Advice Pages Site Map

Here you will find links to all the advice pages within our web, use the GREEN links to navigate!

Breed Information - General information about the breed (Cocker Spaniels)
History Of The Breed - History of the Breed (Cocker Spaniels)
Cocker Spaniel Coat Colours - Cocker Spaniel coat colours
Are You Ready For A Dog? - Thought provoking information on how to decide if a Cocker Spaniel would fit your lifestyle and if you are ready for the commitment of dog ownership
Buying A Pedigree Dog? - Buying a pedigree puppy
The Cost Of Puppies - The cost of buying a pedigree puppy
The Cost of Owning a Cocker - Breakdown of costs of cocker ownership including initial expense and ongoing costs
First Questions To Ask - Planning for a puppy and how to approach and work with a breeder
Questions To Ask Breeders? - Questions to ask a breeder
Choosing A Puppy - Choosing a puppy
Reputable Breeders - Here you will find some useful information on the benefits of acquiring your puppy from a reputable source
What Do Reputable Breeders Do? - Details about what makes a breeder reputable
How To Find A Reputable Breeder? - Information about finding a reputable breeder
Indicators Of A Less Reputable Breeder - Warning signs of a less reputable breeder
Types Of Breeder - Details about the various types of breeder
- 'Hobby' Breeder
"Backyard" Breeders
Commercial Breeders
Pet Shop Puppies
"Puppy Farmers"
Show vs. Working Cockers - Show type cockers vs. working cockers - what is the difference?
Puppy Socialisation - Puppy Socialisation
Health Issues Affecting The Breed - Health issues affecting the breed (Cocker Spaniels):
- prcd-PRA
FN (Familial Nephropathy)
Hip Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Other Health Issues
Health Testing For Cocker Spaniels - Information about essential health screening for dogs used for breeding:
- KC/BVA Eye Testing
KC/BVA Hip Scoring
OptiGen PRA Testing
OptiGen/Antagene FN Testing
Eye Diseases In Dogs - Overview of eye diseases found in dogs
Coat Colour/Pattern Genetics - Show strain cocker colour genetics
Cocker Spaniel Weight - Cocker Spaniel weight chart
Cocker Spaniel Coat Care - Information about how to care for a cockers coat
Hand Stripping A Cocker Spaniel - Photos of hand stripping a cocker (in a show trim)
The KC Accredited Breeder Scheme - Details of the Accredited Breeder Scheme
The Kennel Club - 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