Irish Water Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano

Compare the Irish Water Spaniel to the Spinone Italiano. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Irish Water Spaniels and Spinone Italianos.

Irish Water Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano
Irish Water Spaniel
Spinone Italiano
Irish Water Spaniel
Spinone Italiano
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General Details
Irish Water Spaniel
Spinone Italiano
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
9-12 Years
Height
20-24 Inches
22½-27½ Inches
Weight
45-65 Pounds
61-85 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Irish Water Spaniel
Spinone Italiano
Origin Country
Ireland
Italy
Origin Year
1000 AD
-500 BC
Temperament
Irish Water Spaniel
Spinone Italiano
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
Irish Water Spaniel
Spinone Italiano
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Irish Water Spaniel
Spinone Italiano
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-75 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Water Spaniel
Spinone Italiano
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Medium to High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Irish Water Spaniel
Spinone Italiano
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
None to Low
Low
Dander
None to Low
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Water Spaniel
Spinone Italiano
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Irish Water Spaniel
Spinone Italiano
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Irish Water Spaniel
Spinone Italiano
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Above Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Water Spaniel
Spinone Italiano
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
9-12 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Water Spaniel
Spinone Italiano
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Hypothyroidism
Eye diseases
Bloat
Cerebellar ataxia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Water Spaniel
Spinone Italiano
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Curly
Wire
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Shaggy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Irish Water Spaniel
Spinone Italiano
Breed Colors
Brown
Brown Roan
Orange Roan
White
White and Brown
White and Orange
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