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Tenterfield Terrier vs Field Spaniel
Compare Tenterfield Terrier 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
Tenterfield Terrier
Field Spaniel
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
26 – 31 cm
43 – 46 cm
Weight
4 – 5 kg
18 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
10 – 12 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
Characteristics
Tenterfield Terrier
Great with kids
Tiny
Field Spaniel
Great with kids
High energy
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Tenterfield Terrier
The Tenterfield Terrier is a small, robust Australian terrier, bred as a vermin hunter and farm companion. Lively, affectionate, and alert, it suits active homes. It has a smooth, low‑maintenance coat, moderate shedding, and often lives 14–16 years with good care.
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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