Article From SubmitYOURArticle.com: Irish Water Spaniel Dog Breed Description, History, Grooming, Health Issues and Living Conditions

Description: The Irish Water Spaniel breed is the
largest of the Spaniel breed. With the large head
and a long square muzzle, that tapers off to a
large nose that is liver in colour. They can have
either a level bite or a scissor bite. With
almond shaped brown eyes that are slightly small,
in proportion. The Irish Water Spaniel ears are
set low, are long and close to the head which is
covered in a gorgeous loose curled fur. The chest
is narrow, but deep. The Irish Water Spaniel has
straight front legs, with the hindquarters, a
little higher. This breed has webbed feet, which
are a round shape and covered with hair. The
Irish water Spaniel has a low-set tail. They are
20-23 inches in height, with a weight of 45-65
pounds. This breed has a unique coat that is made
up of long loose curls on the body and shorter on
the face and tail. This breed has a dense
undercoat that insulates the dog in cold water.
This breed also has a topknot of curls on the top
of their head.

History: Justin McCarthy from Dublin in Ireland
is the creator of the Irish water Spaniel. It is
believed the gene pool of the Irish water Spaniel
comes from; Poodle and Irish setter, or a
Portuguese water dog, and poodle or curly coated
retriever and poodle. As there is no record, to
truly tell how the mix was created for this
breed, it can be a combination of any of these
dogs. Today the Irish water Spaniel resembles the
brown standard poodle. This breed is versatile,
being able to work both on land and water for the
hunter. The Irish Water Spaniel dog has an
exceptional ability to swim in the coldest waters
that other dogs simply couldn't work. This breed
is a soft mouthed dog. In the 1800s, the Irish
water Spaniel was popular in America for duck
hunting. This breed lost popularity. When the
easy care Labrador Retriever became more popular.
The Irish water spaniel was recognized by the AKC
in 1884 and is considered a rare Breed of dog.

Temperament: The Irish Water Spaniel is highly
spirited, with great intelligence and a good
capacity for learning. This is a quiet dog, when
given the right physical and mental exercise, and
a consistent leadership. The Irish water Spaniel
is good with other pets, if introduced properly.
The breed should be socialised well as puppies to
prevent excessive shyness around strangers. It is
a good family dog, and does well with children.
You must understand the leadership role, which is
required for this breed. The dog will love to be
working hard, either hunting or in the obedience
ring. This breed is an excellent swimmer and has
great stamina. This is not a dog for the meek or
timid owner, as the dog will become stubborn,
timid or overprotective, without the correct
leadership.

Health issues: The Irish Water Spaniel breed can
have hip dysplasia, eye entropion, ear infections
and hypo-thyroid.

Grooming: An Irish Water Spaniels coat will need
cutting regularly. This coat mats easily and will
need brushing at least weekly.

Living conditions: An Irish Water Spaniel will
need plenty exercise both mentally and
physically. This dog does best in the countryside
and requires at least an average to large sized
garden. This dog is unsuitable for apartment
living.

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