Cocker Spaniel (American) vs Field Spaniel

Side-by-side comparison — size, temperament, traits, costs, and health

Cocker Spaniel (American)
Category
Field Spaniel

📏 Physical Stats

20 - 30
Weight (lbs)
35 - 50
14 - 15
Height (inches)
17 - 18
12 - 15 years
Life Expectancy
11 - 15 years
Sporting
Breed Group
Sporting
United States
Origin
England
Hunting the American woodcock
Bred For
Bird flushing, retrieving

⚡ Temperament & Traits

Scores are 1–5 from breed data. Higher = more of that trait. Barking: lower is quieter.

5/5
Better
Energy Level
4/5
4/5
Better
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Good with Children
5/5
Better
4/5
Good with Other Dogs
5/5
Better
2/5
Better
Grooming Needs
3/5

💰 Cost of Ownership

Based on breed-specific cost data at a moderate care level — quality food, routine vet, occasional grooming, standard insurance. Actual costs vary by location and provider.

Annual Cost
$2,211
Cocker Spaniel (American)
vs
Annual Cost
$2,511
Field Spaniel
Cocker Spaniel (American)
Expense
Field Spaniel
$2,211
Lower ✓
Annual Cost
$2,511
$2,931
Lower ✓
First Year
$3,231
$30,569
Lower ✓
Lifetime Total
$33,363
$336
Lower ✓
Food (annual)
$552
$630
Vet Care (annual)
$630
$560
Grooming (annual)
$440
Lower ✓
$660
Lower ✓
Insurance (annual)
$864
$55
Lower ✓
Insurance (monthly)
$72

Over their lifetimes, a Cocker Spaniel (American) (~14 yrs) costs approximately $2,794 less than a Field Spaniel (~13 yrs) in total.

🏥 Health Considerations

Health conditions listed are common concerns for these breeds or breed groups. Not every dog will develop these conditions. Regular vet check-ups are the best prevention.

🐾 Temperament

Cocker Spaniel (American)

Outgoing, Sociable, Trusting, Joyful, Even Tempered, Merry

Field Spaniel

Docile, Cautious, Sociable, Adaptable, Familial, Friendly, Affectionate, Loyal, Playful, Protective, Brave, Curious, Independent