Breed Spotlight.. The Cocker Spaniel

Temperament – cheerful, sweet, sensitive. The cocker spaniel is easily trained and gets along well with children and other pets.
Grooming – Since they have a long coat, these dogs need to be brushed often and shampooed frequently. Cocker Spaniels have beautiful, silky hair which does shed, but not excessively.
Activity Level – a small yard will do, as they require regular exercise.
Size – according to AKC standards, the average Cocker Spaniel will grow between 20-30 pounds.
AKC Breed Standard
The American Spaniel Club
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November 6th, 2007 at 5:32 pm
I have had Cockers nearly my entire life and find them to be happy merry little dogs that try so hard to please. Sweet, friendly and very lovable.