English Cocker Spaniel
Anglický kokršpaněl
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Key facts
| FCI group | 8. Retrievers, flushing dogs and water dogs |
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| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Category | Medium |
| Height at withers | 38–43 cm |
| Weight | 12–16 kg |
| Life span | 12–15 years |
Recognition features
- Long silky ears and a silky coat in many colours
- Longer muzzle than the American Cocker
- Square build, about 40 cm tall
Purpose
An English gundog for flushing and retrieving woodcock in dense cover.
History
The Cocker was recognised separately in 1892; the name comes from woodcock hunting. English and American types diverged.
Coat
Silky coat with feathering, many colours.
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