Irish Water Spaniel
The Irish Water Spaniel is a stout and coby dog Native to Ireland. The coat consisting of dense curls, sheds very little. The color is liver/puce and has a very definite purple hue unlike the color of any other known breed. The Irish Water Spaniel's coat is also unusual in that it is comprised of hair, not fur (hence the tendency not to shed). This characteristic means that people usually allergic to dogs might have less of an allergic reaction to Irish Water Spaniels, and also means that the dogs must have regular haircuts, as humans.
These dogs are strongly built, and a bit taller and more squarish than other spaniels. There is a curly topknot upon the head and the face is smooth. Distinguishing characteristic of these dogs is their long "rat-like" tails, which are a striking contrast to their otherwise curly coats. Dogs range in height from 22 to 24 inches (56-61 cm), and weigh 55 to 65 pounds (25-30 kg). As their name would imply these dogs love water and to this end they have evolved slightly webbed feet to aid this.