Main Index
In Store
Our Web Store
Miniature Schnauzer Picture Gallery
Latest Dog Blogs
- What Are The Basic Commands To Train A Dog?
- PaySafe As The Most Popular Type Of Deposit
- Everything You Need To Know About Pet Sales
- Dogs Contribute To Our Physical And Mental Well Being
- How To Choose Where To Bet On Greyhounds In 2022
- Volunteer With Animals - How To Help Dogs Around The World
- Basic Understanding Of The House Edge
- Why You Should Get A Dog
- Top 20 Popular Dog Names Around The World
- Constipation in Dogs and How to Find Solutions
All About American Cocker Spaniels
- 25/10/2010
The American Cocker Spaniel is the smallest sporting spaniel in the American Kennel Club and one of the most admired in the country. In 2007, the Cocker Spaniel ranked as the 17th most popular type of dog in the United States, out of 157 total breeds. Although the American Cocker Spaniel is a fairly recently developed breed, spaniels are one of the oldest types of dogs, with references to the Cocker found in Chaucer's and Shakespeare's literature. Cocker spaniels were specifically bred around the 1890's and the word cocker refers to the tendency to use this kind of spaniel while hunting woodcocks. The American subdivision of the breed began around the 1930's, as dog fanciers began noticing the differences of the breeds in conformation shows. About 15 years later, a formal division was made between the English and American Cocker Spaniels.
Physically, this dog is appealing as both a house pet and working canine. Dark, expressive eyes compose one of the breed's signature traits and highlight its lively, friendly temperament. Cockers weigh about 18-28 pounds and are split in three different color varieties in conformation shows. Black, ASCOB (Any Solid Color other than Black), and parti-colors are the acceptable coat colors of the breed. Black includes solid black and black and tans while ASCOB includes solids ranging from silver to dark cream to deep red. Parti-color cockers include dogs that have an approved color plus any large area of white. Although other coat colors do exist, such as merle, they remain a source of controversy and are usually indicative of the inclusion of other breeds.
Temperamentally, the American Cocker Spaniel is a friendly, joyous, and trusting breed, making them a good choice as a family pet. They are eager to please which aids in training for both obedience and hunting purposes. They are typically good with children and other pets, even though they are of hunting origins. Because of their soft demeanor, harsh punishments are not recommended.
The American Cocker Spaniel is a healthy breed although they are susceptible to a number of health problems. It is important to buy your dog from a responsible breeder who screens for known health issues such as ear infections, progressive retinal atrophy, glaucoma, and cataracts. Additional physical concerns that buyers need to be aware of include hip dysplasia and luxating patellas.
Caring for a new pet is an exciting time. It is important to educate yourself as much as possible in order to provide the best home possible for your Cocker Spaniel. If you are interested in learning more, this pet responsibility website can provide useful information.
Please Help Us
IrishDogs.ie takes a lot of time, money and hard work to produce. But we do it because we believe our perspective matters because it might well be your perspective, too.
Our future could be much more secure with your help. Please SUPPORT us by clicking on the Donate Button at the Top Right of your screen.
Quick Search
Donate
Latest Dog Pods
- Tips on How to Stop Your Dog from Biting
- Beware - Not All Advertised Dog Rescues Really Are! How Can You Know The Truth?
- Helpful Tips For Dog Obedience Problems
- How to Keep Dogs From Eating Poop
- Dog Grooming Tips - A General Overview of the Very Basics of Dog Grooming
- Recognising Different Types of Dog Obedience Problems
- 5 Important Tips On Feeding A Puppy