American Cocker Spaniel — size comparison

The American Cocker Spaniel has a rounded head, large dark eyes and a shorter muzzle than its English relative. Silky hair covers the long ears and grows abundantly on the legs and underside. Beneath the decorative coat is a compact, strong dog with free movement. Colours may be solid or particolour, and the outline remains light despite the profuse hair.

It descends from British Cockers brought to the United States. American breeding gradually favoured a different head shape, smaller size and a fuller coat. Divergence from the English type increased until the American Kennel Club formally recognised the English Cocker as a separate breed in 1946. The American retained its spaniel ancestry while developing especially as a family and show dog.

It is usually cheerful, gentle in contact and keen on human company. It may play enthusiastically, investigate scents and respond attentively to its handler. Affection often involves following family members and seeking shared activities. It is sensitive to the atmosphere of an interaction; calm human attention helps its lively, sociable nature emerge freely.

Measurement sources

• Wzorzec i idealna wysokość — FCI
• Orientacyjna masa — tabela AKC
• AKC — długość życia, pielęgnacja i historia