Breed Group:Sporting Group
Coat Color(s):Many varieties; black, black with tan points, parti-color, tan points, and any other solid color(the two pictured above would fall into the ASCOB category, or any other solid color other than black, they are buff)
Coat Type: Long, silky, must be groomed at least twice a week and clipped professionally one a month or so
Size: 14-15 inches
Weight: 15-30 lbs
Exercise: Require regular exercise, one long daily walk is the minimum as these are sporting dogs
Temperament: Trusting, Sensitive, Gentle, Playful, Eager to please
Trainability: Easy to train with a soft approach
Average Lifespan: 12-15 years
Common Health Problems:
Cataract, Cleft lip/palate, Cranioschisi, Distichiasis, Hip dysplasia, Glaucoma, Luxating patellar, Hemolytic anemia, Progressive retinal atrophy, Ear and eye infection
Size: 14-15 inches
Weight: 15-30 lbs
Exercise: Require regular exercise, one long daily walk is the minimum as these are sporting dogs
Temperament: Trusting, Sensitive, Gentle, Playful, Eager to please
Trainability: Easy to train with a soft approach
Average Lifespan: 12-15 years
Common Health Problems:
Cataract, Cleft lip/palate, Cranioschisi, Distichiasis, Hip dysplasia, Glaucoma, Luxating patellar, Hemolytic anemia, Progressive retinal atrophy, Ear and eye infection
You must be wondering why I, mutt-enthusiast extraordinaire, am writing about an actual breed of dog. My family is looking into a cocker spaniel mix, that is why. Also, for those of you also looking for a cocker, the two gorgeous pups pictured above are available for adoption in the Midwest.
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