American Cocker Spaniel Portraits in Pastel by - UK animal portrait artist

 

Dog Breed Information - Cocker Spaniels

The Cocker Spaniel is an active, merry sporting dog, standing well up at the withers and compactly built.

He is alive with energy; his gait is powerful and frictionless, capable both of covering ground effortlessly and penetrating dense cover to flush and retrieve game. His enthusiasm in the field and the incessant action of his tail while at work indicate how much he enjoys the hunting for which he was bred. His head is especially characteristic. He is, above all, a dog of balance, both standing and moving, without exaggeration in any part, the whole worth more than the sum of its parts. The Cocker Spaniel is a good size for many different living conditions.The Cocker Spaniel will fit comfortably into a small city apartment and will also take full advantage of life in the country. The Cocker Spaniel is a joyful, affectionate dog who is a wonderful worker and companion