Is the Field Spaniel Better than the Mountain Cur as a Pet? Answer…

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Field Spaniel Versus Mountain Cur: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur? 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 Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur. 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 Mountain Cur.

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 Mountain Cur

Field Spaniel versus Mountain Cur: Overview

A very important difference between the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Field Spaniel is a small-sized dog while the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Field Spaniel versus Mountain Cur: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Field Spaniel to the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 1 foot, 4 inches to 1 foot, 7 inches tall at the s 16 to 26 inches
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 16 years
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Weight 37 to 45 pounds 30 to 60 pounds
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Easy To Train 5/5 2/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.0 years
Average Price $4640 $550
Price Range $2900 – $5000 $350 – $800
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- recommend testing at 2, 4, 6, and 8 years of age.
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
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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 Mountain Cur. 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 Mountain Cur is 76 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Field Spaniel is a better pet than the Mountain Cur. So, you should get the Field Spaniel!

    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 Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur

    Below is a list of where the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur are most different:

  • Field Spaniels gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them. However, Mountain Curs are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Field Spaniels are very easy to train. However, Mountain Curs are not easy to train.

    • The Similarities Between the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur

    The Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur are most similar:

  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Field Spaniel versus Mountain Cur

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Field Spaniel and the Mountain Cur.

    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, Mountain Curs weigh 30 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Mountain Curs are 16 to 26 inches when fully grown.

    Price of Field Spaniel versus Price of Mountain Cur

    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 Mountain Cur puppy is $550. The price of the Mountain Cur typically ranges from $350 – $800. However, the price of a Mountain Cur can be as low as $100 and as high as $1000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 40 Mountain Cur puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Field Spaniel is more expensive than the Mountain Cur.

    Field Spaniel Mountain Cur
    Average Price $4640 $550
    Price Range $2900 to $5000 $350 to $800

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Field Spaniel and Mountain Cur. For different price points, the charts show how many Field Spaniel puppies or how many Mountain Cur 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 Field Spaniels. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Mountain Curs

    A breakdown of the prices of Mountain Curs

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Field Spaniel puppy or the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur?

    Field Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Mountain Curs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Field Spaniel versus Mountain Cur

    Field Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Mountain Curs do not like to be left alone.

    Which one drools more, the Field Spaniel or the Mountain Cur

    Field Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Mountain Curs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Do Field Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Mountain Curs?

    Field Spaniels are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Mountain Curs bark and howl, but not very much.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Field Spaniel or the Mountain Cur?

    Field Spaniels are OK for new dog owners.

    Mountain Curs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Can Field Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Mountain Curs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Field Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Mountain Curs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Do Field Spaniels shed more than Mountain Curs?

    Field Spaniels shed moderately.

    Mountain Curs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Can Field Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Mountain Curs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Field Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

    Mountain Curs can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Field Spaniel or the Mountain Cur?

    Field Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Mountain Curs get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Field Spaniel or the Mountain Cur?

    Field Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Mountain Curs are very easy to groom.

    Does the Field Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Mountain Cur?

    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.

    Mountain Curs 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.

    Are Field Spaniels good family dogs? What about Mountain Curs?

    Field Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Mountain Curs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Field Spaniels and Mountain Curs?

    Field Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Mountain Curs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Field Spaniel Easier to Train than the Mountain Cur?

    Field Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Mountain Curs are not easy to train.

    Wanderlust Potential: Field Spaniel vs. Mountain Cur

    Field Spaniels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Mountain Curs 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:

  • German Shorthaired Pointer (83 percent match with Field Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Mountain Cur vs German Shorthaired Pointer.
  • English Springer Spaniel (84 percent match with Field Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Mountain Cur vs English Springer Spaniel.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mountain Cur

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Mountain Cur 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 Mountain Cur:

  • Black Mouth Cur (80 percent match with Mountain Cur). Here is our comparison of the Field Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur.
  • Karelian Bear Dog (77 percent match with Mountain Cur). Here is our comparison of the Field Spaniel vs Karelian Bear Dog.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Field Spaniel and how the Mountain Cur compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Field Spaniel and of the Mountain Cur to other breeds:

    Field Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Field Spaniel versus Pomchi     Field Spaniel versus Siberian Husky     Field Spaniel versus Lhasapoo     Field Spaniel versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Field Spaniel versus Leonberger     Field Spaniel versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Field Spaniel versus Frenchton     Field Spaniel versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Field Spaniel versus Brittany     Field Spaniel versus Bull Terrier     

    Mountain Cur Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Mountain Cur versus Chi-Poo     Mountain Cur versus West Highland White Terrier     Mountain Cur versus Redbone Coonhound     Mountain Cur versus Spanish Mastiff     Mountain Cur versus Shetland Sheepdog     Mountain Cur versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Mountain Cur versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Mountain Cur versus Hovawart     Mountain Cur versus Mudi     Mountain Cur versus Goldador     

    Conclusion: Field Spaniel versus Mountain Cur. 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 Mountain Cur better suits you and your family.