Cocker Spaniel Breed Information

  Learn about this dog breed including behavior, physical characteristics, origins, history and more.

Cocker Spaniel Breed Information

Learn all about Cocker Spaniel dogs, read about the Cocker Spaniel breed information, find out about the Cocker Spaniel Breed Standard, Cocker Spaniel behavior and more.

The Cocker Spaniel Breed Introduction

The Cocker Spaniel dog breed is a member of the sporting group. It is widely believed that Cocker Spaniels need more medical attention than almost any other breed. The chief medical issue known is the Cocker Spaniel breed's eye problem.

Cocker Spaniel's Behavior

Recommended for: family pet, showdog

The Cocker Spaniel dog breed is characterized as merry, outgoing and very willing to please. Cocker Spaniels are often considered "softer" dogs because they generally do not do well with tough training.

Remember that breed only provides a general clue as to any individual dog's actual behavior. Make sure to get to know dogs well before bringing them into your home.

Cocker Spaniel Physical Characteristics

Here are the characteristics of the Cocker Spaniel breed as determined by the American Kennel Club's published breed standard.

• Size: male: 15 inches; female: 14 inches
• Coat: silky, flat or slightly wavy and of a texture which permits easy care.
• Color: There are three major color varieties: Black Variety, Any Solid Color Other than Black (ASCOB) and Parti-Color Variety.
• Eyes: Eyeballs are round and full.
• Ears: Lobular, long, of fine leather and well feathered.
• Skull: Rounded but not exaggerated
• Muzzle: broad and deep, with square even jaws.
• Nose: well developed nostrils
• Tail: set on and carried on a line with the topline of the back, or slightly higher.

Cocker Spaniel Origins and History

Here are some quick facts on the history of the Cocker Spaniel breed, based on information from Wikipedia.

Country/Region of Origin: United States

Original purpose: For hunting

Name: originally hunted woodcock.

Historical notes: In the United States the Cocker Spaniel is registered under "Cocker Spaniel" while in the United Kingdom it was under "English Cocker Spaniel." Some Cocker Spaniels are still bred for fieldwork to conserve the hunting abilities of this line of the breed, which is otherwise mostly breed for appearance and health.

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