Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Field Spaniel

Compare the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to the Field Spaniel. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Field Spaniels.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Field Spaniel
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Field Spaniel
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Field Spaniel
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General Details
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Field Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
9-15 Years
12-13 Years
Height
12-13 Inches
17-18 Inches
Weight
10-18 Pounds
34-50 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Field Spaniel
Origin Country
Unspecified
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1500 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Field Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Field Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Field Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
40-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Field Spaniel
Energy Level
Medium
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
14 MPH
16 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Field Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium to High
Drool
None
Medium to High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Field Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Field Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Field Spaniel
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
None
Above Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Field Spaniel
Average Lifespan
9-15 Years
12-13 Years
Health Concerns
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Field Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dry eye
Syringomyelia
Episodic falling
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Heart problems
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Field Spaniel
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Silky
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Field Spaniel
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blenheim
Blenheim
Ruby
Ruby
Liver
Liver
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