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Popcorn and his sister Poppit are pure bred Cockers from a professional breeder. They were given as a gift to a woman by her daughter. Although she appreciated the gesture, she really didn't want a pair of puppies. As a benefactor of Pet Rescue by Judy, she knew just who to call to find them good homes! And that is what we will do. Like a lot of cocker spaniels, they seem uneasy around children so we think it best that they go to an adult home. They seem quite petite, but of course they are still quite young. They love other dogs - had a wonderful time with my Basset - and we wagging their tails when my cat came up and sniffed their crates - I'm assuming that is because they like cats and not because they thought it was dinner time! Popcorn seems a bit more self-assured than his sister Poppit and more housetrained. We are hoping that they will be adopted together. Please be aware that Cocker Spaniels require more attention than the average bear - they require grooming, attention to ear and eye health, and lots of love. Indeed, they've both been to the groomers since I took these pictures and could now grace the cover of a Cocker Spaniel manual!


***Are you familiar with the Cocker Spaniel? According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, they are cheerful, sweet, and sensitive. The Cocker Spaniel is respectful of its master's authority without much challenge. Merry and endearing. A happy tail-wagger. Gentle and trusting, with average intelligence. They are lively, playful and devoted. Cockers will do okay in an apartment if they are adequately exercised, and are fairly active indoors. A small yard is sufficient. The American Cocker Spaniel is smaller than the English Cocker Spaniel and has a different conformation. The name "Cocker" comes from the woodcock, a game bird these spaniels flushed particularly well. Today, the Cocker Spaniel serves primarily as a companion and glamorous show dog. It can also be used for hunting, tracking, retrieving, watchdogging and agility. They have a life expectancy of 12-15 years.