Is the American Bully or the Field Spaniel better for families with children?

Both the American Bully and the Field Spaniel are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.

Which sheds more, the American Bully or the Field Spaniel?

The Field Spaniel sheds more than the American Bully. If shedding is a concern, the American Bully is the lower-maintenance choice.

Which is easier to train, the American Bully or the Field Spaniel?

Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.

Is American Bully or Field Spaniel bigger?

American Bully and Field Spaniel are a similar size (Medium).

Which barks more, American Bully or Field Spaniel?

Both bark a similar amount (low).

Which is better for apartment living, American Bully or Field Spaniel?

For apartment or apartment living, American Bully and Field Spaniel are an even match — either can work well.

American Bully vs Field Spaniel: Which Guards Better?

American Bully vs Field Spaniel: full comparison

Trait	American Bully	Field Spaniel
Size	Medium	Medium
Energy level	Medium	Medium
Trainability	High	High
Friendliness	High	High
Good with children	Very High	Very High
Grooming needs	Low	Medium
Shedding	Low	Medium
Barking	Low	Low
Protectiveness	High	Low
Adaptability	High	High
Typical lifespan	11 years	13 years
Hypoallergenic	No	No

Key differences at a glance

The American Bully has noticeably higher protectiveness than the Field Spaniel.

Size and living space

The American Bully is a moderately built dog that settles into most homes, although a yard makes life easier. By comparison, the Field Spaniel is a moderately built dog that settles into most homes, although a yard makes life easier. Because they are a similar size, neither has a clear space advantage — both will suit the same kind of home.

Exercise and energy needs

The American Bully needs a solid walk or two a day plus some active play. The Field Spaniel needs a solid walk or two a day plus some active play. Their exercise needs are broadly the same, so this is unlikely to be a deciding factor.

Grooming and shedding

The American Bully needs minimal coat care, just a weekly once-over and sheds only lightly. The Field Spaniel needs consistent brushing to keep the coat healthy and loses a fair amount of coat, especially seasonally. If low upkeep matters to you, factor this in — the difference adds up over a dog's lifetime.

Temperament, training and family life

The American Bully is quick to learn and a pleasure to train, speaks up only now and then and has a reputation for being wonderfully tolerant with kids. The Field Spaniel is quick to learn and a pleasure to train, speaks up only now and then and has a reputation for being wonderfully tolerant with kids. On guarding instinct, American Bully is naturally alert and defends its people, whereas Field Spaniel shows limited protectiveness and is friendly to callers.

Which is better for…

For apartment or apartment living, American Bully and Field Spaniel are an even match — either can work well.
For families with young children, American Bully and Field Spaniel are an even match — either can work well.
For first-time dog owners, Field Spaniel has the edge, as it is easier to train and more forgiving of beginner mistakes.
For being left alone during the workday, American Bully and Field Spaniel are an even match — either can work well.
For allergy sufferers, American Bully has the edge, as it sheds less dander around the home.

Which should you choose?

Choose the American Bully if you want a more protective, watchful guardian, you prefer lower grooming upkeep, or you want less shedding around the home.

Choose the Field Spaniel if you want a longer-lived breed.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the American Bully or the Field Spaniel better for families with children?: Both the American Bully and the Field Spaniel are considered good with children when properly socialized and supervised.
Which sheds more, the American Bully or the Field Spaniel?: The Field Spaniel sheds more than the American Bully. If shedding is a concern, the American Bully is the lower-maintenance choice.
Which is easier to train, the American Bully or the Field Spaniel?: Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.
Is American Bully or Field Spaniel bigger?: American Bully and Field Spaniel are a similar size (Medium).
Which barks more, American Bully or Field Spaniel?: Both bark a similar amount (low).
Which is better for apartment living, American Bully or Field Spaniel?: For apartment or apartment living, American Bully and Field Spaniel are an even match — either can work well.

American Bully vs Field Spaniel