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Cocker Spaniel
A merry gundog with long silky ears, bred to flush birds from cover.
♥ Swipe on the Cocker SpanielQuick facts
- Origin
- England
- Size
- Small
- Energy
- Medium
- Bred for
- Flushing woodcock
- Lifespan
- 12–15 years
- Temperament
- Cheerful, gentle, busy
- Exercise
- 60 min/day
- Grooming
- High
- Shedding
- Medium
- Training
- Easy
- With children
- Great
- Apartment
- Maybe
Where the Cocker Spaniel comes from
Cocker Spaniels were used in England to flush woodcock from cover, which gave them their name. The American and English types later separated.
Personality and daily life
Cheerful, gentle and eager to please. They are sensitive and wag their whole body, but can suffer from separation anxiety.
Cocker Spaniels are happy, wag-all-over dogs. Their long ears and coat need regular cleaning and brushing.
Exercise, grooming and health
An hour of exercise suits most. The long coat and ears need regular brushing and cleaning. Ear infections, eye problems and hip dysplasia occur.
Is a Cocker Spaniel right for you?
Families and active owners who enjoy grooming. Good with children.
- Great with children
- Easy to train, good for beginners
- Needs regular grooming
Similar breeds
Profiles are general guides. Individual dogs vary, so always meet the dog and talk to a breeder, shelter or vet.