American Cocker Spaniel
American Cocker Spaniel Facts
| Size : |
Small |
| Training Required : |
High |
| Grooming Required : |
High |
| Shedding : |
Medium |
| Exercise Required : |
Daily walk |
| Energy Level : |
Medium |
| Protection Level : |
Medium, will bark |
| Good with Children : |
Yes, especially when raised with them |
| Health Issues : |
OFA, CERF, luxating patella screening |
Weight :
15 - 30 pounds (7 - 14 kg)
Height :
Male 15 1/2 inches (38 cm.) Female 14 1/2 inches (36.8 cm.)
Color :
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Temperament :
Their temperament is typically joyful, trusting, and intelligent. The ideal Cocker temperament is merry, outgoing, and eager to please everyone. They are good with children and usually sociable and gental with other pets.
Grooming :
American Cocker Spaniels are labor intensive dogs and need a thorough grooming every day. They need bathing quite often to clean their skin and minimize odor. Their ears require careful attention as airflow is restricted and ear infections often occur
Exercise :
American Cockers have plenty of stamina and need regular exercise.
Life Expectancy :
About 12 - 15 years
Litter Size :
Average 5 puppies
Origin :
United States