While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Irish Water Spaniels are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the King Cavrin is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Clownish
Intelligent
Alert
Inquisitive
Quick

Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Assertive
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Irish Water Spaniels shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

King Cavrins are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Irish Water Spaniels make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Avoid King Cavrins as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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1800s

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Brown

Black
Gray
Red
Cream
Brindle
White

Irish Water Spaniels have longer coats compared to most dogs.

King Cavrins have medium-length coats.

Curly

Wavy

An Irish Water Spaniel can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A King Cavrin can have a litter of 2-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Irish Water Spaniels typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

King Cavrins are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism

Mitral Valve Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Syringomyelia

Otitis Externa
Entropion
Eye Problems
Hypothyroidism

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Hemophilia
Portosystemic Shunt
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Eye
Hip
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Hip X-Rays
X-Rays
Biopsy
X-ray imaging
Blood Analysis
Complete Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis

Irish Water Spaniels thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

King Cavrins' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Irish Water Spaniel has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

King Cavrin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Irish Water Spaniels need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

King Cavrins need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Irish Water Spaniels are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

King Cavrins sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Irish Water Spaniels bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

King Cavrin dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Walking, Swimming, Hunting, Running

Road trip, Walk, Hide & Seek, Run

Irish Water Spaniels are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

King Cavrins are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Irish Water Spaniel, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For King Cavrin, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Irish Water Spaniels usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most King Cavrins usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Irish Water Spaniels require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The King Cavrin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-68 pound (25 - 31 kg) Irish Water Spaniel feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 13-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) King Cavrin feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an Irish Water Spaniel is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a King Cavrin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Irish Water Spaniel is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a King Cavrin is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Irish Water Spaniel is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

King Cavrins are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Irish Water Spaniels can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The King Cavrin is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Irish Water Spaniels are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

King Cavrins are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Irish Water Spaniels are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

King Cavrins are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Irish Water Spaniels are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

King Cavrins are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.