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Dog Training - How to Train a Cocker Spaniel

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Dog Training - How to Train a Cocker SpanielBy Eric Letendre

Cocker Spaniels are a very chic / stylish / trendy / hip / cool breed that tends to be good with children (young people) and other dogs. Because of its size and temperament Cocker Spaniels are great for apartment living and make great additions to any family.

If you get your Cocker Spaniel as a puppy (dog typically under 1 year old) start socialization early. Cocker Spaniels like any breed of dog needs to be exposed to a lot of different people, places, sounds and other dogs when they are puppies. The more your Cocker Spaniel is socialized the more stable they will be as adults.

Crate training is very important for Cocker Spaniels. The one big behavior problem faced by many Cocker Spaniel owners is housetraining. By using a crate it can greatly help with any housetraining problem.

Management of behavior is very important. Keep a close eye on your puppy (dog typically under 1 year old) until they are fully housetrained. A fenced in yard is also a very good idea to keep your dog in the yard.

Cocker Spaniels need to be groomed on a frequent and regular basis. Get your Cocker used to grooming early. Make it a fun experience by brushing and combing in short sessions that are ended with a toy or treat.

Train early using positive reinforcement. Cocker Spaniels can be very sensitive dogs and do not respond well to harsh training. Some good commands to teach are sit, stand, down, stay, heel and come.

Cocker Spaniels are from the sporting group and require regular exercise. It's good to physically and mentally exercise your Cocker Spaniel. Swimming, hiking, walking and retrieving are all great physical activities for your Cocker. Obedience and tricks are great mental actives. Buster Cubes and Kong toys are also good toys that mentally exercise your Cocker.

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Cocker Spaniel - Dog Breeds

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Cocker Spaniel - Dog BreedsBy John M Williams

Group: Sporting

Weight: 24-28 lbs

Height: male: 14.5-15.5, female: 13.5-14.5 inches

Overview

American Cocker Spaniels were developed by very careful breeding of the English Cocker Spaniel, even although they now look noticeably different. American Cocker Spaniels are companion dogs where as the English Cocker Spaniel is used more for hunting purposes. The Cocker Spaniel become more and more fashionable and was one of the most fashionable breeds of dogs according to the American Kennel club in the 1940's. Currently, the breed is almost completely used as a companion dog.

Temperament

Cocker Spaniels are content, friendly and passionate dogs that get along wonderfully with families and children. They will rather welcome a stranger than they are to act aggressive toward them. Many Cocker Spaniels are first-class watchdogs and will bark when someone comes closer. The Cocker Spaniel is not a dominant breed, and is fairly obedient. These dogs are brilliant companion dogs, and will rarely act aggressively - especially when socialized properly. These dogs are not nervous dogs, however rather easy going and willing to accept other dogs into their space. These dogs are extremely clever, and stand out in obedience training.

Care

The Cocker Spaniel should be brushed every day for them to stay in good condition. These dogs have a long silky coat that tends to form tangles, however is easy maintainable when groomed every day. This breed loves attention, and therefore will enjoy grooming sessions. If yours are involved in hunting activities, their coats might be clipped for easier care. This is the one breed that will be fine withfrequent bathing, and they will also enjoy this. It is advised that only high-quality dog hair products should be used in order to avoid allergies.

Training

It is vital to start training the Cocker Spaniel from puppyhood, and also socialize them from early on. Cocker Spaniels are friendly and loving dogs, however they can however become withdrawn or edgy around people they are not familiar with. In general the breed will have no trouble cooperating with other dogs or pets such as cats.

This breed doesn't have a good prey instinct, however they are more than willing to run after other animals. These dogs can be difficult to housebreak, however otherwise very simple to train. The Cocker Spaniel should also receive obedience classes.

Health problems

Due to the fact that the Cocker Spaniel has become very fashionable as a pet, there has been quite a bit of backyard breeding. This in return led to a few health conditions, and some of these concerns are Immune Mediated Haemolytic Anaemia where the immune system attacks the blood cells, cataracts and Progressive Retinal Atrophy, skin allergies, ear infections and heart conditions such as disease or muscle development trouble.

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English Cocker Spaniel - Dog Breeds

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English Cocker Spaniel - Dog BreedsBy John M Williams

Group: Sporting

Weight: male: 28-34, female: 26-32 lbs

Height: male: 15-17, female: 14-16 inches

Overview

The English Cocker Spaniel has not always lived in England, and they probably originated in Spain and were brought to Wales around 1000 AD. Spaniels used to be only used as hunting dogs for many years. Though during the early years, these dogs were not used to retrieve the game. They were rather used to drive the game in the direction of the guns.

Temperament

The English Cocker Spaniel is fairly friendly and love to play. In general they are very affectionate and will get along well with children when introduced to them at a very young age. Otherwise, they may be ill-tempered towards the children. This breed makes a fine family companion and will not be happy when left out of the family. They are likely to get along with other dogs and small animals, however socialising these dogs is still recommended. It is advised to keep an eye over the males when together, as they have a tendency to be aggressive in these situations. The English Cocker Spaniel will excel in obedience training seeing that they are very intelligent. They will probably bark to get the attention of their owners when a stranger approaches, however will not be aggressive toward them - they are just protective of their properties. This breed love to play and remains joyful throughout their lives.

Care

The English Cocker Spaniel will require a brushing several times during the week. It is recommendedthat they are also clipped four times during the course of the year. The ears can be maintained by cleaning them once a week together with the flaps as they get some food stuck on the ends. The English Cocker Spaniel requires a large amount of exercise and long walks on a daily basis are recommended.

Training

The English Cocker Spaniel is a very intelligent working dog, and due to their good temperaments they are obedient and devoted. Dogs that are used as field dogs are particularly quick to bond with the master that takes them out to hunt, and they know mechanically how this affiliation should work. Like all dogs, the English Cocker Spaniel also needs firm obedience training so they can understand that you are the dominant figure. These dogs can be very sensitive, so training should not be harsh or unkind in any way.

Health problems

Some ordinary health issues linked to the English Cocker Spaniel include progressive retinal atrophy, glaucoma, deafness, as well as ear infections, and cataracts and undescended testicles.

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