General

The Irish Water Spaniel was developed by Justin McCarthy in the first half of the 19th century, and a decent result appeared in 1830 or so. Justin was a hunter and wanted to breed a dog that would correspond to his ideas about the ideal hunting dog, c ...

The Irish Water Spaniel is a dog breed that is easy to care for and does not require much hassle.

Since the Irish Water Spaniel has drooping ears, they should be monitored especially carefully, as these breeds are prone to ear problems. Check your pet every week and do not delay going to the veterinarian if you notice uncharacteristic changes.

The Irish Water Spaniel is a medium sized, sturdy dog.