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Advice Pages Site Index

Here you will find links to all the main advice pages within our web, use the GREEN links to navigate! Many pages contain further links to other relevant information & many pages are comprehensive (long!).

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Cocker Breed Information	~	General information about the breed (Cocker Spaniels)
History Of The Breed	~	History of the Breed (Cocker Spaniels)
Show Type vs. Working Cockers	~	Show type cockers vs. working cockers - what is the difference?
Cocker Spaniel Coat Colours	~	Cocker Spaniel coat colours
Parti-Colour Markings	~	Images showing the difference between "roan" & "and white" puppies when newborn/young

Are You Ready For A Dog?	~	Thought provoking information on how to decide if a Cocker Spaniel would fit your lifestyle & if you are ready for the commitment of dog ownership
Buying A Pedigree Dog?	~	Buying a pedigree puppy
The Price/Cost Of Puppies	~	The cost of buying a pedigree cocker spaniel puppy
Costs Of Cocker Ownership	~	Breakdown of costs of cocker ownership including initial expense & ongoing costs
First Questions To Ask	~	How to approach & work with a breeder
Questions To Ask Breeders	~	Questions to ask a breeder before buying your puppy
Choosing A Puppy	~	Choosing a puppy - guide to selecting a puppy in from a litter
What Defines A Reputable Breeder		Useful information on the benefits of acquiring your puppy from a reputable source
What Do Reputable Breeders Do?	~	Information about what makes a breeder reputable
How To Find A Reputable Breeder	~	Information about how to find a reputable breeder
Signs Of Less Reputable Breeders	~	Warning signs of a less reputable breeder
Types Of Breeder	~	Details about the various types of breeder:
		"Hobby" Breeders "Backyard" Breeders Commercial Breeders Pet Shop Bought Puppies Puppy "Farmers"
Puppy Socialisation	~	Information about the importance of puppy socialisation

Health Issues Affecting The Breed	~	Health issues affecting the breed (Cocker Spaniels):
		prcd-PRA (GPRA) FN - Familial Nephropathy Canine Hip Dysplasia Glaucoma Other Health Issues
Health Testing For Cockers	~	Information about essential health screening for dogs used for breeding:
		KC/BVA Eye Testing KC/BVA Hip Scoring OptiGen prcd-PRA DNA Test OptiGen/Antagene FN DNA Test
Eye Diseases In Dogs	~	Overview of eye diseases found in dogs
Autosomal Genetic Inheritance	~	Overview of the genetics of the inheritance of prcd-PRA & FN
Coat Colour/Pattern - Genetics	~	Show strain cocker coat colour genetics

Cocker Spaniel Coat Care	~	Information about how to care for a cockers coat
Hand "Stripping" A Cocker	~	Photos of a cocker being "stripped" (in a show trim)
Cocker Spaniel Weight	~	Cocker Spaniel weight chart
Body Shape vs. Weight	~	How to visually judge a dogs correct weight

KC Assured Breeder Scheme	~	Details of the KC Assured Breeder Scheme
The Kennel Club Code Of Ethics	~	The Kennel Club Code of Ethics. ALL breeders agree to this code when they register a litter with the UK Kennel Club
Animal Welfare Act 2006	~	Important information ALL dog owners need to know about the law relating to dog ownership in the UK
The Cocker Spaniel Club	~	The Cocker Spaniel Club Code of Ethics
Breeding	~	Are you thinking about breeding from a 'pet' dog?
		Using A "Pet" Dog At Stud Breeding A Litter From A "Pet" Girl

Types Of Breeder

Health Issues Affecting The Breed

Health Testing For Cockers

Breeding