Curly-coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel

Compare the Curly-coated Retriever to the Irish Water Spaniel. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Curly-coated Retrievers and Irish Water Spaniels.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Curly-Coated Retriever
Irish Water Spaniel
Curly-Coated Retriever
Irish Water Spaniel
Curly-Coated Retriever
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General Details
Irish Water Spaniel
Curly-Coated Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-12 Years
Height
20-24 Inches
23-27 Inches
Weight
45-65 Pounds
60-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Irish Water Spaniel
Curly-Coated Retriever
Origin Country
Ireland
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1000 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Irish Water Spaniel
Curly-Coated Retriever
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
Average
Personality
Irish Water Spaniel
Curly-Coated Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Irish Water Spaniel
Curly-Coated Retriever
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-75 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Water Spaniel
Curly-Coated Retriever
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Medium to High
High
Grooming Needs
Irish Water Spaniel
Curly-Coated Retriever
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
None to Low
Medium
Dander
None to Low
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Water Spaniel
Curly-Coated Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Irish Water Spaniel
Curly-Coated Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Irish Water Spaniel
Curly-Coated Retriever
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Water Spaniel
Curly-Coated Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-12 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Water Spaniel
Curly-Coated Retriever
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Hypothyroidism
Eye diseases
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Heart problems
Eye diseases
Hair Loss
Glycogen storage disease type III
Exercise Induced Collapse
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Water Spaniel
Curly-Coated Retriever
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Curly
Curly
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Irish Water Spaniel
Curly-Coated Retriever
Breed Colors
Brown
Black
Liver
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