Sweet, intelligent and cheerful, Cocker Spaniels are great family dogs. Here’s what you need to know about this gentle breed.
Though considered a medium sized breed, Cocker Spaniel dogs are known as the smallest member of the Sporting Group. These playful, athletic pups can be trained to hunt or spend their days as companions to kids, other pets or the whole family.
No matter the lifestyle of your Cocker Spaniel, he or she will face it with a smile.
Why We Love the Cocker Spaniel Breed
- Cocker Spaniels are extremely even-tempered. This breed loves all and typically goes with the flow.
- These guys are adorable! Cocker Spaniels have flowy hair, long floppy ears and huge happy eyes.
- Cocker Spaniel puppies are easy to train and are adaptable to many activities such as hunting, playing, exercising or just relaxing.
Things to Consider
- That gorgeous silky coat requires weekly grooming. Not to mention, their large ears and eyes need regular check ups.
- The Cocker Spaniel breed doesn’t just have silky hair, they have a lot of it—and it will end up on your clothing and furniture.
- These pooches love their families so much that they can be upset when left alone. They might panic when lonely and bark, whine or chew.
