Health Problems Some major concern in American Cocker Spaniels are: cataracts, glaucoma and patellar luxation. Some minor concerns are hip dysplasia, ectropion, entropion, PRA, allergies, seborrhea, lip fold pyoderma, otitis externa, liver disease, urolithiasis, prolapse of nictitans gland, CHF, phosphofructokinase […]
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Temperament Bold and keen to work, the American Cocker Spaniel is equally suited to life as a gundog or as a household pet. Cheerful, sweet, and sensitive, the Cocker Spaniel is respectful of its master’s authority without much challenge. Merry […]
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Description This is a beautiful spaniel with very long hanging ears, a rounded head, and a profuse, silky, feathered, medium-length coat. The head is chiseled with an abrupt stop. The muzzle is wide, deep and broad with a square jaw. […]
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When you choose a pet in a rescue program, be prepared to go through an interview and application process. The organization wants to know these pets will be well cared for the long term. You will probably be asked about […]
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You can gain a lot of personal satisfaction by adopting your next pet through an animal rescue organization. You know you have done something to help all the homeless animals, and your new pet will show its appreciation. If you […]
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As you begin looking at pets available through rescue groups, keep in mind some of these animals have had very hard lives. You may find a dog that was abused by its owner and so has some lingering issues. You […]
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Animal rescue organizations or groups offer you a great place to get your next family pet. These groups are all different in terms of how they are run and their adoption procedures, but they do have common goals. These groups […]
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