American Cocker Spaniel
Puppies and Dogs

Fast Facts & Guide to American Cocker Spaniel Puppies and Dogs

Have a glance at our Fact File and Guide to American Cocker Spaniel Puppies and Dogs. Discover some fast facts to gain a really fast overview of the American Cocker Spaniel.

American Cocker Spaniel Guide and Fact File

Height: Male 36-39cm / 14-15 inches, Female 34-37cm / 13-15 inches

Weight: Male 11-13kg / 24-29 pounds, Female 11-13kg / 24-29 pounds
 

Size of Dog: The American Cocker Spaniel is small in size

Breed Type and Dog Group: Spaniel Breed and Sporting Group

Country of Origin of the Breed: United States of America

Exercise Needs: The American Cocker Spaniel needs regular exercise

Coat Type & Shedding Hairs: Medium silky coat and shedding is minimal

Grooming needs: American Cocker Spaniel has moderate grooming needs

Training a American Cocker Spaniel (Trainability): Easy - Moderate

Other Names of American Cocker Spaniel: American Cocker

American Cocker Spaniel Lifespan - This dog lives for approximately 9 - 15 years

Number of puppies per litter: 1-7 puppies, 5 puppies on average

Temperament / Behaviour: American Cocker Spaniels are gentle, loving and clever

We hope that the fast facts and information provided in our American Cocker Spaniel puppy and dog fact file and guide will prove a useful overview of this particular breed. Please click one of the links at the top of the page for detailed articles relating to training, pet care, grooming, personality, exercise needs, male and female American Cocker Spaniel dog names & health.

Summary of American Cocker Spaniel Puppies and Dogs

American Cocker Spaniel puppies and dogs are a loving, gentle breed and make great family pets. They are a very popular breed of puppies and dogs. This small dog is full of energy so it will need regular, daily exercise and it will want to play. It has a placid, calm nature and loves affection and attention from all. Puppies should be encouraged to socialize from an early age to prevent them from developing into timid and nervous adult dogs. This is an intelligent dog so training them shouldn't be too difficult. They are quite obedient by nature and their sweet temperament makes them eager and willing to please their owners. The American Cocker Spaniel has medium length, silky hair which is sometimes wavy. Grooming this animal will therefore take some time as their coat tangles easily and will require combing every day.

Choosing American Cocker Spaniel Puppies and Dogs as Pets

American Cocker Spaniel puppies grow into small sized adult dogs and the above summary will help you to determine whether they are suitable as a family pet. If you are considering whether to buy a American Cocker Spaniel puppy, adoption is also an option for this particular type of dog, or even selecting one from a rescue centre, or reputable dog breeder. They are prone to some health illnesses and conditions so it is advisable to ask the breeder about the pup's health clearances if you are thinking of buying one.  This is a great breed of puppy and dog that has a lot of attractive characteristics to offer their owner; the main one being its loving and gentle personality. If you require any further information about the American Cocker Spaniel breed of dog, please click on one of the links above which will lead you to detailed facts and interesting information about all different areas of this dog.

American Cocker Spaniel Puppies and Dogs