English Cocker Spaniel

Daddy (Ken Trenholm)

Oct 25 |21:32
Last Updated on Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:38
E N G L I S H  C O C K E R  S P A N I E L ~ H I G H L I G H T S

Breed Name
English Cocker Spaniel
Rank (out of 136 breeds)
001
Personality Snapshot
Hardy, energetic, merry and lovable, sweet and affectionate. Lively. Great dog for kids, gentle and playful, but does not tolerate teasing well. Superior companion dog. Generally an outgoing breed, but some individuals can be reserved. Temperament varies widely; research individual lines.


Breed NameEnglish Cocker Spaniel
Rank (out of 136 breeds)001
Points (out of 100)92
Dog Group TypeGundog
DominanceVery Low
Obedience (Ease of Training)Great
AffectionVery High
Good with Kids (Source 1)Excellent
Good With Kids (Source 2)Excellent
Friendly with Other DogsAwesome
Friendly with Family PetsAwesome
Friendly with StrangersGreat
Dog Bite Free RatingExcellent
Bark Over Bite RatingGood
Bark Crazy (likelihood to bark for little reason)3 out of 10
Watch Dog AbilityGreat
Guard Dog AbilityNot Good
SizeMedium
Exercise RequirementsModerate
Jog Companion AbilityGood
Level of SheddingAverage
Level of TrimmingSkilled
Overall Level of Grooming RequiredModerate
Life Span12 to 15 years of age

You are more than welcome to obtain additional information on the ranking system used by our family and where we got our information. Please note that the above scores are based on the traits (or instincts) of a particular breed and that it is important to get to know your prospective dog before making your decision to bring a English Cocker Spaniel into your family. This is a decision you will have to live with for 12 to 15 years of age as English Cocker Spaniel pups can live between 12 to 15 years of age.

My Life as a English Cocker Spaniel
Hardy, energetic, merry and lovable, sweet and affectionate. Lively. Great dog for kids, gentle and playful, but does not tolerate teasing well. Superior companion dog. Generally an outgoing breed, but some individuals can be reserved. Temperament varies widely; research individual lines.

Home Environment
Will be OK in an apartment if sufficiently exercised. Best with at least an average-size yard.

English Cocker Spaniel Inherited Diseases
The following information is a direct link to the Canine Inherited Disorders Database, a project of the Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island. This information lists inherited diseases which are more commonly reported in the English Cocker Spaniel

English Cocker Spaniel Wiki

Where to buy a English Cocker Spaniel : A Directory and Review
We are happy to provide a Breeder Directory and Pet Store Directory that offers breeders and pet stores an opportunity to promote their care and available dogs. We are equally pleased that we offer customers of these breeders / pet stores a way to vote, recommend, and rank each listing. To our knowledge, this is the first site to offer do this. So, begin your search for a English Cocker Spaniel as a new member to your family the smart way.

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Name of Breeder City Province/State Country Rating (out of 5) Votes Hits
Bailynn English CockersWhitefishOntarioCanada0.000000042
Cedarstone KennelNorth GowerOntarioCanada0.000000052
Lamplighter Kennels C.K.C. Reg'd.MonctonNew BrunswickCanada0.0000000101
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