Important Information To Consider Relating To The Cocker Spaniel By: Brent McCoy | - The Cocker Spaniel is a true sporting breed of dog that is often divided into two categories with very small differences - the American Cocker Spaniel and English Cocker Spaniel. Each features long, wavy-haired ears with a cost that comes in a variety of solid and multi-color combinations including white with black, red or brown markings, black, liver, red, golden and tan. The primary differences between them are that the American Cocker Spaniel is smaller with a shorter muzzle, domed head and s ... Tags:Cocker Spaniel facts, Cocker Spaniel information, Cocker Spaniel info
Teach Springer Spaniels By: Elisha Moon | - Irrespective of whether you might be coaching for that obedience ring at indicate or simply in your own home, the English Springer Spaniel is really a delightfully quick breed that responds rapidly to praise and constructive reinforcement. Nevertheless, this loving breed is in some cases effortlessly distracted, so trainers ought to be prepared for any little bit of a problem. Preserve looking at to find out some fantastic recommendations which will educate you how you can prepare your English S ... Tags:springer spaniel training
Pet Insurance For The Sussex Spaniel By: Heather Rey | - The Sussex Spaniel is one of the rarest dog breeds in America and ranks at number 155 in the list of the most popular dog breeds of 2010. They originated in England around 1795, where they were used as a tracker and flusher of small game. They were quite popular back then with English hunters, but their popularity declined, especially with American hunters, because of the way they tracked. They were not fast or quiet hunters, and when those characteristics became necessary, this breed declined.< ... Tags:pet insurance, pets, dogs, dog breeds, sussex spaniel
Pet Insurance For The English Springer Spaniel By: Heather Rey | - Its not a surprise, considering the name of the breed, that the English Springer Spaniel originated in England. The first mention of this breed dates back to the late 1500s, where they were used to flush out birds for their hunting companions to capture and kill. When killed, the Springer would retrieve the bird and bring it back to the hunter. Often, these dogs still perform this function today. They are still excellent flushers and retrievers and are great companions for modern-day hunters. ... Tags:pet insurance, dogs, dog breeds, english springer spaniel
Pet Insurance For The Cocker Spaniel By: Heather Rey | - The Cocker Spaniel is one of the few dog breeds that originated in the United States (many other dog breeds originated in Europe). They were initially used for flushing birds and retrieving other small game alongside their hunting owners. Later, they became even more popular with families looking for a nice family companion and continue to serve this purpose today. They have remained one of the most popular dog breed of all time in the United States.
How To Control Springer Spaniel Barking - Is Your Dog Becoming A Nuisance? By: Phil Marks | - Do you have a problem with springer spaniel barking in your home? These great dogs are not noted for having barking problems, though they can be excitable . You do want them to bark when there's an intruder, or with pleasure when the kids come home from school, and of course, when nature calls! But annoying you? No, you really don't want that.
How To Avoid Mistakes When Choosing A Springer Spaniel Puppy By: Phil Marks | - This article addresses some of the initial choices you will need to make, and how you go about locating a breeder should you decide to become an owner of one of these great pets.
Grooming Your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel By: Lea Mullins | - Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are a small breed which has beautiful long, shiny and lustrous coat, especially when properly groomed. Special attention is required weekly or even daily if you have the time. Left for long periods can leave their coat matted, dirty, tangled and dull.
Besides the generally grooming of brushing and combing, bathing your dog regularly is also extremely important from puppy stage. This will become routine for your puppy and will not bother them as they g ... Tags:cavalier king charles spaniel, dog grooming, cavalier king
Ear Care In King Charles Spaniel By: Lea Mullins | - The King Charles Spaniel is a lovable breed of small dog classified as a toy dog. They are calm, even-tempered dogs, making them ideal pets for children. They are affectionate, friendly and generally get along well with other animals. Often an adult King Charles is the same size as other adolescent dogs.
