Breed
Field Spaniel
AKC Grouping
Sporting GroupTemperament
- sweet
- fun-loving
- sensitive
Demeanor
somewhat reservedChoosing the Best Dog Food for an Overweight Field Spaniel
This rare breed of Spaniel may benefit from a dog food in controlled portions to maintain optimal weight and overall health. Given the Field Spaniel's reduced activity relative to their ancestors, they need fewer calories to prevent excess weight gain.
The History of Field Spaniels and Obesity
The Field Spaniel was developed in the late 19th century to be exclusively a show dog. The Field Spaniel was not popular among hunters as its short legs made it difficult to traverse dense terrain and their dark coats made it difficult to be seen by hunters. While the Field Spaniel is an accomplished show dog, it needs substantial attention to keep from being bored and destructive. To boost its visibility, the Field Spaniel has been registered as a Vulnerable Native Breed with the Kennel given its declining population and registry of only 51 in 2009. These inquisitive dogs make wonderful pets, are great with children and become very loyal to family members. Most Field Spaniels have a lifespan of nearly 12 years and can weigh in at 55 pounds and stand up to 18 inches tall.
Get Your Field Spaniel the Right Food
Energy
active
Grooming
a weekly good brushing
Training
willing to follow
Shedding
regularlyOverweight/Obese Field Spaniels in Modern Times
Historically the Field Spaniel no doubt survived on barn vermin and table scraps. The charming Field Spaniel is very clever, level headed but requires training with a gentle hand at an early age. Field Spaniel owners should be prepared for several hours a week of grooming to keep this breed's silky coat from becoming matted. The Field Spaniel was introduced to the United States in 1901 and only differed from the Cocker Spaniel in its size. Unlike other Spaniel breeds, the Field Spaniel does not have an undercoat and generally are of solid color. Unlike their ancestors, today's Field Spaniel generally does not have to forage much past the family kitchen for a healthy meal. Given their reduced activity levels compared to their predecessors, the Field Spaniel needs to have a very controlled diet with careful attention paid to portions to prevent excess weight gain.
The Best Dog Food for an Overweight Field Spaniel
Spot & Tango is committed to offering your Field Spaniel the highest quality dog food to promote a healthy weight. Spot & Tango uses just locally sourced USDA approved beef, lamb and turkey in their dog foods. By utilizing just locally sourced meats Spot & Tango makes sure that their meats are antibiotic, preservative and hormone free. The high-quality meats contained in Spot & Tango's dog food are filled with proteins that develop and repair cartilage and tendons; this can help reduce discomfort related to the muscle stress caused by extreme weight. Feeding your obese Field Spaniel Spot & Tango dog food, which contains gluten-free quinoa, millet, and brown rice, can help to enhance their energy and support their digestive tract aiding in their weight management. Spot & Tango's recipes consist of leafy greens and fruits that could help strengthen the heart of an obese Field Spaniel.
Get Your Field Spaniel the Right FoodChoose Spot & Tango for Overweight Field Spaniel Dog Food
Spot and Tango is committed to providing your overweight Field Spaniel with the right dog food for their unique needs. In order to do that, we’ll need information, and so your relationship with Spot and Tango starts with a survey designed to help pinpoint your Field Spaniel’s needs. Our meals are made with the help of medical experts in order to provide comprehensive nutrition for any and all breeds of man’s best friend, because that’s what they deserve. Our meals are made with fresh, whole ingredients, using 100% real meat with no surprise fillers, which provides only lean protein and can help your overweight Field Spaniel return to a healthy size. A lack of gluten and the presence of fiber can help to ensure your Field Spaniel’s digestive health is top notch, and our fruit and vegetable content will provide, among other things, vitamin C to help bolster the immune system. Spot and Tango is family owned and operated, and our dogs are our family, so we know how important it is to provide only the best for your canine companion, and we’re here to help.