Cocker Spaniels are small sized spaniels.
They are only 14 - 16 inches in length and weigh about 15 - 30 pounds.
They are usually black in color but can have tan and other solid colors too.
It is a very adaptable dog and does well in an apartment as well as in the outdoors like countryside.
They have a life span of 12 years to 15 years.
They tend to have a litter size of 2 - 7 puppies and the average litter size is 5.
Cocker Spaniel shows boundless energy and some great temperament.
They are wonderful pets for families as they love being around with people.
They can be a great pet for a single person also because they can bear with being alone for some time period; but remember to give them lots of attention when you are at home.
They have a medium length silky coat.
It makes it quite easy to take care of the maintenance of this dog.
It has a dome-shaped head with long, hairy ears.
It has soft-looking, round and dark eyes with a twinkle in them.
Its muzzle gets broader and square-shaped between around the eyes and nose.
It has a large nose; usually it is black-colored in dark coated cocker spaniels and brown-colored in light coated spaniels.
It has a very short but erect neck; muscular shoulders and rather short legs.
The coat on the legs is well-feathered so it makes them look a bit heavier.
These dogs are natural retrievers and great athletes.
They have been used as a pet and as a gun dog too, which shows their capability of adjusting to all nees.