Are Irish Water Spaniels good with cats?

Yes, the Irish Water Spaniel is capable of getting along with cats, but it’s best if they’re raised alongside them or adequately socialized to them. The breed was bred to hunt and retrieve small, furry things, but training and supervision can guide them to behave appropriately around feline companions. Irish Water Spaniel’s interactions with cats will largely depend on individual temperament, early socialization, and proper introduction.