Cockers!

Sorry I haven't been around for awhile. I visited my grandparents! Anyway, Cocker Spaniels are so cool so why don't you have a look at some facts about them:

#1. "The American Cocker Spaniel has very long hanging ears, a rounded head , and a profuse, silky, feathered, medium-length coat."
#2. "The nose is always black on black dogs, but may be brown on others."
#3. "The eyes are round, set on so they look straight forward. The eye rims are slightly oval. Merle Cocker Spaniels can have blue eyes."
#4. "The body is compact, with a short back. The front legs are straight, with good bone."
#5. "The coat comes in buff, black, and other solid colors, merle, black-and-tan (like a Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher), parti-color (white with black, white with buff or red, white with black and tan points.) Some requirements for correct markings are specified in the standard."
#6. "The tail is docked to 2/5 it's original length and is carried on a line with its back; it is constantly in motion."
#7. "Field lines generally have shorter coats which are better to work in brush."
#8. "They also have good hunting instincts."
#9. "Both types make good types."
#10. "Bold and keen to work, the American Cocker Spaniel is equally suited to life as a gundog or as a household pet."
#11. "Cheerful, sweet, and sensitive."
#12. "The Cocker Spaniel is respectful of its handler's authority without much challenge."
#13. "Merry and endearing."
#14. "A happy tail-wagger."
#15. "Gentle and trusting, with average intelligence."
#16. "They are lively, playful and devoted, but should be socialized well when they are young so they can avoid a tendency for shyness."
#17. "Cockers who understand their place in under humans, are good with children."
#18. "They love everyone and need firm, loving leadership and daily exercise to be happy."
#19. "They can be difficult to housebreak."
#20. "They are mostly easy to train and get along well with other animals and dogs."
#21. "Height: 15 1/2 inches (38 cm.)"
#22. "Weight: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg.)"
#23. "Living Conditions: Cockers will do okay in an apartment if they are adequately exercised, and are fairly active indoors. A small yard is sufficient."
#24. "Life Expectancy: About 12-15 years."
#25. "Litter Size: 1-7 puppies- Average of 5."

Info from: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/americancocker.htm
Pic of Cocker puppy from: http://www.breederretriever.com/photopost/data/582/medium/iStock_000002174748Small.jpg
Pic of adult Cocker from: http://www.europuppyusa.com/images/dog_breed_info/6_1.jpg