English Cocker Spaniel is a breed originally for hunting birds. These quadrupeds are active and friendly, as one of the most popular breeds of dogs. Due to the optimistic and the tail located permanently in motion, these dogs are nicknamed “cheerful cockers“. The name “Cocker” comes from the fact that the quadrupeds were used for hunting woodcock.
History
It is believed that the first document about Spaniels’ dogs is the work of Gaston PHEBUS – “hunting treaty “, dating from around 1300. In the eighteenth century were established seven breeds of Spaniels: Clumber, Sussex, Welsh Springer, English Springer, Field, Irish Water Spaniel and Cocker. Characteristics of modern race began to develop from early nineteenth century. In 1874 the first list of examples of pure Cocker Spaniel was published by the newly established British Kennel Club. At the beginning of last century-ii Cocker Spaniel American English people developed branch of the race.
Appearance
Body-parties of English Cocker Spaniel are compact, robust and medium size. The head is round and the nose is about the same length as the skull. Lobular ears should reach the nose if they are pulled forward. more…