Chinese Crested has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Field Spaniel has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Chinese Cresteds are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Field Spaniel is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Happy
Playful
Alert
Lively
Sweet
Tempered

Adaptable
Docile
Sensitive
Cautious
Familiar
Sociable

Chinese Cresteds shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Field Spaniels are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Chinese Cresteds aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Field Spaniels are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

China

England

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Land Spaniel

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

1200s

1800s

Toy (AKC:1991)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Sporting (AKC:1894)
Gun Dogs (UKC)

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Cream
Blue

Black
Brown
Blue

Chinese Cresteds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Field Spaniels have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Chinese Crested can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Field Spaniel can have a litter of 11-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Chinese Cresteds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Field Spaniels are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Cancer

Skin Problems
Contact Allergy
Dentition Problems

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia

Skin Scraping
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Eye
Hip
Blood
Knee

Chinese Cresteds are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Field Spaniels thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Chinese Crested has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Field Spaniel has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Chinese Cresteds need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Field Spaniels need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Chinese Cresteds are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Field Spaniels are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

While Chinese Crested dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Field Spaniel dogs may not be the best choice as guard dogs because they do not have a strong instinct to defend their territory.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chinese Crested, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Field Spaniel, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chinese Cresteds usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Field Spaniels usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Chinese Crested requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Field Spaniel has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Chinese Crested should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Field Spaniel should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-12 pound (2 - 5 kg) Chinese Crested feed 0.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 35-50 pound (16 - 23 kg) Field Spaniel feed 2.6 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Chinese Crested is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Field Spaniel is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chinese Crested is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Field Spaniel is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Chinese Crested has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Field Spaniel is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Chinese Cresteds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Field Spaniels make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Chinese Cresteds are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Field Spaniels are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Chinese Cresteds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Field Spaniels are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Chinese Cresteds are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Field Spaniels are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Chinese Cresteds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Field Spaniels are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.