Group: Sporting

Weight: 35-50 lbs

Height: male: 18, female: 17 inches



History

Field Spaniels were developed in England first. This breed of dogs was bred to hunt birds from wherever they were hiding at that specific stage. Once the birds had been shot by the hunters, these dogs had to go and retrieve it. The breed was first registered with the AKC in 1894.

Characteristics

These dogs are a very stable dog. They are not very big and only a medium sized dog. The Field Spaniel is the total image of usefulness and exquisiteness, also that of a hunter and a friend. They are ideally built for action and for survival in the water. Field Spaniels are dignified dogs. They are also very proud dogs, with plenty of eagerness and love about them.

Temperament

The Field Spaniel is a dog that is very gracious, compliant and very elegant. This breed is very open, intelligent and they possess a lot of affection. These dogs have a gentle character about them, and they are very eager to please their owners. As a family pet, they also have a lot to offer. These are a very lively and active breed of dogs indeed. The Field Spaniel just loves to be involved in recreational activities and a lot of exercise. They also love running, hiking and biking very much. They make wonderful exercise companions. Their love of play means that they may be prone to getting themselves in a mess. The Field Spaniel is a very friendly and welcoming dog. These dogs can be the right match for either the more inexperienced dog owner as well as the experienced.

Care

Field Spaniels should be brushed and combed about twice a week. Irregular hair should be cut away every few months. It is also important to make sure that their ears are kept clean. For show dogs, you would probably have to visit a qualified groomer about four times a year. Lifeless hair is removed by plucking. The hair on the ears, the legs and the neck should also be thinned out from time to time. For more detailed info, take a look at the Field Spaniel Grooming page.

Training

The Field Spaniel requires early socialization to prevent them from becoming overly shy. This is also to prevent dog aggression later in their lives. These dogs love to be given tasks to perform. They tend to learn very quickly, but they also possess a very sensitive nature. They will not respond well at all to a rough approach when being trained. Field Spaniels need a firm but also a loving method of training. They also excel in tracking, hunting and retrieving duties.

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