Field Spaniel has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Boerboel has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Adaptable
Docile
Sensitive
Cautious
Familiar
Sociable

Confident
Intelligent
Territorial
Dominant
Obedient

Field Spaniels are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Boerboel if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

England

South Africa

Land Spaniel

Mastiff, Rottweiler, Great Dane

American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.

1800s

1820s

Sporting (AKC:1894)
Gun Dogs (UKC)

Working (AKC:2015)

A Field Spaniel can have a litter of 11-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Boerboel can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Field Spaniels are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Boerboels have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

While the Field Spaniel breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Boerboels are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Cancer

Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia

Ear Infections
Conjunctivitis
Parasites

Eye
Hip
Blood
Knee

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ear

Field Spaniels thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Boerboels are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Field Spaniel has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Boerboel has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Field Spaniels need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Boerboels require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Field Spaniels are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Boerboels have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Field Spaniel minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Boerboel drools quite a bit, consider a different breed if drool is unappealing.

Field Spaniel dogs may not be the best choice as guard dogs because they do not have a strong instinct to defend their territory.

Boerboel dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

The Field Spaniel has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Boerboel is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Field Spaniel is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Boerboel has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Boerboels have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Field Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Boerboels can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Field Spaniels make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Boerboels are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Field Spaniels are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Boerboels are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Field Spaniels are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Boerboels are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Field Spaniels are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Boerboels are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Field Spaniels are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Boerboels have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Field Spaniels are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Boerboels are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.