Cocker Spaniel

Equable in temperament with no suggestion of timidity.

Although he enjoys a romp, the Cocker can receive adequate exercise with a long daily walk on leash. The coat of the Cocker requires a greater commitment than that of most breeds, although pets can be clipped short. In order to maintain a nice coat, he will need to be brushed and combed two to three times a week, in addition to professional clipping and scissoring every two to three months. Special attention must be paid to ear and eye cleanliness in this breed. The profusely coated feet tend to carry debris. The Cocker is not mentally able to live outside; this is such a social dog that to banish him outdoors would not be acceptable. Cockers have a tendency to become overweight.

The Cocker Spaniel is recommended for a home with at least a small yard, but can do well in an apartment if they receive the proper exercise. This is a fairly active breed and does require 3 walks per day, unless able to roam free in a fenced back yard for exercise.

Grooming and exercise.

This breed has a long and flat or wavy coat that requires daily brushing. This breed requires grooming on a daily basis if hair is to stay long. Eyes should be cleaned daily to remove any tear stains. Trimming is necessary. Ears must be cleaned regularly to avoid ear infections.

The training of this dog is done easily because it is sensitive to the tone of the voice, it is intelligent and eager to make pleasure to the master. With a gentle, loving approach, good results can be obtained.

The grooming of the fur of this dog is very important, it needs the time and financial possibilities for visits to a beauty saloon. Who doesn't afford this thing, it is not recommended to take a specimens from this breed. The fur must be combed and brushed daily and trimmed a couple of times a year in a specializedbeauty saloon. Unfortunately, this breed has approximate like 25 congenital affections recognized. It is recommended an examination to a doctor in the first weeks of the life.

Beware - Cocker Spaniels are a very popular breed, and many inferior animals are sold. Don't buy a Cocker from a puppy mill! These dogs can have very poor health and temperaments. Buy only from a reputable source. Can be difficult to housebreak. Prone to