Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Field Spaniel Versus Goldador: Introduction
- Field Spaniel versus Goldador: Overview
- Field Spaniel versus Goldador: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Field Spaniel and the Goldador
- The Similarities Between the Field Spaniel and the Goldador
- Size (Weight and Height) of Field Spaniel versus Goldador
- Price of Field Spaniel versus Price of Goldador
- Tolerates Being Alone: Field Spaniel versus Goldador
- Which one drools more, the Field Spaniel or the Goldador
- Do Field Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Goldadors?
- Can Field Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Goldadors Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Do Field Spaniels shed more than Goldadors?
- Can Field Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Goldadors Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Field Spaniel or the Goldador?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Field Spaniel or the Goldador?
- Does the Field Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Goldador?
- Are Field Spaniels good family dogs? What about Goldadors?
- How Kid-friendly are Field Spaniels and Goldadors?
- Is the Field Spaniel Easier to Train than the Goldador?
- Wanderlust Potential: Field Spaniel vs. Goldador
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Field Spaniel
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldador
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Field Spaniel versus Goldador. Which One is a Better Pet?
Field Spaniel Versus Goldador: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Field Spaniel and the Goldador? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Field Spaniel and the Goldador better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Field Spaniel and the Goldador.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Field Spaniel and the Goldador is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Field Spaniel and for the Goldador. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Field Spaniel and the Goldador.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Field Spaniel or the Goldador
Field Spaniel versus Goldador: Overview
A very important difference between the Field Spaniel and the Goldador is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Field Spaniel is a small-sized dog while the Goldador is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Field Spaniel belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
On the other hand, the Goldador belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offsprings of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds..
Field Spaniel versus Goldador: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Field Spaniel to the Goldador based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Factor | Field Spaniel | Goldador |
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Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Height | 1 foot, 4 inches to 1 foot, 7 inches tall at the s | 22 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder |
Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 10 to 15 years |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Weight | 37 to 45 pounds | 60 to 80 pounds |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 2/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 12.5 years |
Average Price | $4640 | $1320 |
Price Range | $2900 – $5000 | $900 – $1650 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Field Spaniel in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Goldador. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for a Field Spaniel is 79 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Goldador is 93 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Goldador is a better pet than the Field Spaniel. So, you should get the Goldador!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Field Spaniel and the Goldador so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Field Spaniel and the Goldador
Below is a list of where the Field Spaniel and the Goldador are most different:
The Similarities Between the Field Spaniel and the Goldador
The Field Spaniel and the Goldador are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Field Spaniel and the Goldador are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Field Spaniel versus Goldador
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Field Spaniel and the Goldador.
Field Spaniels weigh 37 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Field Spaniels are 1 foot, 4 inches to 1 foot, 7 inches tall at the s when fully grown.
On the other hand, Goldadors weigh 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Goldadors are 22 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Price of Field Spaniel versus Price of Goldador
The average price of the Field Spaniel puppy is $4640. The price of the Field Spaniel typically ranges from $2900 – $5000. However, the price of a Field Spaniel can be as low as $1800 and as high as $10000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 5 Field Spaniel puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Goldador puppy is $1320. The price of the Goldador typically ranges from $900 – $1650. However, the price of a Goldador can be as low as $875 and as high as $2700. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 33 Goldador puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Field Spaniel is more expensive than the Goldador.
Field Spaniel | Goldador | |
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Average Price | $4640 | $1320 |
Price Range | $2900 to $5000 | $900 to $1650 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Field Spaniel and Goldador. For different price points, the charts show how many Field Spaniel puppies or how many Goldador puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Field Spaniels. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Goldadors
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Field Spaniel puppy or the Goldador puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Is the Field Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Goldador?
Field Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living.
Goldadors do not adapt well to apartment living.
Tolerates Being Alone: Field Spaniel versus Goldador
Field Spaniels do not like to be left alone.
Goldadors can be left alone for some time without problems.
Which one drools more, the Field Spaniel or the Goldador
Field Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
Goldadors do have a very low tendency to drool.
Do Field Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Goldadors?
Field Spaniels are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Goldadors are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Field Spaniel or the Goldador?
Field Spaniels are OK for new dog owners.
Goldadors are very good for new dog owners.
Can Field Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Goldadors Tolerate Cold Weather?
Field Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Goldadors can very well tolerate cold weather.
Do Field Spaniels shed more than Goldadors?
Field Spaniels shed moderately.
Goldadors shed moderately.
Can Field Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Goldadors Tolerate Hot Weather?
Field Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.
Goldadors can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Field Spaniel or the Goldador?
Field Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Goldadors get along very well with other dogs.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Field Spaniel or the Goldador?
Field Spaniels are very easy to groom.
Goldadors are very easy to groom.
Does the Field Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Goldador?
Field Spaniels have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Goldadors have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Are Field Spaniels good family dogs? What about Goldadors?
Field Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Goldadors are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Field Spaniels and Goldadors?
Field Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Goldadors get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Field Spaniel Easier to Train than the Goldador?
Field Spaniels are very easy to train.
Goldadors are very easy to train.
Wanderlust Potential: Field Spaniel vs. Goldador
Field Spaniels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Goldadors have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Field Spaniel
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Field Spaniel that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Field Spaniel:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldador
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Goldador that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Goldador:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Field Spaniel and how the Goldador compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Field Spaniel and of the Goldador to other breeds:
Field Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
Field Spaniel versus French Spaniel Field Spaniel versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Field Spaniel versus Newfoundland Field Spaniel versus Westiepoo Field Spaniel versus English Setter Field Spaniel versus Braque du Bourbonnais Field Spaniel versus German Wirehaired Pointer Field Spaniel versus Fila Brasileiro Field Spaniel versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne
Goldador Versus Other Dog Breeds
Goldador versus Australian Kelpie Goldador versus Field Spaniel Goldador versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Goldador versus Icelandic Sheepdog Goldador versus Gordon Setter Goldador versus Golden Cocker Retriever Goldador versus Berger Picard Goldador versus Finnish Lapphund Goldador versus Papillon Goldador versus American Hairless Terrier
Conclusion: Field Spaniel versus Goldador. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Field Spaniel and the Goldador better suits you and your family.