Field Spaniel
About the Field Spaniel
Temperament
Physical Characteristics
| Size Category | Medium (25-50 lbs) |
|---|---|
| Height | 17-18" |
| Weight | 35-50 lbs |
| Coat Type | Double |
| Coat Length | Medium |
| Colors | |
| Hypoallergenic | No |
Care Requirements
Exercise Needs
High (60-90 min/day)
60 minutes per day recommended
Grooming
Moderate - Weekly
Mental Stimulation
★★★★★Needs plenty of mental challenges
Drooling
★★★★★Living Conditions
Cost of Ownership
| Purchase Price | $1,000-$1,800 |
|---|---|
| Annual Cost | $1,200/year |
Costs vary based on location, breeder, and individual needs. Annual costs include food, veterinary care, grooming, and supplies.
Health Considerations
Like all breeds, Field Spaniels may be prone to certain health conditions:
Regular veterinary check-ups and proper care can help prevent or manage many health issues.
Best For
- Families with Children
- First-Time Owners
- Active Owners
May Not Be Ideal For
- Long Work Hours Away
- Sedentary Lifestyles
Guides for your Field Spaniel
The story behind the Field Spaniel
The Field Spaniel emerged in nineteenth-century England from the same land spaniel population that produced cockers and springers, initially as a distinction based on colour, with solid black dogs separated from parti-coloured spaniels for the show ring. Late Victorian breeders selected for exaggerated length and lowness, producing animals that worked poorly, and popularity collapsed as a result. Reform began in the early twentieth century when breeders reintroduced springer blood and bred back toward a moderate, functional dog. Numbers fell to very low levels across both wars, leaving a handful of animals from which mid-century breeders rebuilt the population. It is recognised by the Kennel Club, the FCI, and the American Kennel Club, and remains one of the rarer British gundogs, listed as vulnerable among native breeds.
Originally bred for: Flushing and retrieving gundog, Rough shooting dog, Companion. You can trace how working roles shaped today’s breeds across our dog guides.
Feeding a Field Spaniel
A moderate, well-boned spaniel that gains weight quietly when under-exercised, so measured meals and honest treat counting keep condition right. Working dogs need more through the season. A complete diet with adequate fat helps maintain the glossy coat; feed twice daily.
Watch for: No ingredient pattern is specific to the breed. Long-eared spaniels of every kind are prone to ear inflammation that gets blamed on food when ventilation and moisture are the real drivers. Involve a veterinarian before starting elimination diets on a rare breed.
Mealtime extras: training treats worth keeping in your pocket. Everything else lives in our dog nutrition and feeding hub.
Living with a Field Spaniel
Day to day, the basics matter most: how much exercise your dog needs, how often to get out for a walk, and how much sleep is normal.
For play and enrichment, browse our favorite dog toys and interactive toys for rainy days.
Gear that fits the breed makes life easier: a well-sized dog bed, a properly sized crate.
Raising a puppy? Work through crate training and the teething timeline — or see how old your dog is in human years with our dog age calculator.