Irish Water Spaniel breeds

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Sporting Group 33
Hound Group 33
Working Group 32
Terrier Group 32
Toy Group 22
Non-Sporting Group 20
Herding Group 33

#	Breed	AKC group	Size	Weight	Lifespan
169	Irish Water SpanielThe Irish Water Spaniel is the tallest spaniel, a liver-colored water retriever with a topknot, tight curls and a smooth tail, known for a clownish streak.	Sporting Group	Medium	45 to 68 lb	10 to 12 years

Ranked by the American Kennel Club's 2025 registration popularity. The three breeds it recognized in January 2026 follow. Weights are typical adult ranges; sizes are this site's classes: small under 25 lb, medium 25 to 60 lb, large over 60 lb.