Nickname        : Hunter of Woodcock Pigeons

Breed Origins : England ( 1800’s )

Breed usage    : Hunting Small Game

Dog Weight     : 26 - 34 Pounds

Dog Height      : 15 to 17 inches to the shoulder

History
English Cocker Spaniel comes from England and was bred originally to hunt small game. It’s origins can be dated back to the 1800’s. The English Cocker Spaniel is also known by the other name of Cocker Spaniel. This dog is classified as one of the Sporting Dog Group. The English Cocker Spaniel was first Registered by the AKC (American Kennel Club) in 1878.
The word spaniel comes from the word “Espagnol” which means Spanish from where all of the Spaniel breeds hold their origins. The word “Cocker” relates to the breeds heritage and its use of hunting Woodcock pigeons.

Dogs in the Sporting group, which include the English Cocker Spaniel, can be divided into three main categories - Retrievers, Pointers and Setters. These dogs were bred primarily to work with people to hunt game birds. Some of these dogs work in water whilst other dogs are more suited to work on land and many of the dogs in the Sporting dog category are comfortable and capable of working in either land or water environments. Sporting dogs, including the English Cocker Spaniel, are particularly suited to wood and field activities. The Retriever, Pointer and Setter dogs and their main functionalities are as follows:

• The Retriever dog - Retriever dogs find and return killed game to the hunter. Some Retrievers are especially equipped, for instance with a water-repellent coat and webbed feet, for retrieving downed waterfowl.
• The Pointer dog - Pointer dogs stand in front of their quarry, with their nose and body rigidly still , thus directing (or pointing) the hunter to its location.
• The Setter dog - Setter dogs were originally trained to set, or crouch, in front of game preventing the escape of the quarry. The hunter would make the capture with a net.

All Information and Tips About This Dog :

• Coat and Colours information
  The English Cocker Spaniel’s coat comes in a variety of shades. The coat is normally flat and silky.

• Health information - potential problems
  Resolving dog health problems, including those of the English Cocker Spaniel, can prove to be costly and it would be wise to consider the benefits of obtaining dog health insurance. Common health problems and questions occur in relation to the Bones, Joints, Muscles, Nerves, Ears, Eyes, Teeth and the Mouth. Other, more serious, issues can relate to the Digestive System, Heart & Respiratory Systems, Immune & Blood Systems, Reproduction and Urinary Systems. Potential health problems of the English Cocker Spaniel can include:
  • Eye Infections, cataracts and glaucoma
  • Ear Infections
  • The life expectancy for this particular breed is 12 – 14 years.

• Grooming and Care
  English Cocker Spaniel requires weekly care and grooming. Grooming consists of not only brushing out the coat and bathing but also giving attention to the eyes, teeth, ears, feet and nails. A regular routine also ensures that any potential health problems are identified as quickly as possible.