Cocker Spaniel Breed Profile

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The Breed at a Glance
Recognized by
AKC
Country of Origin
United States
Life Expectancy
12 - 14 yrs
Height Range
14 - 15 in
Weight Range
24 - 28 lbs
Colors
Black, black/tan, brown/tan, particolor, tricolor
cover
Parent Club
 
Trainability
High, very reponsive to training
With Children
Generally good, although temperament is varied among lines
With Animals
Very good
Climate
Tolerates cold well
Indoor / Outdoor
Ideally indoors, but needs plenty of outdoor time
Exercise Reqd
Above average; needs exercise to stay healthy
Grooming Reqd
High, especially to maintain long show coat
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Health Information
Congenital and Genetic Conditions found with greater than average frequency in the Cocker Spaniel (point to name for description):
Aberrant cilia Anasarca Apocrine Gland Tumors Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia Basal Cell Tumor Behavioral Abnormalities Canine Allergies Canine Melanoma Canine Microphthalmia Cataract Cleft lip Cleft palate Corneal dystrophy Cranioschisis Cutaneous asthenia Cyclic neutropenia Distichiasis Ectropion Ehlers-Danlos syndrome Elbow dysplasia Entropion Epilepsy Glaucoma Hemophilia - Factor X Deficiency Hemophilia A - Classic Hemophilia Hip Dysplasia Hydrocephalus (Water on the Brain) Hypothyroidism Intervertebral Disc Disease Keratitis Sicca Lens Luxation Lip Fold Dermatitis Lysosomal Storage Diseases Osteochondritis Dissecans Osteochondrosis Otitis Externa Overshot Jaw Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Peripheral Retinal Dystrophy Persistent Pupillary Membrane Progressive Retinal Atrophy Renal Cortical Hypoplasia Retinal Dysplasia Sebaceous Tumor Seborrhea Umbilical Hernia Undershot jaw Ununited Anconeal Process von Willebrands Disease

Following are health screenings often performed on breeding Cocker Spaniel adults; choosing a puppy from a breeder who tests parents for health can help avoid future health problems in your puppy:
  • CERF Screening (Canine Eye Research Foundation)
  • Hip Dysplasia (OFA or PennHIP)
  • Progressing Retinal Atrophy (genetic test)
  • Thyroid Function Test (blood test)
  • vonWillebrand's Disease (vWD) (factor antigen test)



    • This is presented solely as a starting point for you to learn and ask questions about the breed. This information is NOT to be used to diagnose, evaluate, or treat any condition whatsoever. For specific information, consult your veterinarian. The above diseases and conditions are found with a higher-than-average frequency in the Cocker Spaniel. These conditions may or may not be severe, and may or may not be hereditary. Some conditions may actually be "normal" for the breed, such as alopecia in the hairless breeds; some may be intrinsic to the breed due to its physiology, such as skin fold dermatitis in the Pug, Bulldog, and Shar-Pei; some may be related to care and nutrition; and some may be strictly genetic. The best source of additional and more detailed information on these conditions is a veterinarian, breed club, or knowledgeable breeder.
    		 
     
    Cocker Spaniel Links
    Cocker Spaniel Links:

    American Spaniel Club, Inc. - www.asc-cockerspaniel.org
    National Breed Club
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