Description of the breed.
English Cocker Spaniel should weigh about 13 - 14.5 kg. The growth of the bitch is 38 - 39.5 cm, and the male is 39.5 - 40.5 cm. The head shape is elongated, not wide. Eyes - dark and erect, have an oval shape. The nose is wide - this breed has an acute flair. The ears are planted low, they are thin, long and hanging. The neck is muscular, without folds and has an average length. This dog breed is well developed breasts. Paws - strong and round, have solid pads. The tail is low set. The dog carries his tail at the level of the back, without lifting it higher. The coat is smooth and silky.
English spaniel - a gambling dog, strong and very active. The English Cocker Spaniel is a wonderful game hunter in the forest. She moves in 20-25 meters from the owner and diligently searches for game, possessing a sharp flair. As soon as she caught the smell, after making a short stand, she quickly rushes forward and scares the game.
Care of English cocker spaniel.
The English cocker spaniel in the care of first of all needs wool. It requires periodic trimming to release the dog from the dead wool. Also, this breed of dogs must be combed regularly to prevent the formation of coots. It is necessary to remove dead hair 2-3 times a year. It is necessary to know that the periodicity of bathing should be minimal and should be resorted to only in emergency cases. This is due to the fact that the hair of the dog from frequent baths can fade, and can lead to the appearance of dandruff. Carefully follow the long ears of an English cocker spaniel, especially in summer. It is necessary to check constantly the presence of ear mites. During feeding, the ears should be tied up.
How to train dogs of this breed.
These dogs were hunters in the past, and today they are dogs with "insatiable" craving for movement. They are very active and constantly in need of walks. English Cocker Spaniel is very easy to train. The most important thing is to make communication with him active and intense and try to communicate with him on an equal footing. These dogs do not like excessive severity. Do not "bend the stick" in dealing with them, especially not to beat them, so as not to provoke attacks of aggression on the part of the dog. And on the contrary - excessive softness is not needed, so that the pet does not become an "egoist".
The English Cocker Spaniel is not fastidious to food. Dogs of this breed are very fond of eating, because of this, problems can arise. Because of their gluttony at their compact size, this can lead to obesity, which is very difficult to get rid of. You need to know that you can not overfeed your dog. Also it is necessary to exclude various snacks between meals. Keep an eye on the amount of carbohydrates in your diet and try to control the amount of food you eat.
One of the characteristic properties of the cocker spaniel is its longevity. The life span of this breed is on the average 13 - 15 years. This breed generally has good health, but some dogs are affected by diseases such as glaucoma or cataracts. Also some dogs are prone to fits of rage. This breed simply needs mobility. To maintain the health of the English cocker spaniel are mandatory: serious physical activity and active long walks. This dog likes to run up to "throwing out the tongue", loves to roll in the mud.
Professional qualities of the breed.
English cocker spaniels with wonderful long ears and with their cheerfulness or who will not remain indifferent. They will cheer up even the most "gloomy personalities." This breed of dogs is very affectionate towards people. It's enough just to see how it sports, rejoice, wagging its tail in front of the owner - you can get a lot of fun. English Cocker Spaniel can be a different color, so you can choose a puppy of the color that you like.
Not everyone likes to watch his dog constantly. Caring for any dog, to some extent, creates certain difficulties. The ears and the fur of the English cocker spaniel need constant care. For a phlegmatic person who does not like fuss, the dog's energetic energy, as well as incredible joy for any occasion, can be tedious. However, it's better to breed than an English cocker spaniel not to find, if you need an affectionate and sympathetic friend, with whom you can walk and frolic for a long time. This dog is affectionate and very fond of children, but requires early socialization. She wants to be a part of what your family does and hates to be alone. And yet, the cocker spaniel with his barking will always let know that someone is near your door.