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Cocker Spaniel

The dogs of this breed are energetic, versatile, playful and loving, but also stubborn.

The Cocker Spaniel is a popular medium-sized dog breed that makes a great family pet. It thrives in both the city and the countryside, and loves to explore and play. Wondering if this is the breed for you? Read more about what makes a Cocker Spaniel tick and what you can expect as an owner!

race facts

Family friendly

Family friendly

Activity level

Activity level

Fur care

Fur care

Training needs

Training needs

Clearing

Clearing

Size

Size

Facts about the breed

The Cocker Spaniel is a popular breed of dog with a long history. However, the original breed was larger than today's Cocker and was called the "field spaniel". The Cocker Spaniel originated in England, where it was used as a hunting dog to retrieve birds from water and land. The name "cocker" also comes from the hunting grounds, where the dogs were used to hunt woodcock, a type of woodland bird.

What can you expect as a cocker spaniel owner?

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Cocker Spaniel

Farming and trade

Does the cocker spaniel sound like a breed to you? Then we recommend contacting the breed club Norwegian Spaniel Club for more information. It is also important to choose a seller where you get information about how the dog was bred, to ensure that you are not contributing to uncontrolled or illegal dog trade. Unfortunately, not everyone breeds in a responsible and correct way, which can lead to serious diseases in the puppies. Being well prepared and finding a reliable breeder is therefore the best thing for both you and your dog.

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