American Cocker Spaniel
Breed Type: Sporting
Common nicknames: Cocker
Life expectancy: 10–14 years
It’s not just their sweet dispositions and playful personalities that make American Cocker Spaniels popular pets. The dogs are just the right size: large enough for active, rough-and-tumble families but still small enough to tag along on outings.
The breed was developed as hunting and guardian dogs, but American Cocker Spaniels quickly became popular family pets who enjoy outdoor activities and good snuggle sessions.
American Cocker Spaniel characteristics
Average height
14–15 inches (NaN-NaNcm)
Average weight
19–36 pounds (NaN-NaN kg)
Average lifespan
10–14 years
Exercise needs
Low-key activityHigh-energy workouts
Grooming needs
OccasionallyFrequently
Full-grown size
Teeny tinySuper size
Good with cats
Likely to chaseHey, new pal!
Good with kids
Needs lots of supervisionReady to play
Training aptitude
HeadstrongEager to please
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