Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel Comparison – Which dog is better Field or Sussex?

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Name	Field Spaniel	Sussex Spaniel
Origins	England	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Field Spaniel and Sussex Spaniel. What other names are these breeds known by?	Field	Sussex
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Field Spaniel and a Sussex Spaniel. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Field Spaniel and a Sussex Spaniel. Which breed is heavier?	35-50 pounds (16-22.5 kg)	Male: 40-44 pounds (18–20 kg), Female: 35-44 pounds (16–18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	42.5 pounds (16-22.5 kg)	Male: 42 pounds (18–20 kg), Female: 39.5 pounds (16–18 kg)
Height Which is taller, Field Spaniel or Sussex Spaniel? Is a Field Spaniel taller than a Sussex Spaniel?	18 inches (46 cm)	15-16 inches (38-40 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	18 inches (46 cm)	15.5 inches (39 cm)

Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Field Spaniel and a Sussex Spaniel. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1000	$2400-$2600
Availability Which is easier to get, Field Spaniel or Sussex Spaniel?	Frequent: The Field Spaniel is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Sussex Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Field Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare training requirements.	Field Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Sussex Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare alertness levels.	Field Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Sussex Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare territorial behaviors.	Field Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Sussex Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Field Spaniel and a Sussex Spaniel. How do their temperaments differ?	Sensitive Docile Sociable Adaptable Familiar Cautious	Friendly Devoted Sociable Companionable Cheerful Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Sussex Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel?	High: Field Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Sussex Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel social needs comparison:	Field Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Sussex Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel?	Field Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Sussex Spaniel dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel? Which can be better for hunting?	Field Spaniel dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Field Spaniel rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Sussex Spaniel is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare play drive and energy.	The Field Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Sussex Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare living space needs.	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 Sussex Spaniel indoors.
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Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare adaptability levels.	Field Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Sussex Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Field Spaniel or Sussex 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Field Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Sussex Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Field Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Sussex Spaniel dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Field Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Sussex Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Field Spaniel: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Sussex Spaniel: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare climate tolerances.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Sussex Spaniel can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Field Spaniel and a Sussex Spaniel. Which breed is healthier?	The Field Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Sussex Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel?	Average The Field Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Sussex Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Epilepsy Heart Problems Autoimmune Hypothyroidism	No data available

Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare activity levels.	Field Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	Sussex Spaniel dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Field Spaniel or Sussex Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Field Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	Sussex Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Field Spaniel or Sussex Spaniel?	Field Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	Sussex Spaniel dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
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Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Field Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Sussex Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare daily food needs.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Field Spaniel and Sussex Spaniel? Compare breed colors.	Black Blue Golden Liver Roan	Red Brown
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Field Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Sussex Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare drooling amounts.	The Field Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Sussex Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Field Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Sussex Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Field Spaniel and a Sussex Spaniel? Compare fur types.	Dense Silky Waterproof	Wavy Thick Straight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Field Spaniel or Sussex Spaniel? Do Field Spaniel dogs shed more than Sussex Spaniel dogs?	Field Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Sussex Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare kid-friendliness.	Field Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Sussex Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Field Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Sussex Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Field Spaniel or Sussex Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Field Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Sussex Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Field Spaniel or Sussex Spaniel?	Field Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Sussex Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Field Spaniel or Sussex Spaniel? Can a Field Spaniel and a Sussex Spaniel be friends? Do Field Spaniel dogs get along with Sussex Spaniel dogs?	Field Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Sussex Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel?	Yes Field Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Sussex Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Field Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Sussex 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.	Sussex Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Field Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Sussex Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Field Spaniel or a Sussex Spaniel? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Field Spaniel and Sussex Spaniel. Which has stronger military background?	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 Sussex Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Field Spaniel and Sussex Spaniel. Which has larger litters?	4-6 puppies	5-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Field Spaniel and Sussex Spaniel breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Field Spaniel and Sussex Spaniel. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Field Spaniel and Sussex Spaniel. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1894 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Field Spaniel and Sussex Spaniel. Which groups are they in?	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.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Field Spaniel and Sussex Spaniel. Which is more widely recognized?	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	No data available

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