Chinese Crested vs Irish Water Spaniel

Compare the Chinese Crested to the Irish Water Spaniel. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Chinese Cresteds and Irish Water Spaniels.

Chinese Crested vs Irish Water Spaniel
Chinese Crested
Irish Water Spaniel
Chinese Crested
Irish Water Spaniel
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General Details
Chinese Crested
Irish Water Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
13-15 Years
10-12 Years
Height
10-13 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
5-12 Pounds
45-65 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Chinese Crested
Irish Water Spaniel
Origin Country
China
Ireland
Origin Year
1800 AD
1000 AD
Temperament
Chinese Crested
Irish Water Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Chinese Crested
Irish Water Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Chinese Crested
Irish Water Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
60-80 °F
40-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Chinese Crested
Irish Water Spaniel
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Low
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
16 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Chinese Crested
Irish Water Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
High
Shedding
Low
None to Low
Dander
Low
None to Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chinese Crested
Irish Water Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Chinese Crested
Irish Water Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Chinese Crested
Irish Water Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Above Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chinese Crested
Irish Water Spaniel
Average Lifespan
13-15 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Chinese Crested
Irish Water Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Deafness
Lens luxation
Loose teeth
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Hypothyroidism
Eye diseases
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chinese Crested
Irish Water Spaniel
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Bald
Curly
Coat Texture
Silky
Silky
Wavy
Coat Length
Hairless
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Chinese Crested
Irish Water Spaniel
Breed Colors
Apricot
Apricot
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blue
Blue
Brown
Brown
Chocolate
Chocolate
Cream
Cream
Red
Red
Sable
Sable
Silver
Silver
White
White
Brown
Brown
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