Facts About Cocker Spaniels

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Cocker spaniels are popular dog breeds especially for families because of their playful nature and gentle behavior. Their ancestors were originally bred for hunting purposes but later on many of them were brought to homes and families as pets and companion dogs. Below are some facts related to cocker spaniel dogs:

Fact 1: Cocker spaniels like physical activity. They are considered highly-active dogs and require regular activities. Their bodies are designed for training and agility work and this is why they need to be exercised by their masters regularly.

Fact 2: Cocker spaniels are loved as family pets. Many families especially like this dog breed because of their gentle nature even to babies and young kids. These dogs are also very playful making them good choice for companions or pets.

Fact 3: Cocker spaniels are also tracking dogs. This breed is known for their tracking abilities and this simply means that they like to follow their masters wherever they go. The bad thing is that many of them also get lost while trying to track their masters.

Fact 4: The number 1 dog breed in the US back in the 1930s to the 1950S was the cocker spaniel. Their popularity waned across the US after several decades but reclaimed the top spot in the 80s up to the early 90s where they were overtaken by golden retrievers and Labradors.

Fact 5: Cocker spaniels are great sporting dogs. They may be small and may be furry but these dogs are great for agility shows and competitions. These dogs are known to like regular exercise which makes them perform well in sporting events.

Fact 6: Cocker spaniels are commonly used as therapy dogs. With their gentle demeanor and playful nature, these dogs are common choices for people who undergo some kind of therapy for their illnesses.

Fact 7: Owning a cocker spaniel as a pet may be expensive. The expense in having cocker spaniels around the house is mainly attributed to its grooming needs. Their thick hair needs to be groomed and cleaned regularly to keep them healthy which may be quite expensive for some people.

Fact 8: Cocker spaniels love to eat. Many pet owners even label them as greedy because they eat almost anything that is offered to them. These dogs also do not refuse when given food items even after a hearty meal. With their appetite and love for food, this dog breed can easily become overweight.

Fact 9: Cocker spaniels are very sensitive to their master’s commands. They are very intelligent and can easily be trained but may be very sensitive to very strict instructions or rules. Being very social and gentle dogs, they also need to be trained properly and gently.

Fact 10: Cocker spaniels want to be around people all the time. They are extremely social and need to be around their masters most if not all the time. Whenever they are left alone for long periods, they may get restless and become very hyperactive causing possible damage to plants or property.

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