Kleine Münsterländer
VS
Irish Water Spaniel
Kleine Münsterländer vs Irish Water Spaniel
Compare Kleine Münsterländer and Irish Water Spaniel side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Kleine Münsterländer
Irish Water Spaniel
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
51 – 54 cm
51 – 61 cm
Weight
18 – 27 kg
25 – 34 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 13 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
3/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
2/5
0/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
0/5
Characteristics
Kleine Münsterländer
Super smart
Quiet
Medium
Irish Water Spaniel
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About Kleine Münsterländer
The Kleine Münsterländer is a medium, brown‑and‑white versatile gundog from Germany, combining elegant, easy‑care feathered coat with strong working ability. People‑oriented, sensitive and intelligent, it needs regular training, mental challenge and active outdoor life but relaxes calmly at home.
About Irish Water Spaniel
Medium–large, athletic gundog with a distinctive curly liver coat, smooth face and tapering “rat tail.” Clever, water‑loving retriever that forms close bonds, often to one person. Needs substantial daily exercise, mental work, regular grooming and kind, consistent training.
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