What to look for when buying a cocker spaniel?
Look for puppies that are calm, but also curious and friendly. As a breed, Cocker Spaniels are enthusiastic, agreeable, and affectionate, so these qualities should be evident the puppies you interact with.
What’s the average life span of a cocker spaniel?
The average lifespan of Cocker spaniels is from 12 to 15 years. Unfortunately, Cocker spaniels are susceptible to certain health problems, as listed below. Cocker spaniels are prone to numerous eye problems.
What kind of eye problems does a cocker spaniel have?
Common eye problems that tend to affect cocker spaniels include: Cherry Eye Dry Eye Other Eye Problems (such as entropion, ectropion, and distichiasis)
How often does the Cocker Spaniel Club have field trials?
Cockers which have been specially bred for work make the most competitive dogs, if properly trained. They tend to be more energetic and lively than most Cockers bred as pets and for showing. The Cocker Spaniel Club runs two or three Field Trials a year.
What makes a cocker spaniel different from a show dog?
Working Cockers tend to have flatter skulls and higher set, shorter ears compared to the show type dog with his more domed skull and long, lower set ears. Another big physical difference is in the coat.
How long can I expect my Cocker Spaniel to live?
One of our cocker spaniels recently lived to 16 but in his last year his health worsened with dementia and after several months of elder care we made the difficult call ….13 was a good year for our little guy. I wish the same for you and yours.
What’s the difference between an English Cocker and an American Cocker Spaniel?
American Cocker Spaniels are smaller with a slightly smaller head and shorter nose than English Cocker Spaniels. Both Cockers originated as hunting dogs, but over the years, the American Cocker has become primarily a pet while the English Cocker has remained a hunting dog.
What kind of skin problems does a cocker spaniel have?
Primary Seborrhea: Cockers are also susceptible to primary seborrhea, which is a heredictary skin problem. Signs include greasy hair, red, itchy inflamed skin, and sometimes ear infections.
What are the symptoms of AIHA in Cocker Spaniels?
The condition of AIHA may be mild and hardly noticeable, or it may be sudden in onset and severe. Symptoms of AIHA are usually vague and indistinct, such as poor appetite, weakness, listlessness, and lethargy. The dog may have a rapid heartbeat and rapid breathing.