Articles — Cocker Spaniel

There are eight important items you must consider when purchasing a bed for your dog. Considerations 1. Does it provide proper support? Your small dog obtains the same benefits as you do from a bed that offers adequate support; its skeletal system maintains a proper alignment. A bed that sags or is lumpy is not supportive, putting your little dog at risk for neck and back problems. It is as unhealthy for your small dog to have his neck up at an angle on a plush bed that does not allow him to lay his head down, as it would...

Cocker Spaniel Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1878 Lifespan: 10-14 years Size: Medium Energy: Medium Recommended Crate Size: 30” dog crate* Return to main Dog Crate Size Breed Chart. Introduction Originally bred as hunting dogs in the United Kingdom, Cocker Spaniels got their name from the game that they hunt, the Eurasian woodcock. The dogs are a member of the Spaniel family. The breed is the 29th most popular breed in America and was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878. The male Cocker Spaniel can grow, on average, to 15.5 inches in height while the female grows to...