Name English Cocker Spaniel
Other names Cocker, Merry Cocker Woker
Origin United Kingdom
Breed Group Sporting (AKC:1945)Gun Dog (UKC)
Size Medium
Type Purebred
Life span 12-14 years
Temperament AffectionateFaithfulFriendlyIntelligentPlayfulQuietTrainable
Height Male: 15 - 17 inches (38 - 43 cm)Female: 14 - 16 inches (36 - 41 cm)
Weight Male: 28-34 pounds (13 - 16 kg)Female: 26 - 32 pounds (12 - 15 kg)
Colors BlackBlack & TanBlue RoanGoldenLiverRed
Litter Size 6-8 puppies

The English Cocker Spaniel is a breed of gun dog. It is one of the most varied numbers of pups in all of the dog breeds. The English Cocker Spaniel is an active, good-natured, sporting dog standing well up at the withers and compactly built. There are "field" or "working" cockers and "show" cockers.

Breed Characteristics ( points out of 5 )
Adaptability 5
Apartment Friendly 5
Barking Tendencies 3
Cat Friendly 4
Child Friendly 5 Good with Kids- This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them.
Dog Friendly 5
Exercise Needs 4
Health Issues 3
Hypoallergenic: No
Intelligence 5
Playfulness 4
Stranger Friendly 3
Trainability 5 Training will be enjoyable. This dog is inclined to listen to commands and obey its owner. This breed will require fewer repetitions to obey specific instructions, pleasing owners who like to see quick results.
Watchdog Ability 4