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Breed
Standards for the Irish Water Spaniel |
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General Appearance: |
A smart, upstanding, and
strongly built animal, an enduring, versatile Gundog used
for all types of shooting, particularly wildfowling. |
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Size: |
Height is 20 – 23 inches
and weight is 45 – 65 pounds. |
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Coat: |
The rich dark liver coat
with its purplish tint is dense, with tight, crisp ringlets
and a natural oiliness. |
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Temperament: |
An endearing sense of
humor, a stable disposition and an affectionate
temperament. |
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