This curly-coated clown likes to go for the gusto in everything he does.
Vital Stats
Height: 21 to 24 inches at shoulder
Weight: 45 to 65 pounds (males average 60 pounds, females average 52 pounds)
Coat: crisp and curly
Life span: 10 to 12 years
Summary
Whether he’s splashing after ducks or showing off in the agility ring, the Irish Water Spaniel does everything with a sense of fun.
Created in Ireland as a water retriever, he’s rare these days, but makes an excellent companion for active and experienced dog owners–especially if they live near a body of water.
Full Irish Water Spaniel profile on DogTime.com
| Affectionate with family: |  (5.0 / 5) |
| Need for exercise: | (5.0 / 5) |
| Playfulness: |  (4.0 / 5) |
| Friendly toward strangers: | (4.0 / 5) |
| General health: | (4.0 / 5) |
| Heat Tolerance: | (4.0 / 5) |
| Cold tolerance: | (4.0 / 5) |
| Compatible with kids: | (4.0 / 5) |
| Drooling potential: |  (3.0 / 5) |
| Ease at being home alone: | (3.0 / 5) |
| Apartment appropriate: | (3.0 / 5) |
| Predatory tendencies: | (3.0 / 5) |
| Vigor: |  (2.0 / 5) |
| Watchdog ability: | (2.0 / 5) |
| Average: |  (3.6 / 5) |
