What conditions are cocker Spaniels prone to?
Common health problems in Cocker Spaniels
- Hip dysplasia – where the hip joint doesn’t fit together perfectly, which will eventually lead to arthritis.
- Atopy – allergies causing itchy skin and ear infections.
- Ear problems.
- Eye problems, including inherited conditions which there is BVA/KC testing for.
How long will a cocker spaniel be with you?
Your Cocker Spaniel may be as fit as a butcher’s dog, and that’s great, but there’s no guarantee he’ll always be so fit and healthy. He’s likely to be with you for between 10 – 12 wonderful years and many do live longer, up to 15 years, especially where they’ve lived a healthy lifestyle!
Why does my Cocker Spaniel keep gaining weight?
An illness may cause your dog to put on or to lose weight. So if your dog loses (or gains) weight and there’s no obvious reason for this loss or gain, I strongly recommend you take your pet to see his vet and play it safe! Neutering dogs can also have an impact on your Cocker Spaniel’s weight because neutered pets no longer need as many calories.
Can a cocker spaniel have a food allergy?
Food Allergies: Quite a few cocker spaniels have food allergies. They show allergy symptoms all year, with itchy skin, ear infections, and digestive issues. To find out which food item (s) your dog is allergic to, you need to do something called an “elimination diet”.
What should I do if my Cocker Spaniel has a health problem?
Unfortunately, it’s not possible to screen or carry out generic testing for every Cocker Spaniel health problem, but if you’d like to see a glossary of tests that are available, simply follow this link to the Kennel Club. To keep your Cocker Spaniel healthy, make sure he has a nutritious, fully-balanced diet, and lots of regular exercise.
Your Cocker Spaniel may be as fit as a butcher’s dog, and that’s great, but there’s no guarantee he’ll always be so fit and healthy. He’s likely to be with you for between 10 – 12 wonderful years and many do live longer, up to 15 years, especially where they’ve lived a healthy lifestyle!
Why are Cocker Spaniels more aggressive than other dogs?
Cocker spaniels may be genetically more prone to aggression, but much of a dog’s temperament is determined by environment. Because they are small dogs, owners are less likely to notice the early signs of aggression in cocker spaniels, and may even reward it by comforting or petting a dog who is behaving badly.
Is there a cure for aggression in Cocker Spaniels?
However, each dog is an individual, and aggression is a highly preventable behavior problem. While it’s easier to prevent aggression than treat it, even the most aggressive dogs can usually learn gentle ways. Cocker spaniels may be genetically more prone to aggression, but much of a dog’s temperament is determined by environment.
How old is Oreo the cocker spaniel limping?
Oreo is an 11 year old male and has been a very active loving dog and his health as been excellent up to now. One day we noticed he seemed to be limping and on another day he was unable to jump up or climb up the stairs. Now he has trouble getting up and seems to be in pain when he walks and we are planning on taking him to the vet tomorrow.