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Non-sporting Breeds
Field Spaniel
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Pedigree Points
Recognized: AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI, KC (GB), KUSA
Height: Dog:18 in (45-47cm) Bitch: 17 in (42.5cm)
Weight: 35-55 lb (15.5-25kg)
Coat: Long, flat, silky, and glossy, without curls
Color: Black, liver, or roan with tan markings; clear black, white, or liver and white unacceptable
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The Field Spaniel has the same origin as the Cocker
Spaniel,being,in effect,a larger version of it,and
early litters sometimes contained both.Then in 1892,
the varieties went their separate ways.While the
Cocker was improved greatly, the Field Spaniel was
bred to produce an exageratedly long body and short
legs,and its popularity and numbers declined sharply.
In 1948 the Field Spaniel Society was reformed in
Britain and considerable work was undertaken by
dedicated enthusiasts.This resulted in a better
proportioned standard type evolving that is
breeding true and producing some very nice
specimens. Despite this,the Field Spaniel is
still rarely seen in its country of origin
outside the show ring. It is recognized
in the US, but very few sPecimens are
registered there.
The Field Spaniel has an equable
temperament and makes a good
household pet and gundog.
Like other spaniels,it thrives
on plenty of exercise, and
needs to be brushed and
combed every day,
taking care that
its coat does not
become matted. |
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