Other Names
Cocker Spaniel

Origin
Great Britain , 1800s.
The English Cocker Spaniel & the American Cocker Spaniel are 2 seperate breeds.

Use Today
Companion, Small Game Retrieving

Life Expectancy
This breed can live as long as 12-14 years of age

Weight & Height
24 to 33 pounds & 15 to 16 inches tall

Known Health Problems
Ear Infections, Eye Conditions, Allergies, Deafness, Familial Nephropathy, Heart Disease, Hip Dysplasia, Luxating Patellas, PRA, Seizures.

Physical Description
Small to medium size, dog. They have a strong, softly contoured head with oval shaped brown eyes and long, low ears. The tail is docked.

Temperament
Obedient, gentle and great with children. The enlish cocker spaniel usually does well with other pets

Living Conditions
Will do ok in apartment

Grooming
Brush this dog at least once a week to keep the coat from becoming matted

Exercise
Exercise daily. The english cocker spaniel is very active and does need to be sufficiently exercised.

Coat Texture
Medium length, silky coat is straight or wavy. The ears, tail and legs are feathered

Coat Colors
Varitey of coat colors

Puppies
3-8 pups per litter. Training should start early with this breed.

Recognition
Continental Kennel Club
American Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
American Pet Registry
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
Canadian Kennel Club
National Kennel Club