Cocker Spaniel (American)

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The American Cocker Spaniel is quite distinct from the better known English style Cocker Spaniel, even though he is a direct descendant. He is a smaller dog, proportionately less heavy, with a much more luxuriant coat and a distinctive chiselled head. Developed in the United States to hunt and put up game under American conditions, he is one of the more popular breeds in that country, particularly in the showring where he presents a spectacular picture.

He retains the full complement of traditional Cocker characteristics, being sturdy, well-balanced and active, possessing speed combined with stamina and most importantly, an intelligent and merry disposition. He is a responsive and willing worker both in the field and as a companion. Like his English cousin, he is noted for his love and faithfulness to his master and household, plus his cheerful, happy-go-lucky attitude to life. He is friendly, affectionate and playful, and makes a lovely family pet.

The American Cocker requires plenty of exercise and above all a great deal of grooming, including trimming of his high maintenance coat.

Ideal height: Dogs 38.1cm
Bitches 35.6cm
Weight approximately 12kg

For further information on this breed

and where to obtain a puppy contact:

Australian Capital Territory

ACT Canine Association Inc

Phone: (02) 6241 4404

Email: administrator@actca.asn.au

New South Wales

American Cocker Spaniel Club

Mr K Griffin, Ph: (02) 9628 7062, 0418 160 477

Northern Territory

The North Australian Canine Association Inc.

Phone: (08) 8984 3570

Email: naca1@bigpond.com

Queensland

Canine Control Council (Queensland)

Phone: (07) 3252 2661

South Australia

South Australian Canine Association Inc

Phone: (08) 8349 4797

Email: info@saca.caninenet.com

Tasmania

Tasmanian Canine Association Inc

Phone: (03) 6272 9443

Email: tca@iprimus.com.au

Victoria

American Cocker Spaniel Club of Victoria Inc.

Puppy Officer : Helen Pereyra (03) 9789-8440

Western Australia

Canine Association of Western Australia (Inc) 

Phone: (08) 9455 1188 

Email:k9@cawa.asn.au