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

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Irish Water Spaniel Versus Westiepoo: Introduction

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

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

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 Westiepoo.

Irish Water Spaniel versus Westiepoo: Overview

A very important difference between the Irish Water Spaniel and the Westiepoo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Irish Water Spaniel is a medium-sized dog while the Westiepoo 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 Westiepoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Irish Water Spaniel versus Westiepoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Irish Water Spaniel to the Westiepoo 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 Westiepoo

Factor Irish Water Spaniel Westiepoo
Does NOT Shed 5/5 5/5
Height 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder 11 to 17 inches
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 15 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
General Health 2/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Weight 45 to 65 pounds 20 to 35 pounds
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 4/5
Easy To Train 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $1150 – $1850
Average Price No Data $1480
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 24 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    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 Westiepoo. 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 Westiepoo is 83 out of 125.

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

    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 Westiepoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the Irish Water Spaniel and the Westiepoo

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

  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Westiepoo do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Westiepoo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Westiepoo 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 Westiepoo can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Westiepoo can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Westiepoo get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Westiepoo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Westiepoo are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Westiepoo are very playful.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Westiepoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Westiepoo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Westiepoo are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Westiepoo are very easy to train.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Westiepoo have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Westiepoo have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Irish Water Spaniel and the Westiepoo require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

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

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

    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, Westiepoos weigh 20 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Westiepoos are 11 to 17 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Irish Water Spaniel versus Westiepoo

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

    Westiepoos live longer than Irish Water Spaniels.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Irish Water Spaniel versus Westiepoo

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

    Westiepoos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Irish Water Spaniels shed more than Westiepoos?

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

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

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

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

    Westiepoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Irish Water Spaniels are moderately easy to groom.

    Westiepoos are very easy to groom.

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

    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.

    Westiepoos 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 Westiepoos?

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

    Westiepoos bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Irish Water Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Westiepoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Irish Water Spaniel vs. Westiepoo

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

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

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

    Irish Water Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

    Westiepoos 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 Westiepoo?

    Irish Water Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Westiepoos get along very well with other dogs.

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

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Irish Water Spaniels and Westiepoos?

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

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

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

    Irish Water Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Westiepoos are very easy to train.

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

    Irish Water Spaniels adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Westiepoos adapt moderately well to apartment living.

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

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

    Westiepoos are very good 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 Westiepoo vs Kerry Blue Terrier.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Westiepoo

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

  • Schnoodle (78 percent match with Westiepoo). Here is our comparison of the Irish Water Spaniel vs Schnoodle.
  • American Hairless Terrier (82 percent match with Westiepoo). Here is our comparison of the Irish Water Spaniel vs American Hairless Terrier.
  • Cockalier (79 percent match with Westiepoo). Here is our comparison of the Irish Water Spaniel vs Cockalier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Irish Water Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Westiepoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Westiepoo versus Cockalier     Westiepoo versus Jack Russell Terrier     Westiepoo versus Irish Setter     Westiepoo versus Tibetan Spaniel     Westiepoo versus Tibetan Terrier     Westiepoo versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Westiepoo versus Beagle     Westiepoo versus Collie     Westiepoo versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Westiepoo versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Westiepoo versus Belgian Malinois     Westiepoo versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Westiepoo versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Westiepoo versus Kai Ken     Westiepoo versus Coton de Tulear     Westiepoo versus Brussels Griffon     Westiepoo versus Shetland Sheepdog     Westiepoo versus Chihuahua     Westiepoo versus Peek A Poo     Westiepoo versus Pug     Westiepoo versus Maltese     Westiepoo versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Westiepoo versus Standard Schnauzer     Westiepoo versus Komondor     Westiepoo versus Basset Hound     

    Conclusion: Irish Water Spaniel versus Westiepoo. 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 Westiepoo better suits you and your family.