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Pointer
VS
Field Spaniel
Pointer vs Field Spaniel
Compare Pointer 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
Pointer
Field Spaniel
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
61 – 69 cm
43 – 46 cm
Weight
20 – 34 kg
18 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
10 – 12 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
2/5
3/5
Grooming needs
1/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
Characteristics
Pointer
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Field Spaniel
Great with kids
High energy
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Pointer
The Pointer is an athletic, elegant gundog known for its distinctive pointing stance and strong scenting skills. Affectionate, sensitive, and people focused, it needs 1–2 hours of daily exercise and mental work. Its short, smooth coat is low maintenance, suiting active, outdoorsy owners.
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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