introduces temperament of the English Cocker Spaniel.

Overview

It is the oldest breeds in the spaniel in the UK. Beginning with King Code of Wales in the early 8th century, the word is spaniel's was listed in the record. This spaniel is believed to be a breed of Land Spaniel, It is said that the ancestors of the current spaniel. Used for hunting woodcock from 17 century in Wales in the UK, in the sense that dogs take a cock (snipe), I have come to be called Cocker. It is said to be the direct ancestor of the American Cocker Spaniel, but in 1892, it was certified as a dog different species in the UK. 1935, to prevent the thing to be crossing the two species in the United States, which made have developed purely a two dog species. In 1946, it has been certified as a breed completely different the two types in the United States.

Characteristics

It's compact overall, larger than the American Cocker, and has a strong physique. Coat silky length of the medium, or straight, wave takes slightly, short head, body hair is soft and dense. Ear, chest, belly, the limbs, there is a coat bushy. I have the speed and endurance appropriate for the wildlife dog.

Temperament

In a quiet obedience, children both play well. Well, Affectionate, manners also known as dog-friendly bright. I can adapt to any environment. Because it is a wildlife-rich dog in speed and endurance, it is suitable for field dog, but possible breeding in the apartment. I said that in the same way as the American Cocker, not to worry about little in terms of health, so easy to tame very, and family dog ideal.

Color

In the pattern of buff Black Black & Tan Belton, Blue lever Red Lemon

How to Care & How to Train

If you grow professionally, may be brushed once a week. However, to carry out a careful care of the rest and walk.

Exercise

Because it is a breed active, must have sufficient exercise.

Disease to be careful

Kidney disease, eye disease, progressive retinal atrophy, hip dysplasia, cataracts

Disease that can be seen occasionally

Otitis externa

Inspection want to

Hearing test (only party color), ophthalmic examination, inspection hip, knee joint inspection