Cocker Spaniel Information"All You Need To Know About The Cocker Spaniel!" An Introduction To The Cocker Spaniel Breed The Cocker Spaniel information offered here is written to help prospective Cocker Spaniel puppy owners make an informed decision about the Cocker breed. Cocker Spaniel puppies are so cute and choosing a puppy, or choosing a dog, can be very easy, especially if you allow your heart to rule your head! Who could resist? However, before you choose your puppy it's advisable to learn all you can about the breed, and learn what to look for, to ensure you choose a healthy puppy with the correct temperament for you and your family. Our aim is to give you enough Cocker Spaniel information so that you have a firm grounding in the world of Cocker Spaniels. And, if you're not too confident that the Cocker is the right breed for you, (and how could that possibly be?) we hope to convince you otherwise! The topics listed below are covered in outline only on this page. We recommend you follow the relevant links to pages with more in-depth Cocker Spaniel information on each subject:
The Origins and History of Cocker Spaniels
If you're planning to buy a Cocker Spaniel puppy, or even if you already own one, how much do you really know about their background? Where did the Cocker Spaniel breed originate? How were they used in hunting? To help answer these questions, an outline of the history of Cocker Spaniels is given here. Cocker Spaniel Information - Characteristics The Cocker Spaniel is a very handsome dog, with its luxuriously glossy, silky coat and typically long, floppy Cocker Spaniel ears. When they look up at you with their beautiful soulful eyes, who could possibly resist them? Their little tails, or long tails for those who've not had theirs docked, are constantly wagging! Cocker Spaniel characteristics are so very appealing, follow the link to learn more. Cocker Spaniel Information - Temperament
Once you've owned a Cocker, you won't want to own any other breed of dog! Cockers are an exceptional breed - equally happy as working gundogs, as affectionate companions, or as family pets; and they're especially good with children of all ages. Cocker Spaniels are also very intelligent, which makes them easy to train. If you'd like to learn more about the wonderful Cocker Spaniel temperament simply follow the link. Cocker Spaniel Information - Coat Colours Cocker Spaniels come in lots of beautiful solid colours such as, golden, chocolate (liver), or black, and parti-colours for example, black and white, and then there are Cocker Spaniels with beautiful roan markings. Learn more about the Cocker Spaniel Colours. Cocker Spaniel Information - Health Concerns Where Cocker Spaniel health is concerned, there are some conditions which are hereditary in Cockers and some that are simply ailments common to most breeds of dog. Whilst most of the hereditary health problems are gradually being bred out by responsible cocker spaniel breeders, health problems in Cockers do still exist. If you own, or are planning to own a Cocker Spaniel, not only should you be aware of canine health in general, you should also be aware of all health concerns specific to the Cocker Spaniel breed. If you'd like more Cocker Spaniel info about health concerns in the Cocker Spaniel just follow the link.  Other Spaniel Breeds There are many other Spaniel breeds to learn about, including the American Cocker Spaniel, the Clumber Spaniel, the Irish Water Spaniel, the Field Spaniel, and so on. Some of these breeds look very different from the 'typical' Spaniel, but all are very special in their own different way. Some are some more pleasing on the eye than others, and some more suited to a certain terrain, and a few make better hunting dogs than family pets. Follow this link for a brief description and photograph of a range of Spaniel breeds. Other Types Of Dog Breed After reading our Cocker Spaniel information pages you're still not convinced that the Cocker is the right breed for you (and we find that hard to believe!) why not take a look at our dog breeds page.
Alternatively, you may find our article on choosing a puppy helpful too! Now that you know what to look for when choosing a puppy, what about looking for a breeder - where do you begin? We can help you there too because we've compiled a comprehensive directory of Cocker Spaniel breeders to help you find one local to you. We hope you enjoy browsing the Cocker Spaniel information pages, and wish you every success in finding the perfect breed for you! Cocker Spaniel Information Page We hope our Cocker Spaniel information page with its relevant links, have given you an insight into the English Cocker Spaniel's origins and history, and have explained enough to make you feel a little more confident about the different Spaniel breeds. However, if you'd like more information on the Cocker Spaniel breed just follow the link. If you haven't yet chosen your Cocker Spaniel puppy, why not take a look at our article on All You Need To Know About Buying Puppies
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The Cocker Spaniel breed has been with us for many years, either as willing gundogs, faithful companions, or as loving family pets. 
The Cocker Spaniel temperament is very gentle and loving.
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