Differences and Similarities between the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel.

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Cockapoo Versus Irish Water Spaniel: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Cockapoo and for the Irish Water Spaniel. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Cockapoo or the Irish Water Spaniel.

Cockapoo versus Irish Water Spaniel: Overview

A very important difference between the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cockapoo is a small-sized dog while the Irish Water Spaniel is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Cockapoo belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

On the other hand, the Irish Water Spaniel belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Cockapoo versus Irish Water Spaniel: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cockapoo to the Irish Water Spaniel based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel

Factor Cockapoo Irish Water Spaniel
Does NOT Shed 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 12 years
General Health 2/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Height From under 10 to over 15 inches tall at the should 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder
Weight From under 6 to over 19 pounds 45 to 65 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 11.0 years
Average Price $1980 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $2400 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 24 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cockapoo in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Irish Water Spaniel. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Cockapoo is 94 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Irish Water Spaniel is 81 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cockapoo is a better pet than the Irish Water Spaniel. So, you should get the Cockapoo!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel

    Below is a list of where the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel are most different:

  • Cockapoos are good for new dog owners. However, Irish Water Spaniels are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    • The Similarities Between the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel

    The Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel are most similar:

  • Both the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Cockapoo versus Irish Water Spaniel

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel.

    Cockapoos weigh From under 6 to over 19 pounds when fully grown. Cockapoos are From under 10 to over 15 inches tall at the should when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Irish Water Spaniels weigh 45 to 65 pounds when fully grown. Irish Water Spaniels are 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Cockapoo versus Irish Water Spaniel

    The lifespan of Cockapoos is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Cockapoos is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Irish Water Spaniels is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Irish Water Spaniels is 11.0 years.

    Cockapoos live longer than Irish Water Spaniels.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cockapoo versus Irish Water Spaniel

    Cockapoos can be left alone only for a short time.

    Irish Water Spaniels can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Cockapoos shed more than Irish Water Spaniels?

    Cockapoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Irish Water Spaniels do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Cockapoo or the Irish Water Spaniel

    Cockapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Irish Water Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cockapoo or the Irish Water Spaniel?

    Cockapoos are moderately easy to groom.

    Irish Water Spaniels are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Cockapoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Irish Water Spaniel?

    Cockapoos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Irish Water Spaniels have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Cockapoos Bark and Howl? What about Irish Water Spaniels?

    Cockapoos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Irish Water Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Cockapoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Irish Water Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cockapoos can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Irish Water Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cockapoo vs. Irish Water Spaniel

    Cockapoos have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Irish Water Spaniels have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Cockapoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Irish Water Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Cockapoos can tolerate hot weather.

    Irish Water Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cockapoo or the Irish Water Spaniel?

    Cockapoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Irish Water Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Cockapoos good family dogs? What about Irish Water Spaniels?

    Cockapoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Irish Water Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Cockapoos and Irish Water Spaniels?

    Cockapoos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Irish Water Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Cockapoo Easier to Train than the Irish Water Spaniel?

    Cockapoos are very easy to train.

    Irish Water Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Is the Cockapoo Better for Apartment Owners than the Irish Water Spaniel?

    Cockapoos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Irish Water Spaniels adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cockapoo or the Irish Water Spaniel?

    Cockapoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Irish Water Spaniels are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cockapoo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cockapoo that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Cockapoo:

  • Cavapoo (81 percent match with Cockapoo). Here is our comparison of the Irish Water Spaniel vs Cavapoo.
  • Havanese (78 percent match with Cockapoo). Here is our comparison of the Irish Water Spaniel vs Havanese.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Irish Water Spaniel

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Irish Water Spaniel that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Irish Water Spaniel:

  • Kerry Blue Terrier (78 percent match with Irish Water Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Cockapoo vs Kerry Blue Terrier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Cockapoo and how the Irish Water Spaniel compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cockapoo and of the Irish Water Spaniel to other breeds:

    Cockapoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Irish Water Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Cockapoo versus Irish Water Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Cockapoo and the Irish Water Spaniel better suits you and your family.