Cocker Spaniel Puppy

To become an obedient and trustworthy pet, a Cocker Spaniel puppy needs early socialization, obedience training, and lots of attention since the first day it’s taken home. Prior to purchasing a puppy, read as much as you can about the breed to be ready to face possible problems. You can find a number of basic guides to puppy training and socialization on the internet, but try to meet other owners of Cocker Spaniels and ask them about typical features of the breed.

Good temperament of a dog depends both on breeding practices and the ability of the owner to train the dog. Breeders are responsible for careful selection of stable breeding stock and providing stress-free atmosphere during the first months of the puppy’s life. Though all Cocker Spaniels from reputable breeders are described as good natured, friendly, and loyal, a Cocker Spaniel puppy needs proper socialization and obedience training to become easy to live with.

Prior to choosing a Cocker Spaniel puppy, the buyer has to honestly evaluate his/her dog ownership experience and decide what sort of a dog is needed. Novice owners can obtain an adult pet quality dog that is already given socialization, housebreaking, and necessary obedience training. To deal with a 2-month puppy the owner should have dog training skills, enough time, and patience. Both pet and show quality puppies require the same amount of care and training. If the owner doesn’t plan to show or breed the dog, it still needs basic obedience course.

A Cocker Spaniel puppy should be kept indoors together with the family. To burn off its energy, the puppy should be allowed to play in the yard for several hours a day. After all necessary vaccines are made to the puppy, it may be taken for a walk. Long training sessions and difficult exercises are dangerous for a puppy under 6 months of age.

Adult Cocker Spaniels are very active, agile, lively, and curious. It’s a typical temperament of the breed that cannot be changed by training. If you want a quieter dog, choose another breed. A Cocker Spaniel puppy likes to play active games and needs much communication with the family.