What is the lifespan of a Irish Water Spaniel?

According to allpets.ai data, Irish Water Spaniel typically lives 10–13 years. They weigh 20.4–30.8 kg and stand 53–61 cm tall.

How big does a Irish Water Spaniel get?

According to allpets.ai data, adult Irish Water Spaniel weigh between 20.4 and 30.8 kg. Height ranges from 53 to 61 cm. Size category: Large.

What health problems are common in Irish Water Spaniel?

According to allpets.ai data, Irish Water Spaniel is predisposed to 5 health conditions including Hip Dysplasia, Elbow Dysplasia, Hypothyroidism. 4 of these are hereditary. Regular screening is recommended for early detection.

Does the Irish Water Spaniel have separation anxiety?

According to allpets.ai data, Irish Water Spaniel has Moderate anxiety proneness with Moderate separation anxiety risk. Top triggers: Separation, loud noises, unfamiliar environments. Recommended interventions: Crate training, puzzle toys, regular exercise, calming pheromones.

How do you care for a Irish Water Spaniel?

According to allpets.ai data, Irish Water Spaniel care includes: Exercise: Active, high-energy companion. Needs lots of daily exercise. Long walks or hikes, running alongside a bicycle, chasing a ball, playing with other dogs daily.. Grooming: Brush at least twice a week, occasional bath, weekly ear cleaning, monthly nail trims, dental brushing several times a week.. Annual exam focus: Hips, elbows, eyes, thyroid, ears, skin.

What are the breeding considerations for Irish Water Spaniel?

According to allpets.ai data, Irish Water Spaniel has an average litter size of 4–12. Dystocia risk: Low. CHIC required tests: Hips, elbows, eyes, thyroid.

Irish Water Spaniel - Pet Health Database

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Irish Water Spaniel

Basic Information

Species	Dog
Origin	Ireland
Size Category	Large
Category	Dog
Original Purpose	Water retriever, gun dog, bird hunting

Vital Statistics

Weight Range	20.4–30.8 kg
Height Range	53–61 cm
Lifespan	10–13 years
Juvenile Stage Ends	18 months
Senior Age Threshold	8 years

Adult Preventive Care

Exercise Needs	Active, high-energy companion. Needs lots of daily exercise. Long walks or hikes, running alongside a bicycle, chasing a ball, playing with other dogs daily.
Grooming	Brush at least twice a week, occasional bath, weekly ear cleaning, monthly nail trims, dental brushing several times a week.
Annual Exam Focus	Hips, elbows, eyes, thyroid, ears, skin

Health Predispositions (5 conditions)

Condition	Onset Stage	Risk	Hereditary	Screening
Hip Dysplasia	adult	high	Yes	Recommended
Elbow Dysplasia	adult	medium	Yes	Recommended
Hypothyroidism	adult	medium	Yes	Recommended
Ear Infections	puppy	high	No	N/A
Allergies	adult	medium	Yes	N/A

Obesity Management

Risk Level	Moderate
Ideal BCS	4/9
Daily Activity	90 minutes

Breeding & Genetics

Litter Size	4–12
Dystocia Risk	Low
CHIC Required Tests	Hips, elbows, eyes, thyroid

Development

Neonatal Weight	350–500 g

Emotional Wellbeing

Anxiety Proneness	Moderate
Top Triggers	Separation, loud noises, unfamiliar environments
Separation Anxiety Risk	Moderate
Calming Interventions	Crate training, puzzle toys, regular exercise, calming pheromones
Cognitive Dysfunction Risk	Moderate

Behavioral Ethogram

Locomotion	Swimming, running, trotting, jumping
Social	Play bowing, sniffing, tail wagging, leaning
Comfort	Grooming, stretching, resting, sleeping
Stress/Displacement	Lip licking, yawning, pacing, panting
Breed-Specific	Water retrieving, shaking off water, carrying objects in mouth

Vocalization Baseline

Types	Barking, whining, growling
Frequency Range	100-2000 Hz
Tendency	Moderate

AI Communication Decoding

AI-Trainable Signals	Curly coat texture, rat tail, topknot, floppy ears, liver color, tail wagging, ear position, posture
Context-Dependent Vocalizations	Alert barking, play growling, whining when anxious
Interspecies Communication	Body language, tail wagging, vocalizations to communicate with humans and other animals.