Border Terrier vs Field Spaniel

The biggest differences

These two breeds are close on every trait: no score differs by more than one point.

They score the same on good with young children, openness to strangers, energy level, mental stimulation needs, adaptability, watchdog / protective.

Which one should you choose?

Pick the Border Terrier if you want less dog hair. Pick the Field Spaniel if you want a dog that is easier to train, you have other dogs.

Ratings are general breed tendencies from the AKC. Every dog is an individual, so meet the dog, and its parents if you can, before you decide. Not sure? Try the breed selector.

Source: American Kennel Club breed ratings (compiled February 2022). How we check.