What is another word for water dog?
Pronunciation: [wˈɔːtə dˈɒɡ] (IPA) 
Water dogs are primarily hunting breeds that are natural swimmers and have a strong affinity towards water. Several dog breeds are renowned for their water-loving nature and abilities, and they have different synonyms for the term water dog. Some of the most common synonyms include aquatic dogs, fishing dogs, retrievers, and spaniels. While aquatic dogs have webbed paws and a sleek body that makes them experts in swimming, fishing dogs are excellent at retrieving waterfowl and are adept at catching fish. On the other hand, retrievers are dogs trained to retrieve objects, often those hunted during shooting or field hunting, while spaniels are well-known for their flushing and retrieving abilities in water.
