Which is Better between the Field Spaniel and the Stabyhoun? A Very Detailed Review.

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Field Spaniel Versus Stabyhoun: Introduction

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

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

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 Stabyhoun

Field Spaniel versus Stabyhoun: Overview

A very important difference between the Field Spaniel and the Stabyhoun is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Field Spaniel is a small-sized dog while the Stabyhoun is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the Field Spaniel and the Stabyhoun are Sporting Dogs. This means both the Field Spaniel and the Stabyhoun 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.

Field Spaniel versus Stabyhoun: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Field Spaniel to the Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 1 foot, 4 inches to 1 foot, 7 inches tall at the s 19 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 12 years 13 to 14 years
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Weight 37 to 45 pounds 45 to 50 pounds
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 5/5 5/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $4640 No Data
Price Range $2900 – $5000 No Data
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
    		•  No Data

    *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 Stabyhoun. 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 Stabyhoun is 85 out of 125.

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

    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 Stabyhoun so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the Field Spaniel and the Stabyhoun

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

  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Stabyhoun do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Stabyhoun do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Stabyhoun are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Stabyhoun are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Stabyhoun are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Stabyhoun gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Stabyhoun have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Stabyhoun are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Stabyhoun get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Stabyhoun are very easy to train.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Stabyhoun are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Stabyhoun require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Field Spaniel and the Stabyhoun are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Field Spaniel versus Stabyhoun

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

    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, Stabyhouns weigh 45 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Stabyhouns are 19 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Is the Field Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Stabyhoun?

    Field Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Stabyhouns do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Field Spaniel versus Stabyhoun

    Field Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Stabyhouns can be left alone only for a short time.

    Which one drools more, the Field Spaniel or the Stabyhoun

    Field Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Stabyhouns do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Do Field Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Stabyhouns?

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

    Stabyhouns bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Field Spaniels are OK for new dog owners.

    Stabyhouns are OK for new dog owners.

    Can Field Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Stabyhouns Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Field Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Stabyhouns cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Do Field Spaniels shed more than Stabyhouns?

    Field Spaniels shed moderately.

    Stabyhouns shed moderately.

    Can Field Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Stabyhouns Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Field Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

    Stabyhouns cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    Field Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Stabyhouns get along very well with other dogs.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Field Spaniel or the Stabyhoun?

    Field Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Stabyhouns are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Field Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Stabyhoun?

    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.

    Stabyhouns 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 Stabyhouns?

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

    Stabyhouns are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Field Spaniels and Stabyhouns?

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

    Stabyhouns get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Field Spaniel Easier to Train than the Stabyhoun?

    Field Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Stabyhouns are very easy to train.

    Wanderlust Potential: Field Spaniel vs. Stabyhoun

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

    Stabyhouns have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get 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 Stabyhoun vs German Shorthaired Pointer.
  • English Springer Spaniel (84 percent match with Field Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Stabyhoun vs English Springer Spaniel.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Stabyhoun

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

  • Cardigan Welsh Corgi (77 percent match with Stabyhoun). Here is our comparison of the Field Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
  • Cockalier (77 percent match with Stabyhoun). Here is our comparison of the Field Spaniel vs Cockalier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Field Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Field Spaniel versus Finnish Spitz     Field Spaniel versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Field Spaniel versus West Highland White Terrier     Field Spaniel versus Stabyhoun     Field Spaniel versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Field Spaniel versus Japanese Chin     Field Spaniel versus Boerboel     Field Spaniel versus Chinook     Field Spaniel versus Ibizan Hound     Field Spaniel versus Sloughi     

    Stabyhoun Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Stabyhoun versus American Eskimo Dog     Stabyhoun versus Saint Berdoodle     Stabyhoun versus English Setter     Stabyhoun versus Afghan Hound     Stabyhoun versus Karelian Bear Dog     Stabyhoun versus Bracco Italiano     Stabyhoun versus Azawakh     Stabyhoun versus Schipperke     Stabyhoun versus Xoloitzcuintli     Stabyhoun versus Pointer     

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