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Golden Retriever vs Irish Water Spaniel

79/100

Good Match 👍

The Golden Retriever and Irish Water Spaniel pairing scores 79/100 (Good Match 👍). Their strongest compatibility factor is energy match (80/100). Watch out for temperament overlap (40/100).

Side-by-Side Comparison

🐕 Golden RetrieverIrish Water Spaniel 🐕

Sizelargevslarge

Energy4/5vs5/5

Grooming3/5vs4/5

Shedding5/5vs2/5

Trainability5/5vs4/5

Barking2/5vs3/5

Lifespan10–12 yrsvs10–12 yrs

Weight55–75 lbsvs45–68 lbs

Compatibility Factor Breakdown

Energy Match80/100 (25% weight)

Golden Retriever (4/5) and Irish Water Spaniel (5/5) have similar energy levels - great match!

Social Compatibility90/100 (20% weight)

Golden Retriever rates 5/5 and Irish Water Spaniel rates 4/5 for dog-friendliness.

Size Compatibility100/100 (15% weight)

Golden Retriever (large) and Irish Water Spaniel (large) are well-matched in size.

Temperament Overlap40/100 (15% weight)

Shared traits: intelligent.

Training Ease86/100 (10% weight)

Golden Retriever (5/5) and Irish Water Spaniel (4/5) trainability.

Family Friendliness84/100 (8% weight)

Golden Retriever (5/5) and Irish Water Spaniel (4/5) with kids.

Noise Level80/100 (4% weight)

Combined barking: Golden Retriever (2/5) + Irish Water Spaniel (3/5).

Shedding Impact60/100 (3% weight)

Combined shedding: Golden Retriever (5/5) + Irish Water Spaniel (2/5).

Highlights

✅ Both breeds are very social with other dogs

✅ Both breeds are great with kids

Temperament Traits

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Golden Retriever and Irish Water Spaniel good together?

Yes! Golden Retriever and Irish Water Spaniel score 79/100 on our compatibility model, making them a good match�. Both breeds are very social with other dogs.

Which is better for families, Golden Retriever or Irish Water Spaniel?

Both breeds are good with kids. The Golden Retriever has an energy level of 4/5 while the Irish Water Spaniel is 5/5.

Which needs more exercise, Golden Retriever or Irish Water Spaniel?

The Irish Water Spaniel needs more exercise. Golden Retriever rates 4/5 for exercise needs while Irish Water Spaniel rates 5/5. Plan for daily walks, runs, or active play sessions.