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- Irish Water Spaniel Versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Introduction
- Irish Water Spaniel versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Overview
- Irish Water Spaniel versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Irish Water Spaniel and the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- The Similarities Between the Irish Water Spaniel and the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Size (Weight and Height) of Irish Water Spaniel versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Lifespan of Irish Water Spaniel versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Temperament of the Irish Water Spaniel Versus the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- The Popularity of Irish Water Spaniel versus Popularity of Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Health Problems of Irish Water Spaniel versus Health Problems of Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Tolerates Being Alone: Irish Water Spaniel versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Do Irish Water Spaniels shed more than Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- Which one drools more, the Irish Water Spaniel or the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Irish Water Spaniel or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Does the Irish Water Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Do Irish Water Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- Can Irish Water Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Irish Water Spaniel vs. Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Can Irish Water Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Irish Water Spaniel or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Are Irish Water Spaniels good family dogs? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- How Kid-friendly are Irish Water Spaniels and Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- Is the Irish Water Spaniel Easier to Train than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Irish Water Spaniel
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Irish Water Spaniel versus Treeing Walker Coonhound. Which One is a Better Pet?
Irish Water Spaniel Versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Irish Water Spaniel and the Treeing Walker Coonhound? 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Irish Water Spaniel and the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound. 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound.
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 Treeing Walker Coonhound.
Irish Water Spaniel versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Overview
A very important difference between the Irish Water Spaniel and the Treeing Walker Coonhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Irish Water Spaniel is a medium-sized dog while the Treeing Walker Coonhound is a large-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 Treeing Walker Coonhound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
Irish Water Spaniel versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Irish Water Spaniel to the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound
| Factor | Irish Water Spaniel | Treeing Walker Coonhound |
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| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 13 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 45 to 65 pounds | 45 to 80 pounds |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| 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 | 12.5 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $300 – $850 |
| Average Price | No Data | $620 |
| Temperament Score | 90.0 percent | 62.5 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 156 | 127 |
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 Treeing Walker Coonhound. 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound is 66 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Irish Water Spaniel is a better pet than the Treeing Walker Coonhound. 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound
Below is a list of where the Irish Water Spaniel and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are most different:
The Similarities Between the Irish Water Spaniel and the Treeing Walker Coonhound
The Irish Water Spaniel and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Irish Water Spaniel and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Irish Water Spaniel versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Irish Water Spaniel and the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
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, Treeing Walker Coonhounds weigh 45 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Treeing Walker Coonhounds are 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Irish Water Spaniel versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
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 Treeing Walker Coonhounds is between 12 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Treeing Walker Coonhounds is 12.5 years.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds live longer than Irish Water Spaniels.
Temperament of the Irish Water Spaniel Versus the Treeing Walker Coonhound
The Irish Water Spaniel has a better temperament than the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
This is because the temperament score for the Irish Water Spaniel is 90.0 percent while the temperament score for the Treeing Walker Coonhound is 62.5 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 62.5 percent, the Treeing Walker Coonhound has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Irish Water Spaniel and the Treeing Walker Coonhound by measuring the temperaments of 30 Irish Water Spaniels and 8 Treeing Walker Coonhounds.
The Popularity of Irish Water Spaniel versus Popularity of Treeing Walker Coonhound
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 Treeing Walker Coonhound over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Treeing Walker Coonhound is more popular with dog owners than the Irish Water Spaniel. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Treeing Walker Coonhound is 127 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Irish Water Spaniel is 156 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Irish Water Spaniel
Popularity of Treeing Walker Coonhound
| Year | Irish Water Spaniel Popularity Rank | Treeing Walker Coonhound Popularity Rank |
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| 2013 | 141 | 101 |
| 2014 | 152 | 112 |
| 2015 | 144 | 117 |
| 2016 | 150 | 137 |
| 2017 | 164 | 131 |
| 2018 | 159 | 137 |
| 2019 | 170 | 129 |
| 2020 | 174 | 153 |
Health Problems of Irish Water Spaniel versus Health Problems of Treeing Walker Coonhound
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 Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Irish Water Spaniel is prone to more genetic health problems than the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Irish Water Spaniel than for the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
5 health tests are recommended for Irish Water Spaniel while 4 tests are recommended for the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Irish Water Spaniels and in Treeing Walker Coonhounds.
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:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Irish Water Spaniels here.
Treeing Walker Coonhound Health Problems
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhounds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Treeing Walker Coonhounds here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Irish Water Spaniel versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
Irish Water Spaniels can be left alone only for a short time.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.
Do Irish Water Spaniels shed more than Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
Irish Water Spaniels do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Irish Water Spaniel or the Treeing Walker Coonhound
Irish Water Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Irish Water Spaniel or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Irish Water Spaniels are moderately easy to groom.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are very easy to groom.
Does the Irish Water Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
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.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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 Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
Irish Water Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Irish Water Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Irish Water Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Irish Water Spaniel vs. Treeing Walker Coonhound
Irish Water Spaniels have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Irish Water Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Irish Water Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Irish Water Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Irish Water Spaniels good family dogs? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
Irish Water Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Irish Water Spaniels and Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
Irish Water Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Irish Water Spaniel Easier to Train than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Irish Water Spaniels are very easy to train.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are not easy to train.
Is the Irish Water Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Irish Water Spaniels adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Irish Water Spaniel or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
Irish Water Spaniels are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Treeing Walker Coonhound
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Irish Water Spaniel and how the Treeing Walker Coonhound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Irish Water Spaniel and of the Treeing Walker Coonhound to other breeds:
Irish Water Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Treeing Walker Coonhound Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Conclusion: Irish Water Spaniel versus Treeing Walker Coonhound. 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound better suits you and your family.