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English Cocker Spaniel

A medium-sized, merry sporting spaniel known for its silky coat, long lush ears, expressive eyes, and energetic attitude. Compact and athletic, built for endurance and agility in the field with exceptional abilities as both hunting companion and family dog.

Life span
12–14 years
Origin
England
English Cocker Spaniel dog breed

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Important information

Species / Genre
Dog
Life span
12–14 years
Temperament
Merry, affectionate, intelligent, energetic, playful, gentle, eager to please
Origin
England
Breed group
Sporting
Weight
13–15.5 kg
Height
41–43 cm

About

English Cocker Spaniel

Description

A medium-sized, merry sporting spaniel known for its silky coat, long lush ears, expressive eyes, and energetic attitude. Compact and athletic, built for endurance and agility in the field with exceptional abilities as both hunting companion and family dog.

History

Developed in England from land spaniels as a specialist flushing spaniel for woodcock and other game birds. Officially separated from American Cocker Spaniel in the 1940s by breed standards.

Temperament

Personality traits

Merry affectionate intelligent energetic playful gentle eager to please

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