What is the best training book for a cocker spaniel puppy?
American Cocker Spaniel Temperament: What’s Good About ‘Em, What’s Bad About ‘Em. For puppies 2 to 18 months old, this highly-acclaimed training program is based on respect. Your puppy will learn the 21 skills that all great family dogs need to know. My dog training book for adult dogs is Teach Your Dog 100 English Words.What kind of temperament does an American Cocker Spaniel have?
American Cocker Spaniel temperament, personality, training, behavior, pros and cons, advice, and information, by Michele Welton, Dog Trainer, Behavioral Consultant, Author of 15 Dog Books The American Cocker Spaniel should be a sweet-natured, happy, playful dog.What are the different types of cocker spaniels?
There are a number of acceptable, but very specific, color varieties within the Cocker breed: Black, Black with Tan Points, Parti-Color, and ASCOB (Any Solid Color Other than Black). The Cocker Spaniel is known as the “smallest member of the sporting-dog family.” The Cocker Spaniel is one of the most popular breeds of American purebred dogs.
When did the English Cocker Spaniel become an AKC breed?
The English and Canadian kennel clubs registered the varieties as separate breeds beginning in 1940, and the AKC followed suit in 1946. The AKC breed names are the Cocker Spaniel (for the U.S. type) and the English Cocker Spaniel (for the British type).What does the AKC standard say about English Cocker Spaniels?
The AKC Standard says, “His enthusiasm in the field and the incessant action of his tail while at work indicate how much he enjoys the hunting for which he was bred.” With more sporting instincts than the American Cocker Spaniel, the lively English Cocker Spaniel likes more exercise.Do Cocker Spaniels Pee a lot?
Some Cocker Spaniels, especially adolescents and young adults, are excessively submissive. These dogs might suddenly urinate (or dribble urine) when they get over-excited or feel intimidated.
How much exercise does an American Cocker Spaniel need?
The American Cocker does need regular exercise, but daily walks and romps in the backyard or at a dog park will suffice. When well socialized, American Cocker Spaniels are friendly and peaceful with strangers and other animals.How many types of Cocker Spaniels are there?
There are two types of Cocker Spaniels: English and American breeds. This breed is the smallest breed in the AKC Sporting group and was originally bred for hunting. The American Spaniel is typically smaller with a shorter back and muzzle and the English breed is taller with a more narrow head and chest.Do Cocker Spaniels bark a lot?
Cocker Spaniels have a distinctive doggy odor that some people find bothersome. Potential barking. American Cocker Spaniels are often too quick to sound the alarm at every new sight and sound. You have to be equally quick to stop them. To teach your Cocker to listen to you, “Respect Training” is mandatory.