Irish Water Spaniel
Canis lupus familiaris
✨ Hauska Fakta
Irish Water Spaniels have a distinctive 'rat tail' — a smooth, hairless tail that is unique among spaniels.
Large, curly-coated water spaniel with distinctive 'rat tail.' Intelligent, energetic, and excellent swimmer.
🏷️ Rotu
Irish Water Spaniel
💭 Luonne
Intelligent, energetic, loyal, alert, playful
📏 Koko
Large (20-29 kg)
⏳ Elinikä
10-12 years
🎨 Värit
Rich dark liver (brown) with purplish tint
🌍 Alkuperä
Ireland, 19th century
🏠 Elinympäristö
Domestic — needs regular exercise and mental stimulation
🍽️ Ravinto
Quality commercial dog food; lean proteins
✓ FCI Ryhmä
Group 8
✓ FCI Osasto
Water Dogs
✓ FCI Numero
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