Meet the Cocker Spaniel

High Doggy I.Q.

High Doggy I.Q.

Apartment Friendly

Apartment Friendly

Easily Trained

Easily Trained

Are you looking for a pooch that’s as cuddly as they are playful? Well, I might just be the breed fur you. My well-balanced good looks, silky coat, and gentle but waggish pawsonality make me the perfect partner for almost anyone, even kids. That’s probably why I’m one of the most pupular dog breeds on the planet – and one of the winningest show dogs. In fact, I’ve won the world’s biggest dog show, Crufts, more than any other breed. No big deal. If you choose to take me home, you can expect a playmate that responds well to commands (when properly trained and socialized, that is) and is super easy to take care of – as long as you have a good brush lying around. I do have a few common health problems – including some pesky skin problems – but it’s usually nothing that a quick trip to the vet can’t fix. I promise, as soon as you take one look into my soft, dreamy eyes or catch sight of my ears flopping from side to side as I frolic through the yard, you’ll know you’ve got the best in show!
关于我

Personality

Intelligent

Playful

Affectionate

Group

Sporting Group

Origin

England

Life Span

11-14 Years

Breed Popularity

#30 of 195

Height Range

14-17 Inches

Weight Range

26-35 Pounds

Coat Details

Type

Long

Texture

Smooth

Features

Thick, Wavy, Glossy

Colors

Black, Brown, Brown Roan, Buff, Red, Silver, Black & Tan, Black & White, Brown Roan

Hypoallergenic

Cost to Buy

$500-$1,500

Lifetime Care Cost

$17,160

My Many Looks

My Many Looks

My Breed Characteristics

My Breed Characteristics

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Furbulous Fact

Furbulous Fact

Did you know that one of the earliest Walt Disney Pictures films stars a Cocker Spaniel? It's true! The Lady and the Tramp debuted in 1955 and with it came perhaps the most famous Cocker in recent history: Lady. If you've seen the movie, you may remember the iconic scene where Lady and Tramp are eating from the same plate of spaghetti and accidentally slurp up the same noodle – but don't try this at home! It's not a great idea to feed us a big bowl of pasta.
As I Grow Up

As I Grow Up

History of My Breed

History of My Breed

No one is entirely sure, but historians believe I’m descended from Spanish hunting dogs. (“Spaniel” does sound a lot like “Spain,” now that you mention it.) Humans asked us to go on hunting trips with them. Using only nets and our pawesome sniffing abilities, hunters could trap all kinds of game birds without shooting a rifle. Pretty impressive, huh? Back in the day, people didn’t differentiate between breeds as much as they do now. Instead of all the Spaniel breeds we have today, there were only two: the Water Spaniel and the Land Spaniel. Once dog shows became more common, humans began to split us into different categories for the show ring. Since my ancestors were particularly good at driving woodcock birds out of their hiding spots, they named us the Cocker Spaniel. We might not be hunting woodcocks too often these days, but people still love having us around! We’ve become known for being great sporting dogs and companions. Combine that with our adorable pawsonality and what’s not
Care Tips

Care Tips

from Dr. Jessica Greenberg, Associate Veterinarian
1

Maintain your Cocker Spaniel’s ears.

Cocker Spaniels are known to have frequent ear infections, so be alert from the start and regularly check your dog’s ears for infection.

2

Watch out for your Cocker's allergies.

Cocker Spaniels are prone to skin allergies, like dermatitis, so keep an eye out for irritated areas of the skin. Skin can become red, flaky, and itchy and the irritation can also spread fairly quickly. Talk to your vet about giving your dog allergy medication, or about topical ointments and treatments that can help ease irritation.

3

Be cautious of your dog’s trachea.

Tracheal collapses are common in many small dog breeds. Mild cases do not need any intervention and more severe cases can be managed with medication. Surgery is rarely needed and maintaining a dog’s weight to prevent obesity is helpful in preventing this condition.

Training Tips

Training Tips

from Dr. Jessica Greenberg, Associate Veterinarian
1

Potty train early and tightly.

While potty training, take your Cocker Spaniel outside frequently so you gain an understanding of their restroom schedule. Designate a specific spot for them to go outside and take them to that spot on a leash. Give them a huge amount of praise when they do their business outside, but ignore them when they go anywhere else. If ignoring them isn’t working, put bitter apple spray on spots to give off a scent that repulses them from the area.

2

Exercise your Cocker's mental muscles.

Keep your Cocker Spaniel sharp by giving them treat puzzles and consistently training them. Be wary of letting your dog’s training plateau. All dogs thrive from opportunities to keep learning new things.

3

Invite your Cocker onto furniture.

Instead of picking your Cocker Spaniel pup up to take them to furniture, invite them up onto furniture. You should have some control over cuddling on furniture, otherwise they’ll feel like the couch and bed are theirs and they won’t have to listen to you. If you’re going to make your Spaniel a lap dog, pick a spot where you let them sit in your lap. Don’t let them cuddle with you on everything, although you may feel the urge to. There have to be boundaries somewhere.

关于我
  • Personality

    Intelligent

    Playful

    Affectionate

  • Group

    Sporting Group

  • Origin

    England

  • Life Span

    11-14 Years

  • Breed Popularity

    #30 of 195

  • Height Range

    14-17 Inches

  • Weight Range

    26-35 Pounds

  • 动物皮毛

    Type

    Long

    Texture

    Smooth

    Features

    Thick, Wavy, Glossy

    Colors

    Black, Brown, Brown Roan, Buff, Red, Silver, Black & Tan, Black & White, Brown Roan

  • Hypoallergenic

  • Cost to Buy

    $500-$1,500

  • Lifetime Care Cost

    $17,160