The King Charles spaniels most noticeable feature is its ear; they are pendulous and quite long. They hang down the sides of the head just below the jaw sometimes even reaching ... Tags:dog, king charles, king charles spaniel, charles spaniel,
Springer Spaniel Ear Problems By: Phil Marks | - Like most dogs with long hairy ears, springer spaniels are prone to ear problems. This is no reason to avoid the breed - regular grooming and care of the ears will mean that your dog may never have these problems. A springer spaniel ear problem usually becomes obvious by 'smelly ears' or by your dog's rubbing at his ear with a paw. Very often both go together.
The 5 Most Common Springer Spaniel Eye Problems By: Phil Marks | - There are five main Springer Spaniel eye problems - some are hereditary and some occur because of the shape of the eye and lids. Accidents to the eye (perhaps grit getting in - we know how springers love muck and water) can also trigger a problem. Most conditions are treatable (depending on severity), and laser surgery and impants may be recommended.
Cocker Spaniel Puppies - Get Informed Before Getting A Pup By: Amy Canterbury. | - Cocker spaniels are one of the oldest breeds of dogs. Dating back to the 1300's, it is assumed that these dogs came from Spain. He or she were bred to brush game out of the brush. By the late 1600's, the breed was divided into a land and water spaniel. The English water spaniel would retrieve the birds shot by hunters within the water. Unfortunately this breed is now extinct. The land and Springer spaniels would help hunters on land catch their game. During the 1700's spaniels evolved into polis ... Tags:cock spaniel puppies, cocker spanies, purebreed puppies. purebreed cocker spaniels, cocker spaniel breeders, kennel club, family
What Are Chocolate Colored Springer Spaniels? By: Phil Marks | - A chocolate springer spaniel is properly called liver and white in color, though many people use the term 'chocolate' at first. This is one of the basic breed standard colors of the English Springer Spaniel in England - the other coloring is black and white. Both the liver and white and the black and white may have tan markings, which leads to the complete Breed Standard of fours colors (in England). English Springers with tan markings are known as Liver and White Tricolor or Black and white Tri ... Tags:chocolate springer spaniel
A Dog Fit For A President - The Faithful Cocker Spaniel By: Mia Montagliani | - In September 1952, a black and white cocker spaniel named Checkers unwittingly saved the political life of then Republican Vice Presidential Candidate Richard Nixon. After being accused of improprieties relating to a secret political fund, Nixon declared on national television that he had been given Checkers by one of his backers. In a stroke of political genius, Nixon tugged at the heartstrings of over sixty million American viewers by adding "the kids, like all kids, love the dog and I just wa ... Tags:cocker spaniel, dog, breed, Checkers, Richard Nixon, gun dog, sporting breed
What You Must Check When You Buy An English Springer Spaniel Puppy By: Phil Marks | - Buying an English Springer Spaniel puppy is the first step towards fun and companionship with these wonderful animals. It is important to get it right and these tips will help you do that. Some say "let the puppy choose you". That is all right up to a point, but you still want to be sure that the puppy is in good shape for the breed.
If you have done all the preliminary checks on the pup - parents' pedigree, prize winners in last two generations and so on then we come to the finer p ... Tags:english springer spaniel puppy
How Many Types Of Springer Spaniel Are There? By: Phil Marks | - Is type the right word? Maybe breed is better, but similar breeds usually fall under the heading of 'group' at dog shows. Anyway, we'll call them 'types' for now. There are only two Springer Spaniel types - the Welsh Springer and the English Springer, though they form part of the much larger Spaniel family.
In the 2010 Crufts Show in London, there were eight Spaniels breeds in the Gundog Group:
Field Spaniel Dog Breed History, Grooming, Living Conditions And Temperament By: Scott Lipe | - Description: The Field Spaniel's coat can be black, liver or roan. Their head and skull show high breeding and nobility. Their almond shaped eyes have a gentle expression and are hazel in colour. They are a medium sized dog that are longer than they are tall, standing at around 18 inches and weighing 40-55lbs. Their coat is long, flat, glossy and should feel silky to the touch. They have long pendant ears and have feathering on their chest, underside, legs and tail.
