Introduction A Cocker and the other flushing spaniels originated in the 19th century from the dogs also known as ‘field spaniels’. A very interesting fact: the smallest puppies in the litter became ‘cockers’ because they chased a bird known as woodcock. The hunters needed a small compact dog to go through brambles and other bushes. The introduction of the Cocker Spaniel gave the hunters an opportunity to flush those birds […] Introduction Cocker Spaniels may suffer from diseases common to all dog breeds, but there are also conditions of genetic nature, i.e. hereditary health issues that mainly affect Cocker Spaniels. Your dog may be very fit and active, but there is no guarantee, that your Cocker will be so healthy in the future. Every Spaniel owner should know about general heaths issues within this breed to detect possible early symptoms and […] Introduction As any other dog, a tail of a Cocker Spaniel performs an essential role in species communication. By means of the tail, a dog is able to show its mood (cheerfulness, aggression, excitement, for example). Also, a tail helps to maintain the balance in the environment, especially during swimming. But if there are some problems with the tail, they should be identified and eliminated in-time. There are some common […] Introduction Cocker Spaniel is a spotting dog traditionally used in flushing games: this breed is perfectly made for feather and fur. But today there is a tendency to use Cocker Spaniel as a companion – the dog has cheerful and lively character, is active and energetic. No matter who is your Cocker Spaniel – a working dog or a lovable home pet – there are some general rules that will […] Introduction Spanador (Cockador, Cockerdor) is a mixture between two purebreeds: Cocker Spaniel and Labrador Retriever. This breed has been recently originated in the USA as a designer dog and is already recognized by Designer Breed Registry (DBR), International Designer Canine Registry (IDCR), American Canine Hybrid Club (ACHC) and other organizations. Spanador Breed Characteristics Spanadors are smaller, than an average Labrador Retriever, but is bigger than Cocker Spaniel: it weighs about […] Introduction If your Cocker Spaniel suffers from food allergies, a hypoallergenic dog food diet might be the only one solution to get your dog back to a normal and healthy life. In this article we will give you all necessary information on Cocker Spaniel food allergy, as well as its common symptoms and best hypoallergenic food. Prone to Allergic Reactions Cocker Spaniels are known to be prone to hypersensitivity reactions […] Introduction In most cases cocker spaniels are not prone to any disease, they are healthy, very mobile and cheerful animals. But, like all purebred dogs, they can suffer from some disorders. The owners of cocker spaniels need to know what diseases their dogs can sick from and regularly monitor their health. As all dogs, they need some vaccinations and checkups at the vet. If the owners pay attention to the […] Nutrition Pitbulls are strong and active dogs. And because of that, they obviously require a lot of food to keep up all that work and generate energy. Their size should not confuse you – pitbulls’ muscle mass is considered one of the largest throughout all dog breeds. Moreover, pitbull puppies and active dogs eat almost as much, as an average human. So it’s easy to understand why all this food […] Dachshund’s pregnancy will normally last somewhere about 63 -65 days, but in some cases, the length of the pregnancy can be up to 70 days. In this article, we are going to give you some practical information concerning your Dachshund pregnancy symptoms, gestation period, how to help, and pregnancy on a week by week basis. Understanding Dachshund Pregnancy Symptoms Dachshunds, with their unique long bodies and expressive eyes, are beloved […] Boston Terrier The breed’s history started in Boston, that’s where that name comes from. Boston terriers are not a clean breed by themselves, but a cross of two dog breeds – British bulldog and British terrier. Boston terriers have a close resemblance to both of the breeds, but they appear much smaller and less strong, compared to the bulldog. The face is also different – it’s more round and less […]