Is it better to have two cockers in the house then one. We have a 4yr old female and thinking of getting another cocker will they get along?

1. Is it better to have two cocker spaniels?
2. Do cocker spaniels do well with other dogs?
3. Are male or female cocker spaniels better?
4. How long can cocker spaniels be left alone?
5. How often does a cocker spaniel need to be groomed?
6. Can cocker spaniels be black?
7. Is it better to have two dogs of the same breed?
8. What Colour cocker spaniel is best?
9. Are female cocker spaniels aggressive?
10. Are show cockers calmer than working cockers?
11. What should I look for when buying a cocker spaniel puppy?
12. Do cocker spaniels bark a lot?
13. Can cocker spaniels be aggressive?
14. Can you over exercise a Cocker spaniel?

Is it better to have two cocker spaniels?

End of dialog window. Cocker spaniels do like the company of other dogs and they definitely enjoy having another Cocker around. Two Cocker spaniels living together will play, sleep and enjoy each other's company but, there is also a risk of fighting and bad habits forming if you are not careful.

Do cocker spaniels do well with other dogs?

Cocker spaniels are energetic sporting dogs. They love to play with their humans and other dogs alike. They're one of the most popular dog breeds, according to the American Kennel Club. ... Next: This fun-loving pup gets along with other pets.

Are male or female cocker spaniels better?

The male and female Cocker spaniel are very different in terms of appearance, size, temperament, and personality. ... Female Cockers generally make better pets because they are calmer and less active than males which makes them easier to live with in an apartment setting or other small space.

How long can cocker spaniels be left alone?

Cocker Spaniels are known for suffering with separation anxiety, so it's best to have someone with them during the day. It's important that your Cocker is never left alone for more than four hours, but even this may be too much for your dog to handle.

How often does a cocker spaniel need to be groomed?

A cocker spaniel should be groomed every 4 – 6 weeks, with special attention to the ears weekly. Cockers are a sporting breed and are bred to flush game in the field and may need to be bathed as often as weekly or bi-weekly to keep them in good shape.

Can cocker spaniels be black?

The coat is a solid color (black or light cream to red to brown), or parti-color (two or more colors, one of which is white). Grooming is an intense — and potentially expensive — proposition for the Cocker Spaniel.

Is it better to have two dogs of the same breed?

For the happiest dogs and the safest household, opposite sex dogs almost always do best together. Many same-sex combinations of dogs will fight, sometimes to the death. Those who work out a dominance order may not fare much better.

What Colour cocker spaniel is best?

The lemon and white, red and white, sable, sable and tan, and sable and white are not considered standard. Blue roan is the most popular color choice.

Are female cocker spaniels aggressive?

Cocker Spaniels are generally not aggressive dogs, instead being mostly affectionate, playful and friendly in temperament. ... While rare, some Cocker Spaniels have a behavioral disorder known as 'Cocker rage syndrome' or 'sudden onset aggression.

Are show cockers calmer than working cockers?

Show cockers will often have a calmer disposition than workers but are still high energy compared to other breeds, and there are exceptions to each dog. It's important to remember show cockers and working cockers have the same ancestors, so there are also show cockers that work brilliantly in the field.

What should I look for when buying a cocker spaniel puppy?

Look for puppies that are calm, but also curious and friendly. As a breed, Cocker Spaniels are enthusiastic, agreeable, and affectionate, so these qualities should be evident the puppies you interact with.

Do cocker spaniels bark a lot?

Cocker Spaniels can be high strung, vocal dogs, so your Cocker Spaniel is particularly prone to develop a habit of barking at delivery people. The reason this behavior can be difficult to eradicate is that the behavior is self-rewarding.

Can cocker spaniels be aggressive?

A floppy-eared, innocent-looking breed may be one of the world's most aggressive dogs, according to a new study. The Spanish study found that English cocker spaniels tend to be more hostile than other breeds.

Can you over exercise a Cocker spaniel?

A Cocker spaniel puppy will need regular, short walks, as he will get tired easily, and too much vigorous exercise at a young age, could lead to injury. If you have a yard or garden then a puppy will enjoy scampering around. This is also a good opportunity to introduce puppy toilet training.