The Field Spaniel is a sporting dog popular with hunters for his keen nose, stamina, willingness to work and good disposition. Intelligent and very loyal to his family, the Field Spaniel makes a good watchdog and is a little aloof with strangers. Being loving and affectionate, he needs to be around his people, but will do well in a kennel, provided he has lots of space to play and run.
A unique and intelligent sporting dog, the Field Spaniel was developed in the middle of the 19th century from other spaniel breeds - Sussex Spaniel, English Cocker Spaniel and English Springer Spaniel.
The emergence of the breed is attributed to the desire of some dog fanciers to create a dog with good hunting abilities which could compete in the show ring with other existing spaniel breeds.
For over 150 years, the breed has seen many ups and downs in its popularity and has been revived at least three times. Nowadays, thanks to a major effort of dedicated fanciers, the Field Spaniel can be seen at all major shows and trials. The Field Spaniel enjoys a good bark. He can be destructive if not given plenty of exercise or left alone for long hours.