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Name	Patterdale Terrier	Boykin Spaniel	Field Spaniel
Origins	England	United States	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Black Fell Terrier	Swamp Poodle Boykin	Field
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Patterdale Terrier or Boykin Spaniel or Field Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Patterdale Terrier or Boykin Spaniel or Field Spaniel?	Small	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Patterdale Terrier or Boykin Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel weight comparison:	11-13 pounds (5-6 kg)	25-40 pounds (11-18 kg)	35-50 pounds (16-22.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	12 pounds (5.5 kg)	32.5 pounds (14.5 kg)	42.5 pounds (16-22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Patterdale Terrier or Boykin Spaniel or Field Spaniel? Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel height comparison:	12-15 inches	15-18 inches (38-46 cm)	18 inches (46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	13.5 inches	16.5 inches (42 cm)	18 inches (46 cm)

Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Patterdale Terrier or Boykin Spaniel or Field Spaniel? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$800-$1000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Patterdale Terrier or Boykin Spaniel or Field Spaniel?	Average: The Patterdale Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Boykin Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Field Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Patterdale Terrier or Boykin Spaniel or Field Spaniel? Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Inquisitive Bold	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable Eager Companionable	Sensitive Docile Sociable Adaptable Familiar Cautious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Patterdale Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel?	Average to High: Patterdale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Boykin Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Field Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel social needs comparison:	Patterdale Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Boykin Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Patterdale Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Boykin Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Patterdale Terrier 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. See more.	Boykin Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel playfulness comparison:	Average: Patterdale Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Boykin Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Field Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel?	Average: The Patterdale Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Boykin Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Field Spaniel rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Patterdale Terrier or Boykin Spaniel or Field Spaniel?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Patterdale Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Boykin Spaniel breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Field Spaniel breed.
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Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Patterdale Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Boykin 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Patterdale Terrier or Boykin Spaniel or Field Spaniel?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.

Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Patterdale Terrier or Boykin Spaniel or Field Spaniel?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Patterdale Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boykin Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Field Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Patterdale Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Boykin Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Field Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	Patterdale Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Boykin Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel?	Patterdale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Boykin Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Field Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel health problems comparison:	Conjunctivitis	Hypothyroidism Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Heart Disease Cushing's Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Epilepsy Heart Problems Autoimmune Hypothyroidism
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Patterdale Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Boykin Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Field Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Patterdale Terrier, Boykin Spaniel and Field Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Patterdale Terrier: 12 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Boykin Spaniel: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Field Spaniel: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Patterdale Terrier or Boykin Spaniel or Field Spaniel? Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel energy level comparison:	Patterdale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Boykin Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	Field Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Patterdale Terrier or Boykin Spaniel or Field Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Patterdale Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	Boykin Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	Field Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Patterdale Terrier or Boykin Spaniel or Field Spaniel?	Patterdale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Boykin Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	Field Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Patterdale Terrier or Boykin Spaniel or Field Spaniel?	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Patterdale Terrier has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boykin Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Field Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel coat comparison:	Dense Rough Smooth	Feathered	Dense Silky Waterproof
Colors What are the original Patterdale Terrier, Boykin Spaniel and Field Spaniel color?	Black Brown Golden	Brown	Black Blue Golden Liver Roan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Patterdale Terrier or Boykin Spaniel or Field Spaniel? Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Patterdale Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Boykin Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Field Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Patterdale Terrier or Boykin Spaniel or Field Spaniel? Patterdale Terrier or Boykin Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Patterdale Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boykin Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Field Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Patterdale Terrier or Boykin Spaniel or Field Spaniel?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel?	Medium ⏺ The Patterdale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boykin Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Field Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Patterdale Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boykin Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Field Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Good With Comparison

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

Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field 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. See more.	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Patterdale Terrier or Boykin Spaniel or Field Spaniel? Which is better for autism?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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: Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel?	Not really Patterdale Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Boykin Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Field Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	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.
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.

Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Patterdale Terrier and Boykin Spaniel and Field Spaniel have?	2-5 puppies	5-7 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Patterdale Terrier vs Boykin Spaniel vs Field Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1894 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	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

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