All AKC Springers are registered as "English Springer Spaniels". The is, however a big difference between show-bred dogs asnd field-bred dogs. Benny appears to be a field bred dog. . Field bred dogs typically do not have the big, pendulous ears, are often smaller, will have had their tails docked longer than the typical stubby show dog's tail. Often the show dogs coats are longer (Worse for burrs!) and may have their entire back covered with a black or liver "blanket". Field dog appearance is not as standardized as the show dogs.
In the field, there in no comparison. The typical field bred dog will be a more agressive bird finder, faster and will hunt harder than the average show dog.
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