introduces temperament of the Irish Water Spaniel.

Overview

Airisshu Water Spaniel, the dog was used for waterfowl hunting is characterized by curly coat. The origin is not known clearly, in the old dogs were reportedly 6,000 years, from the ruins of ancient Rome has been excavated for this dog breed like a dog. Then, in Ireland, but were used to bring the bird to come into the water, and clear records remain from the 19th century. Been approved in the United Kingdom in 1859 and 1877 have appeared on the American show.

Characteristics

The largest of the spaniel, a round face and a sharp throughout the body. Ears with low-hanging long. Long tail like a rat. It is characterized by thick curly hair coat, has a crisp texture coarser. Hazel eyes are a dark color, nose lever mirror.

Temperament

Quiet and gentle, loyal family dog will do well with training. But because dogs have a strong spirit of independence from the ancient game, whether the environment is suitable for breeding, should be raised from the start is it?

Color

Lever Only

How to Care & How to Train

To care for coat care, especially doing an hour a week to trim to hold the curl.

Exercise

Exercise because it requires a lot of active, urban-oriented dogs and do not say. I prefer the water, I want to make the swim possible opportunity.

Disease to be careful

Dysplasia of the hip

Disease that can be seen occasionally

None

Inspection want to

Hip examination