Cocker Spaniel (English)

The wagging tail can cheer almost any gloomy day

22-23 Inches*

In Kg*
11-15

Origin: England

Group: Gundog

Origin of Name:

The Cocker Spaniel English was bred to be a gun dog and was a type of land spaniel in the 19th century. They were bred to hunt for wood cock. Hence, they get their name from the birds they use to hunt.

Size
Efforts
Shedding

Medium
Regular Grooming, Regular Exercise & Veterinary Attention
Negligible Hair Everywhere

Monthly keeping cost
- Premium*
- Standard*

4,088
2,822

Breed Info
Maintenance & Effort
Hair & Coat
Health
Behavior
Breeding
Appearance

Cocker Spaniel (English) Dog Breed Information

Life Span*
13 to 14 years

Getting a puppy home*
Pocket Friendly *

Popularity
Star Superstar

Availability
Rare Easy to get

Introduction

The English Cocker Spaniel comes from probably one of the largest group of dog. The first thing that you will notice about these adorable breed is their continuous wagging tail. They are known for that, they have been labeled by many as merry breeds. The English Cocker Spaniel is one of the most energetic and lively dogs in the genre.

If you want a medium breed dog with lustrous coat then the English Cocker Spaniel is the perfect breed for you. If you have kids in your home then be rest assured that this will be one of the most adorable breeds to bring home. They attach with the family or an individual easily. You will not be able to ignore the floppy ears for this breed, the coy eyes and the lustrous coat makes them fun to keep in. Cocker Spaniel gets their name from hunting woodcocks, which is a type of gamebird. Their mass appeal can be gauged with the Disney movie ‘Lady and the Tramp’. In this original movie the protagonist was an adorable tan English Cocker Spaniel.

History

In earlier times, the Cocker and Springer Spaniels were developed together and it was not till 1892 that the Kennel Club of England recognized them as separate breeds. After this there was no difference in the English and the American Cocker Spaniel.

It was in 1946 the interbreeding of English and American Cocker Spaniel was officially discouraged and the English and American Cocker Spaniel were rendered as separate breeds. The English cocker is more popular breed around the world. The origin of this breed can be traced to 14thcentury Spain though.

Unique Aspects

The English Cocker Spaniel is always eager to please their owners or pet parents. This pleasing nature makes them fun. Your English Cocker Spaniel puppy or an adult dog will be a perfect working dog. This breed is extremely trainable so will do what you want it do. They are not afraid of hard work and fare well in outdoor activities.

The other unique aspect of this dog is that it will let you know when someone reaches your home but are poor guard dogs. Their merry nature will see them wagging tails towards a burglar as well.If you have a puppy then we suggest that you get him to socialize at an early stage as this will ensure that he or she becomes the perfect adult dog.

They are extremely agile dogs and love the excitement associated with one’s walk and hours of playtime. So, if you are one of those people who love a morning or evening jog or just want to indulge in physical exercise. Then this is the perfect breed for you. The only thing that you have to keep in mind is to get special cocker bowls for your pet to ensure that its floppy ears do not touch its food or water.

Fun Trivia

English Cocker Spaniel is a very famous breed when it comes to being pets but it is surprising that this intelligent and handsome breed has not been a part of many movies.

Movie Character

We could not find many movies featuring a Cocker Spaniel though we will be updating the space as soon as we find some. They have featured in Lady and the Tramp and 3rd Man in Hollywood. They were part of the Hindi soap opera Chanchan on Sony TV.

Celebrity English Cocker Spaniel owners

When it comes to celebrities England has one of the most celebrated English Cocker Spaniels. Kate Middleton owns a rescued spaniel and Elton John is always seen with one. Closer home this adorable and merry breed is owned by Priyanka Chopra and cricketer Yuvraj Singh.

Vital Stats:

Dog Breed Group: Gun Dogs

Height: 15-18 Inches

Weight: 11-15 Kg

Life Span: 13 to 14 years

Pros

- Small size makes them perfect for apartment living
- Always ready to play with their wagging tails
- Intelligent breed and is easy to train

Cons

- Grooming is not easy, will require a lot of time
- Not the perfect lap dog will need exercise

Cocker Spaniel (English) Maintenance & Effort

Grooming

Cocker Spaniels require a lot of attention when it comes to their grooming. The most important is to check its ears on regular basis. Just ensure that the ears do not have any dirt in them. You Cocker will lose its looks if it has untamed and tangled hair. Just remember that you will need to brush this gorgeous dog at least two to three times a week to maintain that lustrous feathery coat.

You should use a slicker brush to ensure that there is no dirt or debris trapped in it’s loose cut. You have to remember that the hair at this breeds tail and feet has to be trimmed every two months. If the coat is trimmed at regular intervals it will ensure smooth and lustrous coat for your dog. If you are planning to buy a Cocker just remember that their grooming will require your regular attention. If you are hard pressed for time then do not consider this breed. They require regular clipping as well, if you cannot do it home then your regular vet can also help you out.

Cocker Spaniel (English) Hair & Coat

Under Coat
Yes

Colour
Blue Roan/Orange roan/Gold/Black/Liver and Tan/Orange and White/Black and Tan

Coat Type
Flat and silky

Hair Length
Short Flowing

Hair Density
Sparse Dense

Cocker Spaniel (English) Health & Care

Veterinarian Visits
Frequent

Prone to Obesity
Yes

Common Health Issues

The English Cocker Spaniel is generally a healthy breed. It likes taking long walks so remember that it will need its regular walks at least 30 minutes everyday.

One of the most common medical problems that you will encounter with your Spaniel will be ear infections. You should check it's ears on regular basis and ensure that all dirt is removed from its ear. The droopy ears can be breeding ground for all microbes that give rise to infection.

