Also known as: "Cocker Spaniel", "Cocker", "Merry Cocker"
Breed Overview
The English Cocker Spaniel is a Medium dog breed, with a starting weight of 26 lbs that can reach 34 lbs. It is officially part of the Sporting group and recognized by the CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR. Some critical information for potential owners. The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a typical lifespan of 12 to 15 years, Medium, Short hair, and have Moderate shedding. Breeders interested in the English Cocker Spaniel should know that the average litter size is between 1 to 4 puppies.
Doggie Vitals
| Lifespan: 12-15 years |
Height: 15-17" |
Shedding: Moderate |
Litter Size: 1-4 pups |
| Group: Sporting |
Weight: 26-34 lbs |
Hair Length: Medium, Short |
Size: Medium |
English Cocker Spaniel Breed Characteristics
| Group |
Sporting |
Drooler |
no |
| Size |
Medium |
Guard Dog |
no |
| Origin |
England |
Easy to Train |
|
| Kid Friendly |
yes |
Hypoallergenic |
no |
| Stranger Friendly |
yes |
Active Indoors |
|
| Apartment Friendly |
yes |
Exercise Demands |
no |
| Pet Friendly |
yes |
Yard Needs |
medium |
| Intelligent |
|
Grooming Requirements |
weekly |
| Barks |
average |
Dangerous |
no |
English Cocker Spaniel Temperament
Merry and lovable, the English Cocker Spaniel is excellent with children but intolerant of teasing. English Cocker Spaniels are friendly with everyone and are obedient of orders.
Health Problems
ear infections. Their ears should be cleaned regularly to ensure they are not host to ticks or burrs which can cause deafness.
English Cocker Spaniel Coat
English Cocker Spaniel Dog Colors
black, red, liver, golden, black and tan, and parti-colored (open-marked with white, or roaned in blue, liver, red, orange or lemon, some with tan points as well)
Recognized By
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR