Where is Hallmark Cockers located?
We are dedicated preservation breeders of quality AKC registered American Cocker spaniels, located on 20 acres in beautiful East Texas.
What should I look for when buying a Cocker Spaniel puppy?
Look for puppies that are calm, but also curious and friendly. As a breed, Cocker Spaniels are enthusiastic, agreeable, and affectionate, so these qualities should be evident the puppies you interact with.
Are there miniature cocker spaniels?
A mini Cocker is a scaled down miniature version of the Cocker Spaniel, bred as small as possible and weighing significantly less than the breed standard. These tiny breeds are also referred to as teacup dogs or micro dogs, emphasizing their extremely petite sizes.
Do Cocker Spaniels make good family dogs?
Yes, Cocker Spaniels make good family dogs, especially if they are well-socialized and well-trained right from the start. However, some Cockers can be sensitive and may need gentle handling, but in any case (as with all dog breeds), it’s a good idea to set up some firm ground rules for the kids to follow.
What are common problems with Cocker Spaniels?
đ¶ What are common problems with cocker spaniels? Common American Cocker Spaneil health problems include deafness, ear infections, food allergies, various eye problems (e.g. dry eye, cherry eye, entropion and ectropion), hypothyroidism, patellar luxation, seborrhea, and certain autoimmune diseases.
Do Cocker Spaniels like cats?
The temperament of cocker spaniels makes them a good playmate for cats. Cocker spaniels are sweet, loyal and easygoing. They love being a member of a family and get on well with children, visitors, other dogs and even cats, and they crave attention from wherever they can get it.
Are Cocker Spaniels one person dogs?
Cocker Spaniels are generally a âone-personâ type of dog. Meaning they attach very quickly to one person. This doesnât mean they wonât love everyone in your family, it just means theyâll love one person a LOT and theyâll love everyone else the normal amount. Cocker Spaniels are a wonderful breed of dog.