Energetic
Intelligent
Protective
Friendly
Obedient
Trainable

Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Spirited
Faithful

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

Wheagles are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

spaniel, retriever

Beagle, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

1800s

Unknown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
Sable

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
White

American Water Spaniels have medium-length coats.

Wheagles have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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 Wheagle can have a litter of 5-8 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

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Protein Wasting Diseases (Ple And Pln)
Renal Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Distichiasis
Lenticular Opacities
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Disease

Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis
Cherry Eye
Skin Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Flea Allergy

Hip X-Rays
Heart
Eye Examination

X-Rays
General Physical Examination
Eye and Ear Examination
Hip and Knee
Blood and Urine Protein Screens

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

Wheagles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

American Water Spaniels are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Wheagles are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 Wheagle, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

Wheagle 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

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Comb
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 25-30 pound (11 - 14 kg) Wheagle feed 2 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 Wheagle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Wheagle is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

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.

Wheagles are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Wheagles are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Wheagles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

American Water Spaniels are highly friendly around strangers.

Wheagles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.