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The English Cocker Spaniel is the smallest in the gundog group yet are able to flush out and retrieve game birds from undergrowth. A gentle, popular pet, they are also called the Merry Cocker because of their energetic, playful, eager to please nature and their unique tail wagging which includes their entire hindquarters. English Cocker Spaniels are compact, but bigger than American Cocker Spaniels.
Other Names: Cocker Spaniel
Height: 15 - 16 inches
Weight: 28 - 32 lbs.
Colors: Various; self (pure) colors
Coat: Flat and silky in texture.
Temperament: English Cocker Spaniels are responsive, affectionate
With Children: Yes, but children need to be taught to be gentle.
With Pets: Yes, usually gets along well with other pets.
Special Skills: Field sports dog and family pet
Watch-dog: High
Guard-dog: Low
Care and Exercise: Brush and comb the English Cocker Spaniel three times a week to remove dead hair and keep coat shiny and lying flat. Bathe or dry shampoo when necessary. Check ears for grass seeds and signs of infection. Brush and trim hair over the toes and base of the feet. English Cocker Spaniels enjoy as much exercise as they can receive. Daily walks and free run should be part of their routine as they are a sporting breed.
Training: English Cocker Spaniel t raining should be with understanding and consistency as they are a naturally willing dog who quickly understands and will want to do what you want.
Learning Rate: High, Obedience - High, Problem Solving - Medium.
Activity: High
Living Environment: English Cocker Spaniels can live in an apartment as long as sufficient exercise is provided. Does best with a home with a fenced yard and an owner who is patient and will not spoil them.
Health Issues: Inherited eye diseases, ear infections
Life Span: 12 - 15 years
Litter Size: 3 - 8
Country of Origin: Wales
History: The spaniel family originated in Spain. In the 1800's the spaniels were divided into two groups; springers who's function was to "spring game"; and cockers named for their ability to flush and retrieve birds from dense undergrowth. The English cocker spaniel descends from the cocker dogs developed in Wales and southwest England.
First Registered by the AKC: 1878
AKC Group: Sporting Group
Class: Gundog
Registries: AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI (Group 8), KC(GB), UKC
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