Can you get English cocker spaniels in America?

English Cocker Spaniels are pretty common in the United States. Out of 189 breeds in the American Kennel Club, where 1 is most popular and 189 is least popular, English Cocker Spaniels rank 56th. Their cousin, the American Cocker Spaniel, is even more common, ranking 29th.

Can you have a working cocker as a pet?

Working Cockers, as the name implies, are bred as working gundogs, capable of staying out all day in the shooting field. However many are now being increasingly sold to pet homes where, in the right hands, they can make very good family dogs for the active home.

How much is a cocker spaniel in the US?

The cost of a Cocker Spaniel puppy will range anywhere from $800 to $2000 if you are buying from a breeder. Pedigreed puppies can cost as much as $3000. Adopting a Cocker from a rescue can range from $200 to $350, depending on the age of the dog. Classified ads often advertise Cocker pups for as little as $300.

Are American cocker Spaniels aggressive?

Cocker Spaniels are generally not aggressive dogs, instead being mostly affectionate, playful and friendly in temperament. Although, just with any dog, there are certain factors that can cause aggression. This includes fear, boredom and a lack of early socialization.

Are American cocker Spaniels smart?

So, are Cocker Spaniels smart? Yes, both the American and English Cocker Spaniels are highly intelligent dogs, according to canine psychologist Stanley Coren. Not only do Cocker Spaniels excel with obedience and work intelligence, but also adaptive and instinctive intelligence.

Are working cocker spaniels hard work?

Working cockers are notoriously hard to ‘settle’ and this command needs teaching from day one, they would be on the go all day every day if they could. Working cockers are well suited to very active homes, they enjoy walking, running, fetching, playing, they are great at agility and flyball.

Where can I buy a working Cocker Spaniel as a pet?

Finding a breeder that will sell a working cocker as a pet is no mean feat in itself as most breeders want to sell to working homes. Once such breeder is Cathy Bowler at Whiteford Working Cocker Spaniels. Cathy is a private breeder who loves her dogs and as such doesn’t over exert them into having too many litters.

Are working Cocker Spaniels prone to ear problems?

The working cocker’s floppy ears also make them more likely to have ear problems, and this is something you will need to monitor whether you have a work or show type dog. The two types of working cocker also both carry a susceptibility to hip dysplasia and PRA blindness.

Do Cocker Spaniels ever calm down?

Cocker Spaniels are naturally active and bouncy due to their working/hunting nature. While that is adorable, it can also be tiring. Generally, this breed doesn’t completely ever calm down. Even adult Cocker Spaniels will act like a puppy and older dogs can still get easily excited.

Are Cocker Spaniels naturally hyper?

Cocker Spaniels are working dogs so high energy levels are natural to them. That doesn’t mean their energy levels won’t change slightly. Many Cockers start getting their impulsiveness under control at around three years old. Are Cocker Spaniels Naturally Hyper As Puppies Or Adults? What Are Problems Arising From A Hyper Cocker Spaniel?