The fun-loving and frolicsome With his wide, dreamy eyes and cheeky demeanour, the Cocker Spaniel is one of the world's most popular breeds. Cockers were bred as hunting dogs, but they've grown in appeal as all-around companions. It's no surprise that the Cocker spent years as America's most popular breed, with those wide, dark eyes, that beautiful smile, and those long, luxurious ears that just beg to be kissed. With a height of 14 to 15 inches, the Cocker is the AKC's smallest sports spaniel. The coat is available in a variety of colours and designs to suit any preference. The robust, substantial physique is well-balanced, and these swift, durable gundogs have a smooth, effortless stride. Cockers are excellent playmates for children and are simple to train as friends and athletes. They're big enough to be sporty, but not too huge to be bulky. A full-coated Cocker compensates extra grooming effort by becoming the most beautiful dog on the street. Playtime and quick walks are two of these lively sporting canines' favourite pastimes.

American Cocker Spaniel Highlights
Breed Size	Medium
Nature	Gentle, Friendly, Playful, Outgoing, Willful
Energy Level	Normal
Intelligence	Medium
Barking Level	Frequent
Coat Length	Long, Medium
Breed Group	Toy
Droll Amount	Low
Good with	Familes, Children, Dog
Feed Level	Medium, High
Colour Type	Black, Tri-color, Tan, White & Buff, Brown, Silver, Red
Other Facts	They Are the Smallest Sporting Breed,A Cocker Spaniel Was the First Cancer-Detecting Dog,Many Celebrities Have Cocker Spaniels,Their Name Comes From the Woodcock.

Dog History

Cocker Spaniels were developed in the United Kingdom as hunting dogs, with the moniker "cocker" referring to their ability to hunt the Eurasian woodcock. The breed was bred to a distinct standard when it arrived in the United States, allowing it to specialise on hunting the American woodcock.

The American Cocker Spaniel is a sport dog breed. It is a spaniel-type dog related to the English Cocker Spaniel; the two breeds separated over the twentieth century due to conflicting breed standards in the United States and the United Kingdom. The breed is known as a Cocker Spaniel in the United States, but it is known as an American Cocker Spaniel everywhere in the globe to distinguish it from its older English relative. The name cocker is considered to come from the breed's roots in England, while spaniel is supposed to come from the breed's origins in Spain.

Health and Care

Although American cocker spaniels are somewhat lively, unlike some other athletic breeds, they do not require hours of daily activity. In this department, their modest stature is an advantage. Walking, fetch games, and other forms of fun should provide at least an hour of exercise every day. Short jogging sessions, trekking, and virtually any activity that allows it to spend time with its favourite humans are all possibilities for your cocker. Consider training for a canine sport like agility or flyball to provide a physical and mental challenge.

If you want to maintain your Cocker's coat long, you'll have to give it a lot of attention. If you're new to the breed, talk to a vet or a professional groomer about proper grooming. Brushing with a comb and then a brush on a regular basis is recommended to remove loose fur and tangles. Mats can readily form if this is not done. You may even go for a shorter puppy cut, which will require less brushing.

Baths are usually necessary every one to two weeks, depending on the length of your dog's coat and how dirty he gets. To avoid skin irritation, fully rinse away the shampoo before drying the coat with a warm but not hot drier.

Cockers are known for being eager to please and responding well to positive training methods. Harsh reprimand might lead this sensitive breed to shut down and fail to learn. Begin by enrolling your dog in puppy training classes to teach him basic obedience and etiquette. This will aid in the prevention of harmful behaviours.

Dog Breed Care Tips and Important Instructions

·         Know your cocker spaniel's personality

·         Socialize your cocker spaniel

·         Make your cocker feel safe

·         Exercise your dog daily

·         Groom your cocker spaniel regularly and often

·         Brush your cocker's hair at home on a regular basis

·         Send your cocker spaniel to a professional groomer

·         Introduce your cockers to groomers early in life

·         Take your cocker spaniel for regular checkups

·         Give your cocker spaniel the right food

·         Make sure the ingredient list for a dog food brand starts with a meat

·         Ignore terms like "natural" or "premium"

·         Avoid foods that are harmful to dogs

·         Feed your cocker spaniel puppy food

·         Look for puppy food when getting food for your young cocker

·         Find dog food specific for your cocker's breed

·         Feed your puppy the right amount

·         Feed your cocker spaniel adult dog food

·         Feed them on a regular schedule

·         Housebreak your cocker spaniel

·         Anticipate when your dog may need to go the bathroom

·         Train your dog to go to the bathroom outside

·         Clean up any accidents quickly

·         Teach your cocker spaniel obedience

Feeding

The ideal choice is to offer them a combination of wet or raw food, such as tripe, and a high-quality dry dog food, such as Eukanuba. It's critical to provide your Cocker spaniel with a diet rich in meat-based protein, such as lamb, chicken, or beef. These components are found in the majority of high-quality dog meals. Feed your dog 3 to 4 times in a day.

Fun Facts

·         They May Have Come to America on the Mayflower

·         They Are the Smallest Sporting Breed

·         Their Name Comes From the Woodcock

·         A Cocker Spaniel Was the First Cancer-Detecting Dog

·         President Nixon's Dog Was a Cocker Spaniel

·         Many Celebrities Have Cocker Spaniels

·         The English and American Varieties Are Different

·         The Dog on the Coppertone Bottle Is a Cocker Spaniel

·         Lady From “Lady and the Tramp” Is a Cocker Spaniel

·         A Cocker Spaniel Inspired Sperrys

Home Training Tips and General Information

The primary premise behind crate training a Cocker Spaniel puppy is that dogs are naturally clean and do not want to pollute their dwelling quarters. When your dog has to go, they will scratch or whine to let you know. Take your dog out as soon as you see these signs.

To begin crate training a Cocker Spaniel puppy, you must first expose them to the crate and establish a good connection with being inside. With blankets, towels, or a dog bed, you may make the box more appealing and homey. Keeping the kennel in a common area of the house can help your dog feel like he or she is still a member of the family.Leave the door open the first time your Cocker Spaniel puppy enters the crate so they may smell about and become used to it. If your dog is resistive, leaving toys or goodies in the crate might assist.

·         You'll want to get your Cocker Spaniel puppy used to being indoors for extended lengths of time once you've introduced him to the crate.

·         Be Consistent When Training a Cocker Spaniel

·         Use Positive Affirmations When Training a Cocker Spaniel

·         Avoid Distractions When Training a Cocker Spaniel

·         Physical Activity & Playtime for Cocker Spaniels

·         Keep Cocker Spaniel Puppy Training Short & Focused

FAQS

American Cocker Spaniel Unique Name

Male Name	Female Name
Champ	Bella
Chester	Blondie
Denver	Bear
Eli	Carly
Johnny	Chance
King	Cleo
Levi	Eva
Norm	Gabby
Odin	Georgia
Otis	Ginger
Pablo	Jessie
Rockwell	Pandora
Rusty	Rosie
Simon	Shadow
Thor	Sissy
Wrigley	Butterscotch
Tiny	Carley
Turbo	Chrissy
Wiggles	Niko
Wiz	Valinto