American Cocker Spaniel Breed Information

American Cocker Spaniel

Weight:

15 - 30 pounds (7 - 14 kg)

Height:

Dogs 15 1/2 inches (38 cm.) Bitches 14 1/2 inches (36.8 cm.)

Color:

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Temperament:

Their temperament is typically joyful, trusting, and intelligent. The ideal Cocker temperament is merry, outgoing, and eager to please everyone. They are good with children and usually sociable and gental with other pets.

Grooming:

American Cocker Spaniels are labor intensive dogs and need a thorough grooming every day. They need bathing quite often to clean their skin and minimize odor. Their ears require careful attention as airflow is restricted and ear infections often occur

Training:

The American Cocker is an intelligent dog. Being eager to please and very adaptable they are easy to train for field work, showing or companionship

Exercise:

American Cockers have plenty of stamina and need regular exercise.

Life Expectancy:

about 12 - 15 years

Litter Size:

average 5 puppies

Country of origin:

United States

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