English Cocker Spaniel

2021-04-12T02:22:05+01:00

A little bit of history

This breed is considered to be the oldest hunting dogs. The name of the breed takes its roots in Spain. They became popular in 19th century, in England, all Cockers were considered as one breed and the same species. And only after that, they were divided into 2 categories: 25 pounds and more than 25 pounds.

In 1893, Cocker was reconized as independent breed. The standard was approved in 1902. Nowadays, these dogs are very popular everywhere.

Characteristics of appearance

Height at the withers: dogs – 39…40 cm, lady-dogs – 38…39 cm. Weight average is 12 kg.

Head is large and well-rounded. The change from forehead to muzzle is clearly defined. Jaws are strong and square, the muzzle is broad. Nasal planum may have 2 colours: black or brown and also broad. Eyes are small, round and of dark colour. Ears are thin and long and are high set. Ears are completely covered with silky, long and thick hair. Corpus is muscular and not very large. Neck is strong and long. Chest is broad and deep.

Fore legs are strong and straight, firm and parallel; hind legs are with thick and sturdy thighs. Feet are small and round, fingers are clasped.

Tail is high set and always in motion. You must cut the tail short to such length that it isn’t too short or too long. Hair is silky, long and may be straight or curly. Dog-fanciers conceive that curly hair is a disadvantage. The longest hair is on ears, chest, legs and on the rest of the body it is of medium length.

The color can be different but without big white spots.

Taking care of the dog

Care of the dog must be thorough. You should comb its hair every day using a hairbrush or a comb with rare and large tines. If you don’t do that there will be a mat of hair. From time to time you have to expose a dog trimming. And it would be better if the expert does it. Improperly plucked hair will ruin all dog’s hair. Bathe the dog when it’s necessary. Every three days examine eyes and teeth, clean ears. Cut nails when it’s necessary. Tie ears when the dog eats liquid ears. They disturb the dog and become dirty. The walk should be long with reasonable exercises.