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This fascinating DVD features expert information from: Sandi Marrison, a Kennel Club Registered Breeder, Bryan Pooley, a vet with 40 years experience and Claire Arrowsmith, an animal behaviourist. Through their sound, professional advice viewers will gain an in-depth understanding of this wonderful breed.
They'll take you step-by-step through all the stages of Cocker ownership,including; what to look for in a breeder, choosing the right puppy from a litter, puppy-proofing your home, transporting your Cocker, what to do when you get home, toilet training, puppy's first visit to the vet, exercise routines, the importance of socialisation and training, taking your Cocker abroad - in fact everything you need to ensure your Cocker grows into a healthy, happy and much loved addition to your family.
Description: The English Cocker Spaniel is the smallest in the gundog group yet is able to flush out and retrieve game birds from undergrowth. A gentle, popular pet, the English Cocker Spaniel is also called the Merry Cocker because of their energetic, playful, eager to please nature and their unique tail wagging which includes their entire hindquarters. The English Cocker Spaniel is compact, but is bigger than the American Cocker Spaniel
Height: 15 - 16 inches
Weight: 28 - 32 lbs.
Colours of the English Cocker Spaniel: Various; self (pure) colors
Coat: Flat and silky in texture.
Temperament: The English Cocker Spaniel is responsive, affectionate.
With Children: Yes, but children need to be taught to be gentle.
With Pets: Yes, usually gets along well with other pets.
Special Skills: Field sports dog and family pet
Watch-dog: High
Guard-dog: Low
Care and Exercise: Brush and comb your English Cocker Spaniel three times a week to remove dead hair and keep coat shiny and lying flat. Bathe or dry shampoo when necessary. Check ears for grass seeds and signs of infection. Brush and trim hair over the toes and base of the feet. The English Cocker Spaniel enjoys as much exercise as they can receive. Daily walks and free run should be part of their routine as they are a sporting breed.
Training: The English Cocker Spaniel training should be with understanding and consistency as they are a naturally willing dog who quickly understands and will want to do what you want.
Learning Rate: High, Obedience - High, Problem Solving - Medium.
Activity: High
Living Environment: The English Cocker Spaniel can live in an apartment as long as sufficient exercise is provided.
Health Issues: Inherited eye diseases, ear infections
Life Span: 12 - 15 Years
Litter Size: 3 - 8
Country of Origin: Wales
The spaniel family originated in Spain. In the 1800's the spaniels were divided into two groups; springers who's function was to "spring game"; and cockers named for their ability to flush and retrieve birds from dense undergrowth. The English cocker spaniel descends from the cocker dogs developed in Wales and southwest England.