In 18th century American cocker spaniel is one breed of dog which was originated in United Kingdom and brought to the United States and Canada. In nineteenth century the
American cocker spaniels were given their own AKC stud book. They are very small when compare to their sporting breed group. American Cocker Spaniels are used to hunt a variety of upland game birds and water fowl.
Officially in United States this breed is called as "Cocker Spaniel". In Cocker Field Trials the American Cocker Spaniels and English Cocker Spaniels are the only
spaniel breeds allowed to compete together in the United States. The American cocker spaniel is a versatile small dog which remains popular as a pet. It is a competitive gaming dog, gentle therapy dog or companion hunter.
American Cocker Spaniel is one of the smallest member of the Gundog Group. It has a compact body, sturdy and refined head, with in complete balance and of ideal size. The
American Cocker Spaniel coat on the head is fine and short, on the body it is in medium size with under coat for protection. The coat is flat, silky and slightly wavy in nature. This dog is capable of considerable speed and combined with great endurance. The expression of this dog is alert, appealing, soft and intelligent.
The eyeballs are round and look directly forward. The shape of eyes are slightly appeared as almond. The iris is in dark brown color or darker than that. American
Cocker Spaniel ears are long, lobular, well feathered and placed in lower part of the eye. The neck is sufficient long and muscular. The feet is large, compact, round and firm. The muzzle is deep, wide and broad with a square jaw.
Solid black and black & tan.
Dogs height is 15.5 inches and bitches height is 14.5 inches.
Approximately th weight varies from 15 to 30 pounds.
A healthy
American cocker spaniel lives 12-15 years.
American Cocker Spaniels are gentle, lovable, and playful dogs that are intelligent and obedient with their owners. They are bold and keen to work. It is very sensible to protect them from children's play which can become too rough. In the present days few of these
dog breeds are still used to hunting birds. Most of them greatly enjoys both retrieving and swimming.
American Cocker Spaniels a Pet
The American Cocker Spaniel are very sociable and consequently they get along fine with their own kind and compatible with other
household pets. The owners will train them gently because of their sensitivity. These are not suitable for an apartments. So a small fencing yard is sufficient. American
Cocker Spaniels have plenty of stamina which needs regular exercise. These dogs can be good with children and usually sociable and gentle with other house pets.