A healthy Cocker Spaniels average life is around 12 to 14 years. Though a healthy breed as a whole, they are prone to some health ailments. The most common is progressive retinal atrophy that attacks the retina of the eye in your pet and can lead to partial blindness. This usually starts with night blindness in your pet.

Most of the working dogs are prone to hip dysplasia that is an abnormal growth in the hip bone. It is a common problem with working dogs. To ensure a long and healthy life of your pet regularly check your pets knees, ears, hips and eyes.

Cocker Spaniel (English) Behavior

Guide Dog
No

Affinity to water
Medium

Therapy Dog
Snappy Patient

Temperament with children
Prefer Adults Nanny

Friendliness
Aloof Best Buddy

Guarding Potential
Poor Excellent

Trainability
Headstrong Obedient

Playfullness
Moody Always Ready

Noisy
Mute Woofer

Compatibility with other pets
Intolerant Best Buddies

Compatibility with other dog
Intolerant Best Buddies

Affection
Carefree Doting

Activity Requirement
Couch Potato Energy Bundle

Temperament

The English Cocker Spaniel is an intelligent dog, which is affectionate and gentle with all children. They are great to pet as they listen to their owners. This breed can be considered an average barker so it is perfect for an apartment life style. They are extremely friendly and will even welcome strangers into home with their wagging tails. These pets have a high energy requirement.

So remember that he or she will require a lot of exercise.These adorable lustrous hair dogs though intelligent do not respond well to hard training. These are merry dogs. They are very good watchdogs as they inform the owner of anyone coming into the house but are the worst guard dogs as they become friendly with even a burglar. They are very loyal to the family and can be even protective for it at times.

Environment

The English Cocker Spaniel is a very adaptable dog. They are suitable for all type of living. This breed can easily adapt to apartment living and will flourish if given a house with a yard. The only requirement is regular exercise. They are gundogs so always remember that they were bred to retrieve the hunt for you. You might not use your pet for the same purpose but he or she will still need a run or a 30 minute brisk walk everyday. They adapt well to all weather.

They are absolutely amazing with children and family. They can attach to the family very easily and will love to please you or just participate in a game of catch. This breed will not fare well if you leave him alone in a yard. He does not like being alone. If you leave him for a long time then he might respond by barking or just digging your front yard. The Cocker Spaniel in a hunting gun dog that works well in both wet and dry terrains, it is perfect for game for retrieving as just as its counterpart the Labrador Retriever, it has also been given a soft mouth.

Training & Intelligence

Training your Cocker Spaniel is not very difficult just like the other members of the group. This breed is full of life and loves to please its owner. Thus, making it easy for the owners to train him or her, this breed is a hunter at heart. So, will always want to run and fetch things for you. This makes this breed perfect to play a game of fetch with. Just remember that this super active breed will get bored easily so ensure a lot of exercise and different ways to teach your pet.

The breed in general is very intelligent and can learn various new tricks easily. You can start training your puppy but if your dog has grown then also he can be trained. It is never too late for your Cocker Spaniel to start his training. They are quick learners and can be easily trained with help of treats. If you have a puppy then we suggest that you start with some basic training such as sit. This is a head strong breed so it is advised to start training by the age of 10 to 12 weeks.

Cocker Spaniel (English) Breeding

Litter Size
4 to 6 puppies (approximately)

Complication in Breeding
No

Procreation

English Cocker Spaniel is a very easy breed to manage. You love them for their lustrous coat and those big floppy ears. There are not many complications involved with this energetic and majestic looking breed when it comes to their breeding. The only tough part will be to give up those cute little pooches either up for adoption or sale. An average male and female Cocker Spaniel attains sexual maturity anywhere between six to nine months of age though he or she may be still be too young for breeding. Ideally you should breed after two years of age.

The average litter size for your pug is about two to five puppies per litter. If you are mating your dogs for the first time then you will need the help of a vet or someone who has an experience with this. You can meanwhile look forward to the company of the adorable puppies. The English Cocker Spaniel comes in a variety of colors but the most commonly seen are tan, black, buff, red and golden. They can be combinations of these colors as well.

Puppies

English Cocker Spaniels are merry dogs right from being a puppy till their adulthood. They would always like to please their owners and want some work at all times. When you bring home this little bundle of joy always remember that it will be super active dog. Be ready to run around this little pooch all during the day. The first thing that you will fall in love with is the adorable floppy ears.

One thing has to be kept in mind because of its long and floppy ears your Cocker will need special bowls to eat and drink for as this will ensure that his or her ears are not dipped into food or water. These are called Cocker bowls. You have to feed him in this only all through its life to maintain the general health of your dogs.

Cocker Spaniel (English) Appearance

Wrinkles & Folds
No

Tail Type
Straight

Eyes Shape/Type
Medium

Ear Type
Droopy

Bite
Scissor

Furry
Atheletic Stuff Toy

Cute
Handsome Awe

Body

The first thing that anyone will notice about this excellent gundog is their ever wagging tail. The tail of the cocker is set below level of the back and is usually docked. The skull and the muzzle of your English Cocker Spaniel are of equal length. It has strong jaws and the nose is broad.

They have a broad and deep chest with wide and short lions. This dog has one of the best looking coats. It has a flat lying coat of silky hair that come in solid as well as partial colors. It has feathering on its legs and belly. They have well boned straight forelegs and very muscular hind legs. There adorable ears are long and set low, it hangs close to their head and is covered with long, fine straight or slightly wavy hair.

The English Cocker Spaniels have large brown or hazel eyes which look friendly. He or she will welcome you with all the fervor. Just remember one thing that this breed needs is a lot of exercise as they are prone to weight gain. An average English Cocker Spaniel is around 15.5 inches in height and lives for about 12 to 15 years.

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