Cocker Spaniel

Cocker Spaniel has largely relinquished its sporting past to become an enormously popular pet.

Origins: As the ancient spaniel family diversified, its representatives became specialized for different types of work. By the early 19th century there was a group identified as the ‘cockers’ and these were the forbears of today’s breed. The Cocker’s development was centered around Wales and southern England but as more color varieties evolved, adding roans, black and white and red for example to the original black, the Cocker Spaniel gained more widespread admiration. It was once the most popular breed in Britain in the mid 1930’s and is now commonly seen in America.

Temperament: Cheerful, loving and intelligent, Cocker Spaniel makes a perfect companion.

Grooming: The coat needs regular brushing. Regular trimming and inspection of the ears, is to minimize the risk of infections developing there.

Exercise: Originally bred for hunting, the Cocker needs and enjoy plenty of exercise; it’s not suitable breed for busy families or city dwellers.

Physical appearance of Cocker Spaniel

Head: Handsomely chiseled, with a distinct stop at the halfway mark. Muzzle square and nose wide.

Eyes: Dark brown, never pale. Full but not prominent.

Ears: Set level with the eyes.

Body: Very strong and compact. Top line sloping gradually towards the tail.

Legs: Forelegs are straight, well-boned, while hind legs are stifles and well bent. Thickly padded feet.

Coat: Silky and flat, with some feathering. Colors vary in many tones.

Tail: Carried level and docked.

Height: 38 to 41 cm / 15 to 16 in

Weight: 13 to 15 kg / 28 to 32 lb