Springer Spaniel Rescue Centers By: Phil Marks | - Springer Spaniel rescue centers by definition specialise in Springer Spaniels. However, you can find Springer Spaniels in so-called All-Breed rescue centers, but it involves a bit more telephone work and waiting. Preparation is important.
How Many?
There are several hundred dog rescue centers in the US and in excess of a hundred in Britain. Some centers are virtual - that is online and often international. So for example if you lived in Britain and went to live in Spain ... Tags:english springer spaniel rescue
American Cocker Spaniel Dog Breed History, Health Issues, Grooming And Temperament By: Scott Lipe | - Description: This is a medium size dog that is round headed. The American Cocker Spaniel has a broad muzzle that is deep with a square jaw line. The teeth meet in a scissor bite. The eyes are round, with the lids being slightly almond in shape. The eyes are dark in colour. The exception to this rule is the Merle, and here we see blue eyes. A feature of this dog is their long, low set ears and these are heavily feathered. The legs are straight. The tails, in countries that permit docking, are doc ... Tags:american cocker spaniel, cocker spaniels, dog breed, history, grooming, temperament
The purpose of these competitions is to test the working abilities of the dog, for which, after all, he was bred. Provided the pedigree is good, then conformation is less of an issue and it is performance that counts.
Show dogs can be tested in their working abilities and achieve a Show Dog Working Certificate. Note the words 'Show Dog'. This is a much less demanding test o ... Tags:springer spaniel training
Clumber Spaniel Dog Breed History, Health Issues, Grooming And Temperament By: Scott Lipe | - Description: The Clumber Spaniel is low to the ground with heavy bones and short legs. The head is large and broad, with a deep muzzle, combined with a heavy brow. The nose is large and comes in various shades of brown. The teeth meet in a scissor bite. The eyes are amber in colour and deep-set. The chest is wide and deep, with the front legs being straight. The ears are triangular in shape, set low and hang downwards. The neck is muscular and heavy, and the fur is feathered at the throat. The t ... Tags:clumber spaniel, clumber spaniels, dog breed, history, health issues, temperament, grooming
Springer Spaniel Exercise - Five Top Tips By: Phil Marks | - These ideas for springer spaniel exercise span the amount and types of exercise for pup and adult, and what exercise to avoid in young dogs. Remember that these great dogs are bred for endurance - long days hunting and retrieving in the field. They are not bred for lots of sprinting, so their exercise profile will be different to that of a whippet, for example.
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Remember that dogs live their lives at seven times the rate that we humans do, so a 5 month old pup is ... Tags:springer spaniel exercise
3 Ways To Control Springer Spaniel Weight By: Phil Marks | - Springer Spaniels are active dogs, and provided there are no health problems and they are regularly wormed then spaniel weight should not be an issue. A normal adult male English Springer Spaniel weighs about 25 kg (50lbs), with the bitch being a few pounds lighter. These weights apply to the show dog bloodline - the working dog bloodline is a bit more slender and fine boned.
These are smart animals, loyal and affectionate and people love them - sometimes too much, and therefore the ... Tags:spaniel weight
How Do You Buy A Springer Spaniel Pup? By: Phil Marks | - Having made the basic decisions about the sex and coloring you are looking for in your new springer spaniel pup, and having located a couple of breeders with litters which are ready, then the time comes to visit the breeders and choose. How do you choose a pedigree pup - what should you check, how will you spot a pup with a problem? Here are five tips to help you choose when you buy your springer spaniel pup.
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Prepare for your visit to the breeders by reading up o ... Tags:buy springer spaniel
Why Choose A Springer Spaniel Rescue Dog? By: Phil Marks | - The right rescue dog can make a great pet and companion, but you before you decide to get one then you need to think about a few aspects. I've owned a great Springer Spaniel rescue dog and he was perfect for me and my family, but what are your personal circumstances - do you have a family or live with just your wife or husband, or even maybe alone? How much time do you have for a pet, and do you have space for a dog? These questions and more are discussed here and will help you decide.
