Cocker Spaniel

Cocker Spaniel Dog Breed Features

Vital Stats

Ideal For

Individual Homes & Apartments

Weight

M:13-16 kgs F: 12-15 kgs.

Life Span

10-14 Years

Highlights of The Breed

Origin

Cocker Spaniels are originally from The United kingdom , that were bred for hunting. Later on they were brought to the US.

Temperament

Cocker Spaniels are sweet and gentle. They are soft natured and very smart.

Grooming

Cocker Spaniels need regular intensive grooming sessions. They have long hair that can get tangled easily. They need to be brushed everyday. They need to be bathed with good shampoo and dried thoroughly.

Child Friendliness

Cocker Spaniels are popular family dogs and are very affectionate and friendly to children.

Poochles India Indicators

Heat Tolerance

45%

Care From Parent

85%

Guarding

45%

Important Things To Keep In Mind

Cocker Spaniels love to play fetching games and also walks. Regular exercises are required to maintain their health.

Some Information About Cocker Spaniels

Cocker Spaniels are soft and gentle dogs that love human companionship. They are friendly and sensitive. There are two breeds: English Cocker Spaniel and the American Cocker Spaniel. The difference between these two are is American variety is smaller , and the english variety dog is much taller. Their coat colors may be black, red or golden.

Cocker Spaniels crave human company and attention. They cannot be left alone for longer periods of time , as they get separation anxiety. They require regular exercise and well suited in a house with lot of people. They are sensitive, hence might not respond to harsh training methods.They are also known as the smallest members of the sporting family dogs.