Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Frenchton Versus Irish Water Spaniel: Introduction
- Frenchton versus Irish Water Spaniel: Overview
- Frenchton versus Irish Water Spaniel: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Frenchton and the Irish Water Spaniel
- The Similarities Between the Frenchton and the Irish Water Spaniel
- Size (Weight and Height) of Frenchton versus Irish Water Spaniel
- Tolerates Being Alone: Frenchton versus Irish Water Spaniel
- Does the Frenchton Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Irish Water Spaniel?
- Can Frenchtons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Irish Water Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Frenchtons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Irish Water Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which one drools more, the Frenchton or the Irish Water Spaniel
- Do Frenchtons Bark and Howl? What about Irish Water Spaniels?
- Wanderlust Potential: Frenchton vs. Irish Water Spaniel
- Do Frenchtons shed more than Irish Water Spaniels?
- Is the Frenchton Easier to Train than the Irish Water Spaniel?
- Are Frenchtons good family dogs? What about Irish Water Spaniels?
- How Kid-friendly are Frenchtons and Irish Water Spaniels?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Frenchton or the Irish Water Spaniel?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Frenchton or the Irish Water Spaniel?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Frenchton
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Irish Water Spaniel
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Frenchton versus Irish Water Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?
Frenchton Versus Irish Water Spaniel: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Frenchton and the Irish Water Spaniel? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Frenchton 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 Frenchton and the Irish Water Spaniel.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Frenchton 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 Frenchton 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Frenchton 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 Frenchton or the Irish Water Spaniel
Frenchton versus Irish Water Spaniel: Overview
A very important difference between the Frenchton and the Irish Water Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Frenchton is a small-sized dog while the Irish Water Spaniel is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Frenchton belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
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.
Frenchton versus Irish Water Spaniel: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Frenchton 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.
| Factor | Frenchton | Irish Water Spaniel |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 11 to 14 inches | 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Weight | 15 to 25 pounds | 45 to 65 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| 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 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $2130 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1650 – $2500 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Frenchton 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 a Frenchton is 95 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Irish Water Spaniel is 81 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Frenchton is a better pet than the Irish Water Spaniel. So, you should get the Frenchton!
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 Frenchton 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 Frenchton and the Irish Water Spaniel
Below is a list of where the Frenchton and the Irish Water Spaniel are most different:
The Similarities Between the Frenchton and the Irish Water Spaniel
The Frenchton and the Irish Water Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Frenchton and the Irish Water Spaniel are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Frenchton versus Irish Water Spaniel
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Frenchton and the Irish Water Spaniel.
Frenchtons weigh 15 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Frenchtons are 11 to 14 inches 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: Frenchton versus Irish Water Spaniel
Frenchtons do not like to be left alone.
Irish Water Spaniels can be left alone only for a short time.
Does the Frenchton Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Irish Water Spaniel?
Frenchtons have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other 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.
Can Frenchtons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Irish Water Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
Frenchtons can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Irish Water Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.
Can Frenchtons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Irish Water Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
Frenchtons can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Irish Water Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.
Which one drools more, the Frenchton or the Irish Water Spaniel
Frenchtons drool moderately.
Irish Water Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
Do Frenchtons Bark and Howl? What about Irish Water Spaniels?
Frenchtons bark and howl, but not very much.
Irish Water Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Wanderlust Potential: Frenchton vs. Irish Water Spaniel
Frenchtons 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.
Do Frenchtons shed more than Irish Water Spaniels?
Frenchtons shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Irish Water Spaniels do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Is the Frenchton Easier to Train than the Irish Water Spaniel?
Frenchtons are very easy to train.
Irish Water Spaniels are very easy to train.
Is the Frenchton Better for Apartment Owners than the Irish Water Spaniel?
Frenchtons adapt very well to apartment living.
Irish Water Spaniels adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Frenchton or the Irish Water Spaniel?
Frenchtons are very good for new dog owners.
Irish Water Spaniels are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Are Frenchtons good family dogs? What about Irish Water Spaniels?
Frenchtons 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 Frenchtons and Irish Water Spaniels?
Frenchtons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Irish Water Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Frenchton or the Irish Water Spaniel?
Frenchtons get along very well with other dogs.
Irish Water Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Frenchton or the Irish Water Spaniel?
Frenchtons are very easy to groom.
Irish Water Spaniels are moderately easy to groom.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Frenchton
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Frenchton 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 Frenchton:
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Frenchton and how the Irish Water Spaniel compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Frenchton and of the Irish Water Spaniel to other breeds:
Frenchton Versus Other Dog Breeds
Frenchton versus Beagle Frenchton versus Golden Retriever Frenchton versus Belgian Sheepdog Frenchton versus Karelian Bear Dog Frenchton versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Frenchton versus Norwegian Buhund Frenchton versus Yorkipoo Frenchton versus Sealyham Terrier Frenchton versus Standard Schnauzer Frenchton versus Lhasapoo
Irish Water Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
Irish Water Spaniel versus Miniature Schnauzer Irish Water Spaniel versus Airedale Terrier Irish Water Spaniel versus Dachshund Irish Water Spaniel versus Akita Irish Water Spaniel versus Cocker Spaniel Irish Water Spaniel versus Norwegian Lundehund Irish Water Spaniel versus Jack Russell Terrier Irish Water Spaniel versus Norwegian Buhund Irish Water Spaniel versus Pomapoo Irish Water Spaniel versus Irish Wolfhound
Conclusion: Frenchton 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 Frenchton and the Irish Water Spaniel better suits you and your family.