English Springer Spaniel Dog Breed History, Description, Grooming And Personality Traits By: Scott Lipe | - The English Springer Spaniel is a medium sized, compact and robust dog. Their coat is medium-long in with feathering on the legs, body and tail. The show and field dogs can look very different, show dogs have much longer fur and much more feathering and also have longer ears. They can stand up to 18-20 inches and weigh between 50-55lbs, field dogs however often weigh less and are finer boned. They can come in many coat colors and those are, blue or liver roan, black or liver with white marks, or ... Tags:english springer spaniel, english spaniel, springer spaniel, dog breed, history, temperament
American Water Spaniel Dog By: Scott Lipe | - The American Water Spaniel is a hardy dog that is muscular and active. His head is in proportion to the body but is fairly long. It has a square looking muzzle. This has a wide nose with large nostrils that are black or can be brown. The teeth are of level bite or scissor bite. The eyes are yellow-brown in colour and can shade down to dark brown. Their eyes are wide and seem to show great personality. Their ears are set at eye level and are covered in curls, long and hanging down. Their legs are ... Tags:american water spaniel, water spaniel, dog breed, profile, info, dogs, puppies, spaniels
How To Find English Springer Spaniel Breeders By: Phil Marks | - There are upwards of a hundred English Springer Spaniel breeders in Britain and sevral hundred in the USA. In other countries though, there are fewer - particular countries have their own hunting dog preferences.
The best place to start looking for breeders is in the Kennel Club - many countries have one. Some Kennel Clubs have registration and accreditation schemes which set minimum business standards which the breeders must adhere to if they wish to keep their accreditation (as di ... Tags:English springer spaniel breeders
What Is Normal Springer Spaniel Weight By: Phil Marks | - Springer spaniel weight problems can occur just as ours do - if they eat more than they burn off, weight gain is the result. There are several possible reasons why a springer may be eating more than his fair share, and they may not be obvious to his owner.
Normal English springer spaniel size and weight is as follows for the adult Show (Bench) bloodline:
Dog: Height 18-20" (46-51 cm) Weight 50-55 lb (23-25 kg)
Boykin Spaniel Dog By: Scott Lipe | - The Boykin Spaniel breed has a classic Spaniel type head, with the wide set eyes that are almond shaped. This breed has the long pendants drop ears that have long hair. Their muzzle is straight. If permitted the tail is docked. They have a waterproof coat that is rather wavy or can be curly, but is a smooth coat. Their colours are liver and brown. They are a larger dog than a cocker spaniel. Their weight is between 25 and 40 pounds. And their height is 15 to 18 inches. This is a hunting dog, and ... Tags:boykin spaniel, boykin, spaniel, dog breed, profile, info, dogs, puppies
English Cocker Spaniel Dog Breed Profile By: Scott Lipe | - Description: The English Cocker Spaniel is a medium sized dog originally used for hunting. The dog is 15 to 17 inches at the shoulder and the bitch 14 to 16 inches and this dog will weigh between 26 and 32 pounds. The English Cocker Spaniel is a fairly compact dog with long ears. The tail is sometimes docked. The coat of this dog is medium long except of the head, where the fur is short. There is feathering on the ears, legs, underside, and chest. The usual coat colors are reddish, black, black ... Tags:english cocker spaniel, english spaniel, dog breed, profile, info, dogs, puppies
