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English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano Comparison - Dog breed selector: Springer Spaniel or Field or Italian Coarsehaired Pointer? Find the right dog for you

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Name English Springer Spaniel Field Spaniel Spinone Italiano
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano breeds.
Springer Spaniel Field Italian Coarsehaired Pointer
Italian Griffon
Italian Wire-Haired Pointer
Spinone
Italian Spinone
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Medium Large
Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) 35-50 pounds (16-22.5 kg) Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 50-70 pounds (22-31 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) 42.5 pounds (16-22.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel or Spinone Italiano? English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano height comparison:
Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm) 18 inches (46 cm) 23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) 18 inches (46 cm) 23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)

English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Find price differences between these breeds.
$700-$800 $800-$1000 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel or Spinone Italiano?
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Field Spaniel is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Spinone Italiano is easier than average to get.

English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Field Spaniel dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which is easiest to train?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Field Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Spinone Italiano dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which breed is most alert?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Field Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Spinone Italiano dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which breed is most protective?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Field Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Spinone Italiano dogs are average defenders.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Sensitive
Docile
Sociable
Adaptable
Familiar
Cautious
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Spinone Italiano dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano?
High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Field Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Spinone Italiano dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano social needs comparison:
English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Field Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Spinone Italiano dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Field Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Spinone Italiano dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Field Spaniel dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Spinone Italiano dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Field Spaniel rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Spinone Italiano rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which breed is most playful?
The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The Field Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Spinone Italianos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Field Spaniel breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Spinone Italiano indoors.

English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which breed is most flexible?
English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Field Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Spinone Italiano dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: English Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel or Spinone Italiano?
English Springer Spaniel dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Field Spaniel dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Spinone Italiano dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

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The Field Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Spinone Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which uses mouth most during play?
English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Field Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Spinone Italiano dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Field Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spinone Italiano bite force: Ordinary.

English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which breed lives longest?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Field Spaniel: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Spinone Italiano: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which has fewer health issues?
English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
The Field Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Spinone Italiano is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Field Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Spinone Italiano should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Heart Problems
Autoimmune Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Cerebellar Ataxia

English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which breed is most active?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Field Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Spinone Italiano dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel or Spinone Italiano? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Field Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Spinone Italiano dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: English Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel or Spinone Italiano?
English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Field Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Spinone Italiano dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Field Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Spinone Italiano has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which needs most food?
3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.

English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
White
Liver
Black
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
White
Brown
Orange
Roan
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Field Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Spinone Italiano requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which drools least?
The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Field Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Spinone Italiano is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Field Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Spinone Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Dense
Silky
Waterproof
Wiry
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel or Spinone Italiano? English Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Field Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Spinone Italiano dogs shed none to minimal.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which is best with kids?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Field Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Spinone Italiano dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Field Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Spinone Italiano dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel or Spinone Italiano? Which dog is more friendly?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Field Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Spinone Italiano dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel or Spinone Italiano?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Field Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Spinone Italiano dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English Springer Spaniel or Field Spaniel or Spinone Italiano?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Field Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Spinone Italiano dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano?
Yes
English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Field Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Spinone Italiano dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Field Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Spinone Italiano is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.
Field Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Spinone Italianos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which is best suited for service work?

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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which has best nose work ability?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which is best for SAR work?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Field Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Spinone Italiano breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which has most military use?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which has most puppies?
4-10 puppies 4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Field Spaniel vs Spinone Italiano Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1894 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2000 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of English Springer Spaniel, Field Spaniel, and Spinone Italiano. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

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