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Name	Barbet	Curly-Coated Retriever	Irish Water Spaniel
Origins	France	England	Ireland
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel breeds.	French Water Dog	No data available	Bog Dog Rat Tail Spaniel Shannon Spaniel Whiptail
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?	Large Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )	65-80 pounds (29-36 kg)	45-65 pounds (20-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )	72.5 pounds (32.5 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Barbet or Curly-Coated Retriever or Irish Water Spaniel? Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel height comparison:	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)	25-27 inches (63-69 cm)	20-23 inches (51-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)	26 inches (66 cm)	21.5 inches (54.5 cm)

Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$1000	$600-$800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Barbet or Curly-Coated Retriever or Irish Water Spaniel?	Average: The Barbet is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Curly-Coated Retriever is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Irish Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Irish Water Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is easiest to train?	Barbet dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most alert?	Barbet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most protective?	Barbet dogs are average defenders. See more.	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel? Compare temperaments.	Intelligent Obedient Joyful Companionable Cheerful	Independent Sensitive Intelligent Lively Trainable Clever	Active Clownish Alert Intelligent Quick Inquisitive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Barbet dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel?	High: Barbet dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Irish Water Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel social needs comparison:	Barbet dogs are a social breed. See more.	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are a social breed. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Barbet dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Curly-Coated Retriever is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Barbet dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Barbet rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Curly-Coated Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Irish Water Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most playful?	The Barbet is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Curly-Coated Retrievers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Irish Water Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Barbet indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Curly-Coated Retriever indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Irish Water Spaniel breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Barbet dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Barbet or Curly-Coated Retriever or Irish Water Spaniel?	Barbet dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Barbet has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Curly-Coated Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Water Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which uses mouth most during play?	Barbet dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Barbet bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Curly-Coated Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Barbet: 14 years	8-12 years The average lifespan of Curly-Coated Retriever: 10 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Irish Water Spaniel: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Barbet can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Curly-Coated Retriever can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish Water Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues?	Barbets tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Curly-Coated Retrievers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Irish Water Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Barbet should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Curly-Coated Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Irish Water Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Entropion Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Hernia Overbite Underbite	No data available	No data available

Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which breed is most active?	Barbet dogs are high-energy dogs.	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Barbet or Curly-Coated Retriever or Irish Water Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Barbet dogs have an average exercise need.	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have an average exercise need.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Barbet or Curly-Coated Retriever or Irish Water Spaniel?	Barbet dogs don't need too much sleep.	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Barbet has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Curly-Coated Retriever has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which needs most food?	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. What colors are available?	Black Gray White Brown Fawn	Black Liver	Brown
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Barbet requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Curly-Coated Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Water Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which drools least?	The Barbet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Curly-Coated Retriever is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Barbet has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Curly-Coated Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Waterproof	Curly	Dense Curly Tight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Barbet or Curly-Coated Retriever or Irish Water Spaniel? Barbet or Curly-Coated Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Barbet dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best with kids?	Barbet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Barbet dogs are generally with other pets.	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Barbet or Curly-Coated Retriever or Irish Water Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Barbet or Curly-Coated Retriever or Irish Water Spaniel?	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Barbet or Curly-Coated Retriever or Irish Water Spaniel?	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel?	Yes Barbet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Barbet is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	Yes Curly-Coated Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Irish Water Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Barbets are usually recommended for elderly people.	Curly-Coated Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Irish Water Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Barbet breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Curly-Coated Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Irish Water Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has most military use?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	6-8 puppies	4-12 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Barbet vs Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1924 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Barbet, Curly-Coated Retriever, and Irish Water Spaniel. Which has most recognition?	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available	No data available

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