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

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