Breed Comparison: Irish Water Spaniel Versus Pyrenean Shepherd

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Irish Water Spaniel Versus Pyrenean Shepherd: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd? 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 Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Irish Water Spaniel and for the Pyrenean Shepherd. 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 Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd.

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

Irish Water Spaniel versus Pyrenean Shepherd: Overview

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

Furthermore, 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.

On the other hand, the Pyrenean Shepherd belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

Irish Water Spaniel versus Pyrenean Shepherd: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Irish Water Spaniel to the Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd

Factor Irish Water Spaniel Pyrenean Shepherd
Does NOT Shed 5/5 3/5
Height 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder 15 to 21 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 12 years 15 to 17 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
General Health 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Weight 45 to 65 pounds 25 to 30 pounds
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 2/5
Easy To Train 5/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 16.0 years
Price Range No Data No Data
Average Price No Data No Data
Temperament Score 90.0 percent 75.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 24 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 156 178

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Irish Water Spaniel 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 Pyrenean Shepherd. 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 Irish Water Spaniel is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Pyrenean Shepherd is 72 out of 125.

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

    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 Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd

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

  • Irish Water Spaniels are very friendly towards strangers. However, Pyrenean Shepherds are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Irish Water Spaniels are very easy to train. However, Pyrenean Shepherds are not easy to train.
  • The Similarities Between the Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd

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

  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd are very playful.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Irish Water Spaniel versus Pyrenean Shepherd

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

    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.

    On the other hand, Pyrenean Shepherds weigh 25 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Pyrenean Shepherds are 15 to 21 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Irish Water Spaniel versus Pyrenean Shepherd

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

    The lifespan of Pyrenean Shepherds is between 15 to 17 years. The average lifespan of Pyrenean Shepherds is 16.0 years.

    Pyrenean Shepherds live longer than Irish Water Spaniels.

    Temperament of the Pyrenean Shepherd Versus the Irish Water Spaniel

    The Irish Water Spaniel has a better temperament than the Pyrenean Shepherd.

    This is because the temperament score for the Irish Water Spaniel is 90.0 percent while the temperament score for the Pyrenean Shepherd is 75.0 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 90.0 percent, the Irish Water Spaniel has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 75.0 percent, the Pyrenean Shepherd has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd by measuring the temperaments of 30 Irish Water Spaniels and 4 Pyrenean Shepherds.

    The Popularity of Irish Water Spaniel versus Popularity of Pyrenean Shepherd

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Irish Water Spaniel is more popular with dog owners than the Pyrenean Shepherd. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Irish Water Spaniel is 156 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Pyrenean Shepherd is 178 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Irish Water Spaniel

    Popularity of Irish Water Spaniel

    Popularity of Pyrenean Shepherd

    Popularity of Pyrenean Shepherd

    Year Irish Water Spaniel Popularity Rank Pyrenean Shepherd Popularity Rank
    2013 141 169
    2014 152 178
    2015 144 176
    2016 150 176
    2017 164 180
    2018 159 181
    2019 170 182
    2020 174 182

    Health Problems of Irish Water Spaniel versus Health Problems of Pyrenean Shepherd

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Pyrenean Shepherd is prone to the same number of genetic health problems as the Irish Water Spaniel.

    5 health tests are recommended for Irish Water Spaniel while 5 tests are recommended for the Pyrenean Shepherd.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Irish Water Spaniels and in Pyrenean Shepherds.

    Irish Water Spaniel Health Problems

    Irish Water Spaniels are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Irish Water Spaniel puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Irish Water Spaniel puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Irish Water Spaniel breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Irish Water Spaniels for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 24 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Irish Water Spaniels here.

    Pyrenean Shepherd Health Problems

    Pyrenean Shepherds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Pyrenean Shepherd puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Pyrenean Shepherd puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Pyrenean Shepherd breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Pyrenean Shepherds for:

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Pyrenean Shepherds here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Irish Water Spaniels and Pyrenean Shepherds

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Irish Water Spaniel Breed is Advanced Cardiac problems.

    This is because the Irish Water Spaniel ranks 5 out of 71 dog breeds for Advanced Cardiac problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 111 Irish Water Spaniels, 7 of them had Advanced Cardiac problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Irish Water Spaniels, and how common these diseases are in Irish Water Spaniels relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 5 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 9 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Shoulder problems: Rank 18 out of 22 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 31 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 104 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 105 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 150 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Pyrenean Shepherd Breed is Dentition Database problems.

    This is because the Pyrenean Shepherd ranks 24 out of 49 dog breeds for Dentition Database problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 79 Pyrenean Shepherds, 4 of them had Dentition Database problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Pyrenean Shepherds, and how common these diseases are in Pyrenean Shepherds relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 24 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 27 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 44 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 71 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 72 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Irish Water Spaniel and in Pyrenean Shepherd and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd:

    Disease Irish Water Spaniel Rank Pyrenean Shepherd Rank
    Advanced Cardiac problems 5 out of 71 dog breeds Not Common
    Congenital Cardiac problems 9 out of 159 dog breeds 27 out of 159 dog breeds
    Shoulder problems 18 out of 22 dog breeds Not Common
    Elbow problems 31 out of 144 dog breeds Not Common
    Hips problems 104 out of 198 dog breeds 71 out of 198 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems 105 out of 115 dog breeds Not Common
    Eyes problems 150 out of 182 dog breeds 44 out of 182 dog breeds
    Dentition Database problems Not Common 24 out of 49 dog breeds
    Patella problems Not Common 72 out of 145 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Irish Water Spaniel versus Pyrenean Shepherd

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

    Pyrenean Shepherds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Irish Water Spaniels shed more than Pyrenean Shepherds?

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

    Pyrenean Shepherds shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Irish Water Spaniel or the Pyrenean Shepherd

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

    Pyrenean Shepherds do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Irish Water Spaniels are moderately easy to groom.

    Pyrenean Shepherds are moderately easy to groom.

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

    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.

    Pyrenean Shepherds 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 Irish Water Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Pyrenean Shepherds?

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

    Pyrenean Shepherds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Irish Water Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pyrenean Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Irish Water Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Pyrenean Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Irish Water Spaniel vs. Pyrenean Shepherd

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

    Pyrenean Shepherds do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Irish Water Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pyrenean Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Irish Water Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

    Pyrenean Shepherds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Irish Water Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Pyrenean Shepherds do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Irish Water Spaniels good family dogs? What about Pyrenean Shepherds?

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

    Pyrenean Shepherds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Irish Water Spaniels and Pyrenean Shepherds?

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

    Pyrenean Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Irish Water Spaniel Easier to Train than the Pyrenean Shepherd?

    Irish Water Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Pyrenean Shepherds are not easy to train.

    Is the Irish Water Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Pyrenean Shepherd?

    Irish Water Spaniels adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Pyrenean Shepherds adapt very well to apartment living.

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

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

    Pyrenean Shepherds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    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 Pyrenean Shepherd vs Kerry Blue Terrier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pyrenean Shepherd

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Pyrenean Shepherd:

  • Cairn Terrier (73 percent match with Pyrenean Shepherd). Here is our comparison of the Irish Water Spaniel vs Cairn Terrier.
  • Lakeland Terrier (73 percent match with Pyrenean Shepherd). Here is our comparison of the Irish Water Spaniel vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Pomsky (73 percent match with Pyrenean Shepherd). Here is our comparison of the Irish Water Spaniel vs Pomsky.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Irish Water Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Pyrenean Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Irish Water Spaniel versus Pyrenean Shepherd. 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 Irish Water Spaniel and the Pyrenean Shepherd better suits you and your family.