Wire Fox Terrier
VS
Field Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier vs Field Spaniel
Compare Wire Fox 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
Wire Fox Terrier
Field Spaniel
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
37 – 39 cm
43 – 46 cm
Weight
6 – 9 kg
18 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
13 – 14 years
10 – 12 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
2/5
3/5
Health
5/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
Characteristics
Wire Fox Terrier
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Stubborn
Small
Field Spaniel
Great with kids
High energy
Quiet
Medium
Summary
About Wire Fox Terrier
Wire Fox Terriers are small, sturdy, energetic hunting terriers with a bold, lively nature and strong prey drive. They have a low-shedding wiry coat needing regular stripping, are intelligent but independent, need consistent training, daily exercise, mental stimulation, and thorough grooming.
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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