Unfortunately, the American Water Spaniel is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Yorwichs are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Energetic
Intelligent
Protective
Friendly
Obedient
Trainable

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal

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

Avoid Yorwichs as watchdogs - they're not effective.

spaniel, retriever

Yorkshire Terrier and Norwich Terrier

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
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
Fawn

American Water Spaniels have medium-length coats.

Yorwichs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

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 Yorwich can have a litter of 4-6 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

Patellar Luxation
Teeth Issues
Eye Infections
Collapsed Trachea

Distichiasis
Lenticular Opacities
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Disease

Epilepsy
Hypoglycemia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Hip X-Rays
Heart
Eye Examination

Dental Examination
Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Eye and Ear Examination

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

Yorwichs' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

American Water Spaniel has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Yorwich has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Yorwichs need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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.

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

Swim, Walk, Run

Dog Parks, Hike, Walk, Play

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.

Yorwichs are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Yorwich dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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 Yorwich, it's at least 6 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 Yorwichs usually need at least 30 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.

Yorwichs 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.

Yorwich 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
Slicker Brush
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 6-8 pound (3 - 4 kg) Yorwich 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 Yorwich is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Yorwich is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Yorwichs 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.

Yorwichs 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.

Yorwichs are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

American Water Spaniels are highly friendly around strangers.

Yorwichs 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.

Yorwichs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.