Field Spaniel vs Sussex Spaniel Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Field Spaniel

6/6

categories

Best for Apartments

Field Spaniel

5/5 · Ideal

Easiest Grooming

Field Spaniel

2/5 · Low maintenance

Longest Lifespan

🤝 Tie

Easiest to Train

Field Spaniel

4/5 · Easy

Most Active

Field Spaniel

5/5 · Active

Best for First-Time Owners

🤝 Tie

6/6

100%

Field Spaniel

👑 Winner

2/6

33%

Sussex Spaniel

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
England
England
Popularity
#145
#161
Common Names & Aliases
Field
Sussex
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Medium
Medium
Weight Statistics
16-22.5 kg
Male: 18-20 kg, Female: 16-18 kg
Average Weight
16-22.5 kg
Male: 18-20 kg, Female: 16-18 kg
Height
46 cm
38-40 cm
Average Height
46 cm
39 cm
Intelligence Rating
4/5
2/5
Watchdog Rating
3/5
3/5
Training Difficulty
4/5
3/5
Territorial Protection
2/5
3/5
Price Range
$800-$1000
$2400-$2600
Availability
4/5
4/5
Personality Traits
AdaptableDocileSensitiveCautiousFamiliarSociable
CalmCompanionableFriendlyCheerfulDevotedSociable
Sensitivity Level
4/5
5/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
5/5
1/5
Prey Drive
4/5
1/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
Social Needs
4/5
3/5
Barking Frequency
2/5
5/5
Playful Nature
5/5
3/5
Apartment Adaptability
5/5
3/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Low
Moderate
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
3/5
2/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
11-15 years
11-15 years
Climate Tolerance
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Prefers cold weather
Health Concerns
3/5
3/5
Health Problems
Autoimmune HypothyroidismEpilepsyEye ProblemsHeart ProblemsHip DysplasiaHypothyroidism
Not available
Vet Care Frequency
Average
Average
Energy Rating
5/5
2/5
Sleeping Need
1/5
4/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
5/5
4/5
Obesity Tendency
4/5
5/5
Food Consumption
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.
Allergy Friendliness
No
No
Coat Colors
GoldenLiverBlueRoanBlack
BrownRed
Grooming Requirements
2/5
3/5
Shedding Level
3/5
3/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Medium
Coat Characteristics
SilkyDenseWaterproof
ThickWavyStraight
Bathing Needs
3-4 weeks
6-8 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
3/5
Child Compatibility
5/5
5/5
Dog Friendly
5/5
5/5
Stranger Friendly
3/5
3/5
Office Friendly
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Highly Recommended
Highly Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Average
Average
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
4-6 puppies
5-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
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
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
American Kennel ClubAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubFederation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubUnited Kennel Club
Not available
Winner / Best value