The Merry Cocker

The English Cocker Spaniel is a happy, friendly and affectionate little dog. They bring joy and smiles to everyone they greet. They make a great family dog as they love spending time with people, are particularly fond of children and get along well with other pets.

Generally not prone to excessive barking, they have a long, pretty and silky coat that comes in a variety of colours. This coat does require regular brushing and trimming.
Their exercise requirements are moderate, they appreciate a fenced yard to run but can live in an apartment if given enough outdoor activity. Especially once they have reached adulthood, they will adapt to your activity level whether lounging through a movie on the couch or embarking on a high-energy romp through the woods.

They are affectionally called “velcro dogs” as you will often find them following you around the house from room to room. They really thrive on human companionship. For this reason they do not do well if left alone for long periods of time.

They are eager to please and quick to train, making them a good choice for first time dog owners and repeat dog families alike. They have a very soft, gentle temperament and cannot handle harsh reprimands. Positive reinforcement methods are the way to go to teach them new things.

Some fun activities to do with your cocker are agility, tricks, sprinter runs, rally and scent detection.

A blue roan English Cocker Spaniel dog runs on a forest trail in front of a man jogging with a dog leash, surrounded by dense green trees and bushes.
A blue roan adult English Cocker Spaniel jumping over an agility hurdle during a competition outdoors with people watching in the background.
A blue roan and tan English Cocker Spaniel playing on the beach with a tennis ball in its mouth, near the ocean with sand and waves in the background.