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Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Field or Finnish Hunting Dog or Canadian Setter? Find the right dog for you

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Name Field Spaniel Finnish Spitz French Spaniel
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Field Finnish Hunting Dog
Finnish Spets
Finsk Spets
Loulou Finois
Suomalainen Pystykorva
Suomenpystykorva
Barking Bird Dog
Canadian Setter
French Setter
Epagneul Français
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Field Spaniel or Finnish Spitz or French Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Field Spaniel or Finnish Spitz or French Spaniel?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Field Spaniel or Finnish Spitz or Finnish Spitz? Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel weight comparison:
35-50 pounds (16-22.5 kg) 31-35 pounds (14-16 kg) 44-55 pounds (20-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
42.5 pounds (16-22.5 kg) 33 pounds (15 kg) 49.5 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Field Spaniel or Finnish Spitz or French Spaniel? Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel height comparison:
18 inches (46 cm) 15-20 inches (38-51 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (55-61 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (54-59 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
18 inches (46 cm) 17.5 inches (44.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 22 inches (56.5 cm)

Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Field Spaniel or Finnish Spitz or French Spaniel? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $500-$700 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Field Spaniel or Finnish Spitz or French Spaniel?
Frequent: The Field Spaniel is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Finnish Spitz is easier than average to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel intelligence:
Smart: The Field Spaniel dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel trainability comparison.
Field Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are easy to train.
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French Spaniel dogs are hard to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Field Spaniel or Finnish Spitz or French Spaniel?
Field Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are average watchdogs.
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French Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Field Spaniel or Finnish Spitz or French Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Field Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are average defenders.
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French Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Field Spaniel or Finnish Spitz or French Spaniel? Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:
Sensitive
Docile
Sociable
Adaptable
Familiar
Cautious
Playful
Independent
Happy
Intelligent
Loyal
Vocal
Loving
Energetic
Intelligent
Adaptable
Calm
Tough
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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Finnish Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: French Spaniel 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: Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel?
High: Field Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Finnish Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: French Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel social needs comparison:
Field Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are a social breed.
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French Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Field Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Spitz is strong enough to escape from home.
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French Spaniel 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?
Field Spaniel dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Finnish Spitz 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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French Spaniel 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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Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel playfulness comparison:
The Field Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The Finnish Spitz is a playful breed.
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Average: French Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel?
Low to Average: The Field Spaniel rarely barks.
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A lot: Finnish Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The French Spaniel rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Field Spaniel or Finnish Spitz or French Spaniel?
Very house-friendly dog the Field Spaniel breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Finnish Spitz breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the French Spaniel breed.

Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Field Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Finnish Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: French Spaniel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Field Spaniel or Finnish Spitz or French Spaniel?
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.
Finnish Spitz 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.
French Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Field Spaniel or Finnish Spitz or French Spaniel?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Field Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Finnish Spitz bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

French Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Field Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Finnish Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The French Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel mouthiness comparison:
Field Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Finnish Spitz dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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French Spaniel dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel?
The Field Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Finnish Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
French Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Heart Problems
Autoimmune Hypothyroidism
Eye Problems
Joint Problems
Epilepsy
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Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Field Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Finnish Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The French Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Field Spaniel, Finnish Spitz and French Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Field Spaniel: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Finnish Spitz: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of French Spaniel: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel?
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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Prefers cold weather
The Finnish Spitz can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Field Spaniel or Finnish Spitz or French Spaniel? Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel energy level comparison:
Field Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Finnish Spitz dogs are high-energy dogs.
French Spaniel dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Field Spaniel or Finnish Spitz or French Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Field Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Finnish Spitz dogs need a lot of exercises.
French Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Field Spaniel or Finnish Spitz or French Spaniel?
Field Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Finnish Spitz dogs don't need too much sleep.
French Spaniel dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Field Spaniel or Finnish Spitz or French Spaniel?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 2-3 cup a day high-quality dry food formulated for adult dogs and made with high-quality animal proteins, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:
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 Finnish Spitz has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel coat comparison:
Dense
Silky
Waterproof
Dense
Thick
Double
Wavy
Glossy
Colors
What are the original Field Spaniel, Finnish Spitz and French Spaniel color?
Black
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
Red
Gold
White
Liver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Field Spaniel or Finnish Spitz or French Spaniel? Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Field Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Finnish Spitz requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The French Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Field Spaniel or Finnish Spitz or French Spaniel? Field Spaniel or Finnish Spitz or {name3 shedding:
Field Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Finnish Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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French Spaniel dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Field Spaniel or Finnish Spitz or French Spaniel?
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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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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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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Hypoallergenic
Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel?

Medium

The Field Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Finnish Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The French Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Field Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Finnish Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The French Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel Good With Comparison

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

Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Field Spaniel or Finnish Spitz or French Spaniel? Which is better for autism?

Not really

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

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.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a 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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel?

Not really

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

Finnish Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

French Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

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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Fighting Dog / Military 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.

Not really

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

Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Field Spaniel and Finnish Spitz and French Spaniel have?
4-6 puppies 3-6 puppies 3-7 puppies

Field Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz vs French Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1894 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Non-Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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 Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
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