Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Field Spaniel

Compare Basset Fauve de Bretagne and Field Spaniel side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.

Characteristic

Basset Fauve de Bretagne

Field Spaniel

Breed type

Purebred

Height

32 – 38 cm

43 – 46 cm

Weight

15 – 15 kg

18 – 25 kg

Life expectancy

11 – 14 years

10 – 12 years

Child friendly

4/5

Energy level

3/5

4/5

Intelligence

3/5

Trainability

3/5

Health

3/5

Grooming needs

3/5

Shedding

3/5

Barking level

3/5

2/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

2/5

Characteristics

Basset Fauve de Bretagne

Great with kids

Medium

Field Spaniel

Great with kids

High energy

Quiet

Medium

Summary

About Basset Fauve de Bretagne

Cheerful, energetic French scent hound with a low, sturdy build and rough golden‑red coat. Friendly and affectionate, good with children and dogs but strong prey drive. Intelligent yet independent; needs patient training, ample exercise, and regular but simple grooming.

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About Field Spaniel

Medium, athletic gundog with a glossy, feathered coat and dark, expressive eyes. Calm yet enthusiastic, deeply attached to family and often sensitive. Needs kind, consistent training, regular exercise, and mental work. Still relatively rare, valued by dedicated enthusiasts.

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