Warm is probably a good word to describe a Cocker Spaniel. If you are now the proud owner of a little Cocker Spaniel puppy then you can look forward to a loyal, affectionate companion as he grows up, especially if you take charge of his puppy obedience training early on in his life.

The Cocker Spaniel Breed

You most likely have either an English Cocker Spaniel with a short coat or the long coat American Cocker Spaniel which originates from its English counterpart.

This breed is extremely popular in the U.S.

Cocker Spaniels are often used for showing and of course are very popular as family dogs.

The Cocker Spaniel’s Characteristics

• Cocker Spaniels have a pleasant temperament and even borders on the sensitive side of breeds.
• Cocker Spaniels make wonderful family pets.
• You will find it relatively easy to win your Spaniel’s respect and adoration and he will find it a breeze to win you over with his entrancing personality.
• Cocker Spaniels are considered a breed that can be very obedient so training your Cocker Spaniel puppy should be a rewarding activity.

What You Need to Know to Train a Cocker Spaniel

• Because of the Cocker Spaniel’s sensitivity you need to take your obedience training lessons slowly and take a break any time the going gets tough rather than show your frustration.
• Cocker Spaniels are very responsive to kind natures but they can have a will of their own which means that you might have to coax your cocker spaniel puppy along with his obedience lessons. The word “stubborn” often crops up when people are discussing Cocker Spaniels. It pays to keep this in mind when you start the obedience lessons.
• Many a Cocker Spaniel owner has ended up with a spoiled dog. This is predominantly because the owner has given into the spaniel’s charms instead of setting the rules of the house up front. Decide ahead of time which lessons your want your Cocker Spaniel to learn and then stick to a tried program that can take your puppy through the tasks patiently.
• Cocker Spaniels, like most other breeds, can have a tendency to nip too hard when they are playing. If you find this happening, try some of the tips listed in our Stop Puppy Biting article.

In the meantime, have fun with your cute little Cocker Spaniel puppy!

~ Bright Dog Tips