The Cocker Spaniel is a breed of dog that falls within two separate categories. First, you have the American Cocker Spaniel and second, the English Cocker Spaniel. Historians date the Spaniel breeds to somewhere around the 16th century although the variances in breeds did not become well known until around the 19th century. Most people think of Spaniels as being game retrievers, but they were actually used to flush out game for hunters.
This particular breed is very trusting and eager to please, making them a great family pet. While the Cocker Spaniel has an outgoing personality, this is also an easy to train dog. The only thing to remember is that some breeds require a firm hand during training but the Cocker Spaniel is not one. Instead, you want to provide gentle training for better results.
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