English Cocker Spaniel — breed standard (AKC & FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

English Cocker Spaniel — breed standard (AKC & FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

Claims

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The English Cocker Spaniel originated in Great Britain and is covered by FCI Standard N° 5.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* FCI places it in Group 8 (Retrievers, Flushing Dogs, Water Dogs).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* AKC height at the withers is 16 to 17 inches for males and 15 to 16 inches for females.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* AKC desirable weights are 28 to 34 pounds for males and 26 to 32 pounds for females.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* FCI height is approximately 39 to 41 cm for males and 38 to 39 cm for females, with weight about 13 to 14,5 kg.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The coat is short and fine on the head and of medium length on the body, flat or slightly wavy and silky in texture.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The breed is described as merry and affectionate, of equable disposition, a willing worker and faithful companion.