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Irish Water Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever

84/100

Excellent Match 🌟

The Irish Water Spaniel and Labrador Retriever pairing scores 84/100 (Excellent Match 🌟). Their strongest compatibility factor is energy match (100/100). Watch out for temperament overlap (40/100).

Side-by-Side Comparison

🐕 Irish Water SpanielLabrador Retriever 🦮

Sizelargevslarge

Energy5/5vs5/5

Grooming4/5vs2/5

Shedding2/5vs4/5

Trainability4/5vs5/5

Barking3/5vs3/5

Lifespan10–12 yrsvs10–14 yrs

Weight45–68 lbsvs55–80 lbs

Compatibility Factor Breakdown

Energy Match100/100 (25% weight)

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

Social Compatibility90/100 (20% weight)

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

Size Compatibility100/100 (15% weight)

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

Temperament Overlap40/100 (15% weight)

Shared traits: active.

Training Ease86/100 (10% weight)

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

Family Friendliness84/100 (8% weight)

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

Noise Level80/100 (4% weight)

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

Shedding Impact60/100 (3% weight)

Combined shedding: Irish Water Spaniel (2/5) + Labrador Retriever (4/5).

Highlights

✅ Perfect energy match

✅ Both breeds are very social with other dogs

✅ Both breeds are great with kids

Temperament Traits

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Irish Water Spaniel and Labrador Retriever good together?

Yes! Irish Water Spaniel and Labrador Retriever score 84/100 on our compatibility model, making them a excellent match�. Perfect energy match.

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

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

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

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