Cocker Spaniel Dog Breed Profile By: Scott Lipe | - Description: The Cocker Spaniel is a dog of small to medium size. The dog will stand between 14 and 16 inches at the withers, and weigh between 15 and 30 pounds regardless of sex. This dog has a long, silky coat, and the colors include red, black, beige, black and tan, and parti-colored. The tail of the Cocker is docked. It is an active dog, that enjoys exercise. This dog breed can live for 15 years or more.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Dog Breed Profile By: Scott Lipe | - Description: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is considered a toy dog. This dog stands 13 to 18 inches at the withers and weighs between 10 and 18 pounds. The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a long, silky coat with feathering on the legs, tail, and ears. The coat comes in four colors: Blenheim, ruby, tricolor, and black and tan. Although the tail of the Cavalier is usually left its natural length, it is sometimes docked by one third. This dog can have a life span of 9 to fourteen years. It is ... Tags:cavalier king charles spaniel, cavalier, king, charles, spaniel, dog breed, info, profile, dogs, puppies
Brittany Spaniel Dog Breed Profile By: Scott Lipe | - Description: The Brittany Spaniel is a medium sized dog generally used for hunting or companionship. This dog weighs between 30 and 40 pounds, and will range up to 20 inches at the shoulder. There is only a slight difference between the sexes. The dog has long legs and is agile and strong. The coat of the Brittany Spaniel is either liver and white or orange and white. If the tail is docked, it is left at 4 inches. The Brittany Spaniel will live for 10 to 12 years. This dog is also referred to as ... Tags:brittany spaniel, brittany, britany spaniel, dog breed, profile, info, information, dogs, puppies
English Springer Spaniel Dog Breed Profile By: Scott Lipe | - Description: A medium-sized dog, the English Springer Spaniel is 19 to 21 inches at the shoulder for the male and 18 to 20 inches for the bitch. The dog weighs 45 to 55 pounds, and the bitch weighs 40 to 50 pounds. The English Spaniel is a compact, sturdy dog with a moderately long coat. The coat is found in several color varieties, black and white, liver and white, roan, and tricolor. The ears are long and hang close to the head. The tail is usually docked, shorter in the show dog than in the f ... Tags:english springer spaniel, english spaniel, springer spaniel, dog breed, profile, info, information, dogs, puppies
How To Train A Brittany Spaniel By: DogBehaviorOnline.com | - The Brittany Spaniel is a canine breed that belongs to the sporting group. It is an excellent fowl hunter that specializes as a pointer or setter but also retrieves birds as well. They are hyperactive and very sensitive; with a temperament like a child. They get along well with kids and other animals. The Brittany Spaniel is a very playful breed by nature and always delightful fun to be around.
How To Train A Clumber Spaniel By: DogBehaviorOnline.com | - The Clumber Spaniel has a royal bloodline in its history. The widely accepted accounts of its origin indicate that it was developed by a certain Duke of Noailles in France but was transferred to England. The French Duke eventually gave his spaniel kennels to the Duke of Newcastle who lived in Clumber Park, thus the name Clumber Spaniel.
The Clumber Spaniel is a very unique breed indeed. It belongs in the sporting group and it is an excellent hunting companion just like most spaniels ... Tags:How to Train a Clumber Spaniel, Clumber Spaniel
The American Cocker Spaniel was originally developed through breeding of the English Cocker Spaniel. The American Cocker is smaller than the English version, and the English Cocker often has a finer and shorter coat of hair.
Cocker Spaniel dogs are more than just dogs. This breed loves to work and also enjoys the finer things in life. Of all of the dog breeds that are recognized by the AKC, the Cocker Spaniel dogs are among the most lovable, honorable and loyal pure bred dog breeds you will be able to find.
Training is generally easy once they realize that you are the ma ... Tags:dog breed, cocker spaniel
Getting To Know The Cocker Spaniel By: Mark Ling | - Getting to know your dog starts by getting to know its breed, and that includes getting a better idea about its appearance, personality, and health requirements. Here's what you need to know about the Cocker Spaniel:
The Cocker Spaniel is a breed of dog that falls within two separate categories. First, you have the American Cocker Spaniel and second, the English Cocker Spaniel. Historians date the Spaniel breeds to somewhere around the 16th century although the variances in bree ... Tags:Cocker Spaniel, dog, breed, health
