American Cocker Spaniel
Breed Information |
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| Popularity |
2022: #29 2021: #29 2020: #30 2019: #28 2018: #30 2017: #29 2016: #29 2015: #30 |
| Name | American Cocker Spaniel |
| Other names | Cocker Spaniel, Cocker, Merry Cocker |
| Origin |  United States |
| Breed Group |
Sporting (AKC:1878) Gun Dog (UKC) |
| Size | Small to Medium |
| Type | Purebred |
| Life span | 12-15 years |
| Temperament |
Even Tempered Joyful Merry Outgoing Intelligent Sociable Trusting |
| Height | 15-16.5 inches (38-41 cm) |
| Weight | 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg) |
| Colors |
Black Black & Tan Brown Buff Red Silver |
| Litter Size | 4-7 puppies |
| Puppy Prices |
Average $1000 - $2000 USD Usually, the average price of an American Cocker Spaniel puppy from a reputable breeder is between $1,000 and $2,000, while a top-quality American Cocker Spaniel puppy can cost as high as $3,500 and upward. Their price depends upon the pup’s age, sex, quality, pedigree, and breeder’s location. |
Breed Characteristics |
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| Adaptability |
5 stars |
| Apartment Friendly |
5 stars Cockers will do okay in an apartment if they are adequately exercised. They are fairly active indoors. A small yard is sufficient. Not suited to live outside alone in a kennel. |
| Barking Tendencies |
4 stars Frequent |
| Cat Friendly |
3 stars |
| Child Friendly |
5 stars Good with Kids: This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them. |
| Dog Friendly |
4 stars |
| Exercise Needs |
4 stars American Cockers have plenty of stamina and need regular exercise. They should be taken on daily, long walks. |
| Grooming |
5 stars High Maintenance: Cockers have an abundance of hair, which will require regular grooming and will, no matter how much you try to control it, end up on your furniture. The long ears and big eyes require routine inspection.Their nails should be trimmed regularly to avoid overgrowth and cracking. Their ears should be checked regularly to avoid a buildup of wax and debris which can result in an infection. Teeth should be brushed regularly. |
| Health Issues |
4 stars Hypoallergenic: No |
| Intelligence |
5 stars Ranking: #20 Full Ranking List |
| Playfulness |
4 stars |
| Shedding Level |
3 stars Moderate Shedding: Expect this dog to shed regularly. Be prepared to vacuum often. Brushing will reduce shedding as well as make the coat softer and cleaner. |
| Stranger Friendly |
5 stars |
| Trainability |
5 stars Easy Training: The Cocker Spaniel is quite willing to learn, so training must be consistent but not overly firm. The Cocker Spaniel may be difficult to housebreak. |
| Watchdog Ability |
3 stars |
American Cocker Spaniel Names |
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| Rank | Boy Names | Girl Names |
| 01 | Charlie | Belle |
| 02 | Buddy | Daisy |
| 03 | Cooper | Molly |
| 04 | Gizmo | Lola |
| 05 | Teddy | Kona |
| 06 | Rocky | Coco |
| 07 | Sammy | Lilly |
| 08 | Jake | Penny |
| 09 | Moose | Sadie |
| 10 | Bailey | Gracie |
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Overview |
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The smallest member of the sporting group, the American Cocker Spaniel should be compact and sturdy. Its gait is ground-covering, strong and effortless. The coat is silky, flat or slightly wavy, not overly long. Excessive coat can hinder the dog in the field. The head and expression are hallmarks of the breed; the expression is soft and appealing. Though seldom used for its original purpose, the cocker should still be able to spend a day in the field and should be balanced and athletic. It is true, however, that most cockers now have too much coat for field work. This breed is known as the "merry" cocker, and the name is most fitting. It is playful, cheerful, amiable, sweet, sensitive, willing to please and responsive to its family's wishes. It is not known for retaining its hunting instincts, but it is inquisitive and will appreciate a country outing. It is equally at home in the city and will happily walk on leash for its exercise needs. Some bark a lot; some are overly submissive. |
History |
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The term "cocker" refers to the woodcock, the game bird the breed specialized in hunting. The Cocker Spaniel in the United States is a different dog than the Cocker in England, and was developed from the early U.S. importations of the English Cocker Spaniels. To avoid confusion, it is often referred to as the "American" Cocker Spaniel. Cockers are the smallest of the land spaniels. The breed is a flusher when working game. Unfortunately, very few are used for hunting any more. Today it enjoys the position of being the world’s most popular spaniel. The American Cocker Spaniel was first recognized by the AKC in 1878. |
