Black
Fawn and Black
Mahogany and Black
Silver and Black
Brown
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