Differences and Similarities between the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier.

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Field Spaniel versus Patterdale Terrier

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Field Spaniel Versus Patterdale Terrier: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier 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 Patterdale Terrier. 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 Patterdale Terrier.

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 Patterdale Terrier

Field Spaniel versus Patterdale Terrier: Overview

Both the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier are similar in size. The Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier are both small-sized dogs.

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 Patterdale Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

Field Spaniel versus Patterdale Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Field Spaniel to the Patterdale Terrier 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 Patterdale Terrier
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 1 foot, 4 inches to 1 foot, 7 inches tall at the s 12 to 15 inches
Life Span 10 to 12 years 11 to 14 years
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Weight 37 to 45 pounds 11 to 13 pounds
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
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 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 12.5 years
Average Price $4640 $680
Price Range $2900 – $5000 $550 – $950
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 Patterdale Terrier. 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 Patterdale Terrier is 77 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Field Spaniel is a better pet than the Patterdale Terrier. 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 Patterdale Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier

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

  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier 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 Patterdale Terrier can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Field Spaniel versus Patterdale Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Field Spaniel and the Patterdale Terrier.

    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, Patterdale Terriers weigh 11 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Patterdale Terriers are 12 to 15 inches when fully grown.

    Price of Field Spaniel versus Price of Patterdale Terrier

    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 Patterdale Terrier puppy is $680. The price of the Patterdale Terrier typically ranges from $550 – $950. However, the price of a Patterdale Terrier can be as low as $300 and as high as $1200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 14 Patterdale Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Field Spaniel is more expensive than the Patterdale Terrier.

    Field Spaniel Patterdale Terrier
    Average Price $4640 $680
    Price Range $2900 to $5000 $550 to $950

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Field Spaniel and Patterdale Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Field Spaniel puppies or how many Patterdale Terrier 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 Patterdale Terriers

    A breakdown of the prices of Patterdale Terriers

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

    Field Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Patterdale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Field Spaniel versus Patterdale Terrier

    Field Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Patterdale Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Which one drools more, the Field Spaniel or the Patterdale Terrier

    Field Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Patterdale Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Do Field Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Patterdale Terriers?

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

    Patterdale Terriers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Field Spaniel or the Patterdale Terrier?

    Field Spaniels are OK for new dog owners.

    Patterdale Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Can Field Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Field Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Patterdale Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Do Field Spaniels shed more than Patterdale Terriers?

    Field Spaniels shed moderately.

    Patterdale Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Can Field Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Field Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

    Patterdale Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Field Spaniel or the Patterdale Terrier?

    Field Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Patterdale Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Field Spaniel or the Patterdale Terrier?

    Field Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Patterdale Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Field Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Patterdale Terrier?

    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.

    Patterdale Terriers 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 Patterdale Terriers?

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

    Patterdale Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Field Spaniels and Patterdale Terriers?

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

    Patterdale Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Field Spaniel Easier to Train than the Patterdale Terrier?

    Field Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Patterdale Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Wanderlust Potential: Field Spaniel vs. Patterdale Terrier

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

    Patterdale Terriers 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 Patterdale Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer.
  • English Springer Spaniel (84 percent match with Field Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Patterdale Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Patterdale Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Patterdale Terrier 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 Patterdale Terrier:

  • Portuguese Pointer (78 percent match with Patterdale Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Field Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Field Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Field Spaniel versus Labrador Retriever     Field Spaniel versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Field Spaniel versus Maremma Sheepdog     Field Spaniel versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Field Spaniel versus West Highland White Terrier     Field Spaniel versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Field Spaniel versus King Shepherd     Field Spaniel versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Field Spaniel versus Lhasa Apso     Field Spaniel versus Shihpoo     

    Patterdale Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Patterdale Terrier versus Berger Picard     Patterdale Terrier versus Bordoodle     Patterdale Terrier versus Irish Terrier     Patterdale Terrier versus Puggle     Patterdale Terrier versus Plott     Patterdale Terrier versus Miniature Pinscher     Patterdale Terrier versus Toy Fox Terrier     Patterdale Terrier versus Swedish Vallhund     Patterdale Terrier versus Peek A Poo     Patterdale Terrier versus Schipperke     

    Conclusion: Field Spaniel versus Patterdale Terrier. 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 Patterdale Terrier better suits you and your family.