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Field Spaniel Champions
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Pronunciation:
feeld span-yuhl
Breed Description:
The Field Spaniel breed of dog is an athletic and sturdy dog that should be medium in size and graceful. This is a dog that should be function and beauty combined and they should never be too course or too refined. The head should be broad with long ears that hang down the side of the head. The tail should be medium in length and should hang low. The top line of the Field Spaniel should be level and they should be slightly longer than they are tall.
The coat of the Field Spaniel should be silky and be medium in length. They should have a slight wave to the hair and there should be feathering on the ears, belly, chest, tail, back of legs and rear. They can be found in either black or liver and they can be solid or marked with tan.
Temperament:
The Field Spaniel breed of dog is a happy and sensitive breed that is usually very good with children of all ages. They are known for being very intelligent and can usually be trained very easily. They can be sensitive to harsh corrections so it is important to always treat the Field Spaniel in a gentle manner. If you do, they are always eager to please. The Field Spaniel are usually friendly with everyone, although they can seem reserved towards strangers. They usually do well with other dogs but they need to be properly socialized to prevent them from being too rambunctious with other non-canine pets.
Height:
The average height for a Field Spaniel is between 16 to 19 inches.
Weight:
The average weight for a Field Spaniel is between 35 to 50 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Field Spaniel breed of dog is considered to have average health but there are a number of health problems that are seen in a greater occurrence. These include Heart Disease, Progressive Retinal Atrophy,Hypothyroidism, Ear Infections,Entropion, Ectropion, Hip Dysplasia and Epilepsy.
Living Conditions:
The Field Spaniel breed of dog is not recommended for apartments since they often have a high energy level and need plenty of exercise. The ideal home is one with a large yard. A fence is important with this breed since the Field Spaniel has a high prey drive and may chase after neighborhood animals. In addition, they should not be outdoor dogs since they thrive when they are with their owners.
Exercise:
The Field Spaniel breed of dog is an active breed and they do require a lot of exercise in a day. Expect to give them between 30 to 60 minutes of exercise each day. If they are not properly exercised, they can become bored and destructive.
Life Expectancy:
10 to 12 years
Grooming:
The Field Spaniel breed of dog is an easy breed to groom, despite its coat. Generally, they should be brushed once a week, although to keep the hair free of dirt, it is recommended that you brush them two or three times a week. Bathing should only be done when it is necessary and the Field Spaniel usually has a very low doggy odor. Nails should be trimmed on a regular basis and the
Origin:
The Field Spaniel breed of dog, despite its rarity, is actually an old breed of dog that can be traced back to the early 1800's. The breed was created by crossing Spaniel with the Cocker Spaniel and then by introducing a number of other breeds including the Norfolk Spaniel, the English Springer Spaniel, the Basset Hound and the Irish Water Spaniel. Other breeds may have been used but they were not documented and much of the Field Spaniel's origins are mere speculation. What we know for sure is that the Field Spaniel was used and designed for hunting. They became a popular breed for huntsmen and they have the recognition of being amongst the first breeds accepted by the AKC. Despite their popularity, the Field Spaniel began to decline in numbers in the early 1900's and they have remained rare ever since. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
