Energetic
Intelligent
Protective
Friendly
Obedient
Trainable

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Obedient
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Fearless
Spirited
Extroverted

American Water Spaniels shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Pom-A-Nauzes are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

American Water Spaniels make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Pom-A-Nauzes aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

spaniel, retriever

Pomeranian and Miniature Schnauzer

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1800s

Unknown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Sable

Black
Brown
Cream
White
Sable

Wavy

Wiry

An American Water Spaniel can have a litter of 10-13 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Pom-A-Nauze can have a litter of 3-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Mitral Valve Disease
Degenerative Myelopathy

Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Urinary Crystals and Stones
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Myotonia Congenita

Distichiasis
Lenticular Opacities
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Disease

Entropion
Cataracts
Epilepsy
Megaesophagus
Diabetes
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)
Canine Glaucoma

Hip X-Rays
Heart
Eye Examination

Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system

American Water Spaniels thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Pom-A-Nauzes are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

American Water Spaniels need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Pom-A-Nauzes need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

American Water Spaniels are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Pom-A-Nauzes sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

American Water Spaniels bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Pom-A-Nauze dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Swim, Walk, Run

Fetch, Tug-of-war, Walks, Walk

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For American Water Spaniel, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pom-A-Nauze, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most American Water Spaniels usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Pom-A-Nauzes usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The American Water Spaniel requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pom-A-Nauzes require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Ideally, American Water Spaniel should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pom-A-Nauze should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 30-45 pound (14 - 20 kg) American Water Spaniel feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 3-15 pound (1 - 7 kg) Pom-A-Nauze feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an American Water Spaniel is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Pom-A-Nauze is somewhere $1.10 - $1.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of an American Water Spaniel is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Pom-A-Nauze is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

American Water Spaniels are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Pom-A-Nauze is highly intelligent and very trainable.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

American Water Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Pom-A-Nauze is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

American Water Spaniels make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Pom-A-Nauzes have an average level of friendliness towards children.

American Water Spaniels are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Pom-A-Nauzes are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

American Water Spaniels are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Pom-A-Nauzes are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

American Water Spaniels are highly friendly around strangers.

Pom-A-Nauzes are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

American Water Spaniels are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Pom-A-Nauzes have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.