Irish Water Spaniel vs Large Munsterlander

Compare the Irish Water Spaniel to the Large Munsterlander. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Irish Water Spaniels and Large Munsterlanders.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Large Munsterlander
Irish Water Spaniel
Large Munsterlander
Irish Water Spaniel
Large Munsterlander
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General Details
Irish Water Spaniel
Large Munsterlander
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
20-24 Inches
23-25½ Inches
Weight
45-65 Pounds
50-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Irish Water Spaniel
Large Munsterlander
Origin Country
Ireland
Germany
Origin Year
1000 AD
1900 AD
Temperament
Irish Water Spaniel
Large Munsterlander
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Irish Water Spaniel
Large Munsterlander
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Irish Water Spaniel
Large Munsterlander
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Water Spaniel
Large Munsterlander
Energy Level
High
Very High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Very High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
Medium to High
High
Grooming Needs
Irish Water Spaniel
Large Munsterlander
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
None to Low
Medium
Dander
None to Low
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Water Spaniel
Large Munsterlander
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Irish Water Spaniel
Large Munsterlander
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Irish Water Spaniel
Large Munsterlander
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Water Spaniel
Large Munsterlander
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Water Spaniel
Large Munsterlander
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Hypothyroidism
Eye diseases
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Skin irritation
Osteochondrosis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Water Spaniel
Large Munsterlander
Coat Type
Hair
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Curly
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Irish Water Spaniel
Large Munsterlander
Breed Colors
Brown
Brown
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