Irish Water Spaniel Puppies for Sale

Irish Water Spaniel Puppies for Sale: About the Breed

The Irish Water Spaniel is considered to be a rare breed and is the tallest of the Spaniels. They originated in Ireland in the mid 1800s for use as game retrieval from water as well as land. This breed was exceedingly popular in 1875, but over the years has been replaced in favor of the Labrador Retriever. The Irish Water Spaniel is now an uncommon and difficult to obtain breed.

Character

A breed of ancient lineage, the Irish Water Spaniel is an active, energetic, and willing companion. They are strongly built and have rugged endurance. A true sporting dog, they are bold, alert, and inquisitive. Irish Water Spaniels are often referred to as the clown of the Spaniel family.

Temperament

Irish Water Spaniels are highly intelligent, confident, and devoted. They demand attention and are a "whole family" dog. This is a breed that truly enjoys human contact. They are best suited for families with older considerate children. If properly introduced, they will get along well with other pets. They are generally quiet and bark only when necessary. The Irish Water Spaniel is protective, reserved, and wary with strangers. However, they are not aggressive. This breed displays a joyous exuberance and zest for life.

Care

This breed is high maintenance and requires extensive grooming. To prevent matting they must be brushed daily. Regular professional trimming of the coat is an absolute must. Bathing should only be done when necessary using a mild shampoo to protect the natural oil of the coat. The Irish Water Spaniel is prone to elbow and hip dysplasia, hypothyroidism, and eye problems. This breed may slobber and drool.

Coat

The most distinguishing characteristic of the Irish Water Spaniel is the coat. The majority of the body is covered with tight ringlets of hair. The tail, face, and ends of the rear legs have smooth short hair. The coat is crisp in texture and solid brown in color. The curly outer coat is lined with a dense under coat that serves as insulation from frigid water. To cover and protect the eyes a top-knot of curls hangs down from the head. This breed sheds little to no hair.

Training

With a desire to please, the Irish Water Spaniel is capable of learning a great deal. However, they can be independent and stubborn. Early socialization and obedience are recommended. Irish Water Spaniels respond best to firm, fair, and consistent training methods. They quickly become bored with repetition, so short varied sessions are ideal. It is important that family members establish leadership or this breed will refuse commands.

Activity

The Irish Water Spaniel requires an inordinate amount of daily exercise. They enjoy swimming, retrieving, family activities, hunting, and a long walk. This breed is not recommended for apartment dwelling. Their love of the outdoors makes them better suited for the country or suburbs. They do best with a large yard.

Weight

Male: 55-65; Female: 45-58 lbs

Height

Male: 22-24; Female: 21-23 inches

Color Variations

Curious about the color palette of Irish Water Spaniel puppies? You'll discover a captivating array of hues and patterns that define their distinctive personalities. Below you will find common and rare coat colors for the Irish Water Spaniel breed. *Remember, coat colors often change as a puppy grows older and cannot be guaranteed to remain constant.

• Blue
• Brown
• Deadgrass
• Liver
• Liver & Tan
• Red
• White

Name Variations

Searching for common aliases for Irish Water Spaniel puppies? Ever wondered what other names people use for this breed? Find your answer to what other people call the Irish Water Spaniel by exploring their affectionate nicknames or monikers below. This list will help you in your search for Bog Dog puppies and even Bog Dog Spaniel puppies for sale as they relate to the Irish Water Spaniel breed.

• Bog Dog
• Bog Dog Spaniel
• Irish Water Dog
• IWS
• Rat Tail Spaniel
• Shannon Spaniel
• Whiptail