TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Introduction 1
- Glossary of Dog Terms 3
- Chapter One: Understanding Cocker Spaniels 1
- Facts About Cocker Spaniels 2
- Summary of Cocker Spaniel Facts 5
- Cocker Spaniel Breed History 7
- Types of Cocker Spaniel 9
- Chapter Two: Things to Know Before Getting a Cocker Spaniel 13
- Do You Need a License? 14
- Do Cocker Spaniels Get Along with Other Pets? 15
- How Many Cocker Spaniels Should You Keep? 16
- How Much Does it Cost to Keep a Cocker Spaniel? 17
- Initial Costs 17
- Monthly Costs 21
- What are the Pros and Cons of Cocker Spaniels? 24
- Chapter Three: Purchasing Cocker Spaniels 27
- Where Can You Buy Cocker Spaniels? 28
- How to Choose a Reputable Cocker Spaniel Breeder 32
- Tips for Selecting a Healthy Cocker Spaniel Puppy 34
- Puppy-Proofing Your Home 37
- Chapter Four: Caring for Cocker Spaniels 41
- Habitat and Exercise Requirements for Cocker Spaniel 42
- Setting Up Your Puppy’s Area 44
- Chapter Five: Meeting Your Cocker Spaniel’s Nutritional Needs 47
- The Nutritional Needs of Dogs 48
- How to Select a High-Quality Dog Food Brand 49
- Tips for Feeding Your Cocker Spaniel 52
- Dangerous Foods to Avoid 54
- Chapter Six: Training Your Cocker Spaniel 57
- Socializing Your New Cocker Spaniel Puppy 58
- Positive Reinforcement for Obedience Training 60
- Crate Training – Housebreaking Your Puppy 61
- Chapter Seven: Grooming Your Cocker Spaniel Properly 63
- Recommended Tools to Have on Hand 64
- Tips for Bathing and Grooming Cocker Spaniels 65
- Other Grooming Tasks 67
- Chapter Eight: Breeding Cocker Spaniels 71
- Basic Dog Breeding Information 72
- Breeding Tips and Raising Puppies 75
- Chapter Nine: Tips for Showing Your Cocker Spaniel 79
- American Cocker Spaniel Breed Standard 80
- English Cocker Spaniel Breed Standard 83
- Preparing Your Cocker Spaniel for Show 86
- Chapter Ten: Keeping Your Dog Healthy 91
- Common Health Problems Affecting Cocker Spaniels 92
- Preventing Illness with Vaccinations 104
- Cocker Spaniel Care Sheet 107
- 1.) Basic Cocker Spaniel Information 108
- 2.) Habitat Requirements 109
- 3.) Nutritional Needs 110
- 4.) Breeding Information 111
- Index 113
- References 125
- Photo Credits 129
