Ok, so when you first get home with a spaniel, there are a few things you need to be aware of. Some Cocker Spaniel issues, if you will. Don't get me wrong, they are extremely people-friendly and very happy mingling with humans. But, most dog owners have to go to work, understandably, leaving their pup home alone for hours. Spaniels really don't like to be alone or lonely. They experience what are called separation anxiety attacks. They will become restless and start showing signs of apprehension, and it will become a regular occurrence that you come home to a big mess.