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Both of these breeds make excellent family pets, both are loving and loyal. Due to the
fact that both are long coat breeds we wanted to inform people of the grooming needs
for each of these breeds. If maintained on a regular basis the long coats are amazingly
beautiful. As a breeder of long coats , We offer a grooming at a discount to all of our
puppy buyers by appointment. Please call us with any questions that you may have we
are always more than happy to answer any of your questions.
fact that both are long coat breeds we wanted to inform people of the grooming needs
for each of these breeds. If maintained on a regular basis the long coats are amazingly
beautiful. As a breeder of long coats , We offer a grooming at a discount to all of our
puppy buyers by appointment. Please call us with any questions that you may have we
are always more than happy to answer any of your questions.
INFORMATION SPECIFIC TO EACH BREED
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Pekingese are very brave little dogs, courageous to the point of
foolhardiness! They are sensitive, independent and extremely
affectionate with their master, but are wary of strangers. They are
obstinate, self-willed and may be difficult to feed and are
sometimes known to refuse to eat as much to show dominance
over its owner as to lack of appetite. If overfed, Pekingese will
quickly become overweight. They are loving to the point of jealousy.
They tend to bark a lot and make good watchdogs.
foolhardiness! They are sensitive, independent and extremely
affectionate with their master, but are wary of strangers. They are
obstinate, self-willed and may be difficult to feed and are
sometimes known to refuse to eat as much to show dominance
over its owner as to lack of appetite. If overfed, Pekingese will
quickly become overweight. They are loving to the point of jealousy.
They tend to bark a lot and make good watchdogs.
Toy Group
General Appearance
The Pekingese is a well-balanced, compact dog of Chinese origin with a
heavy front and lighter hindquarters. Its temperament is one of directness,
independence and individuality. Its image is lionlike, implying courage,
dignity, boldness and self-esteem rather than daintiness or delicacy.
Size, Substance, Proportion
Size/Substance - The Pekingese, when lifted, is surprisingly heavy for its
size. It has a stocky, muscular body. All weights are correct within the limit
of 14 pounds. Disqualification: Weight over 14 pounds. Proportion - Overall
balance is of utmost importance. The head is large in proportion to the
body. The Pekingese is slightly longer than tall when measured from the
forechest to the buttocks. The overall outline is an approximate ratio of 3
high to 5 long.
Head
Face - The topskull is massive, broad and flat and, when combined with the
wide set eyes, cheekbones and broad lower jaw, forms the correctly
shaped face. When viewed from the front, the skull is wider than deep,
which contributes to the desired rectangular, envelope-shaped appearance
of the head. In profile, the face is flat. When viewed from the side, the chin,
nose leather and brow all lie in one plane, which slants very slightly
backward from chin to forehead. Ears - They are heart-shaped, set on the
front corners of the topskull, and lie flat against the head. The leather does
not extend below the jaw. Correctly placed ears, with their heavy feathering
and long fringing, frame the sides of the face and add to the appearance of
a wide, rectangular head. Eyes - They are large, very dark, round, lustrous
and set wide apart. The look is bold, not bulging. The eye rims are black
and the white of the eye does not show when the dog is looking straight
ahead. Nose - It is broad, short and black. Nostrils are wide and open
rather than pinched. A line drawn horizontally over the top of the nose
intersects slightly above the center of the eyes. Wrinkle - It effectively
separates the upper and lower areas of the face. It is a hair-covered fold of
skin extending from one cheek over the bridge of the nose in a wide
inverted V to the other cheek. It is never so prominent or heavy as to crowd
the facial features, obscure more than a small portion of the eyes, or fall
forward over any portion of the nose leather. Stop - It is obscured from view
by the over-nose wrinkle. Muzzle - It is very flat, broad, and well filled-in
below the eyes. The skin is black on all colors. Whiskers add to the desired
expression. Mouth - The lower jaw is undershot and broad. The black lips
meet neatly and neither teeth nor tongue show when the mouth is closed.
Neck, Body, Tail
Neck - It is very short and thick. Body - It is pear-shaped, compact and low
to the ground. It is heavy in front with well-sprung ribs slung between the
forelegs. The forechest is broad and full without a protruding breastbone.
The underline rises from the deep chest to the lighter loin, thus forming a
narrow waist. The topline is straight and the loin is short. Tail - The high set
tail is slightly arched and carried well over the back, free of kinks or curls.
Long, profuse, straight fringing may fall to either side.
Forequarters
They are short, thick and heavy-boned. The bones of the forelegs are
moderately bowed between the pastern and elbow. The broad chest, wide
set forelegs and the closer rear legs all contribute to the correct rolling gait.
The distance from the point of the shoulder to the tip of the withers is
approximately equal to the distance from the point of the shoulder to the
elbow. Shoulders are well laid back and fit smoothly onto the body. The
elbows are always close to the body. Front feet are turned out slightly when
standing or moving. The pasterns slope gently.
Hindquarters
They are lighter in bone than the forequarters. There is moderate
angulation of stifle and hock. When viewed from behind, the rear legs are
reasonably close and parallel, and the feet point straight ahead when
standing or moving.
Coat & Presentation
Coat - It is a long, coarse-textured, straight, stand-off outer coat, with thick,
soft undercoat. The coat forms a noticeable mane on the neck and
shoulder area with the coat on the remainder of the body somewhat shorter
in length. A long and profuse coat is desirable providing it does not obscure
the shape of the body. Long feathering is found on toes, backs of the thighs
and forelegs, with longer fringing on the ears and tail. Presentation -
Presentation should accentuate the natural outline of the Pekingese. Any
obvious trimming or sculpting of the coat, detracting from its natural
appearance, should be severely penalized.
Color
All coat colors and markings are allowable and of equal merit. A black
mask or a self-colored face is equally acceptable. Regardless of coat color
the exposed skin of the muzzle, nose, lips and eye rims is black.
Gait
It is unhurried, dignified, free and strong, with a slight roll over the
shoulders. This motion is smooth and effortless and is as free as possible
from bouncing, prancing or jarring. The rolling gait results from a
combination of the bowed forelegs, well laid back shoulders, full broad
chest and narrow light rear, all of which produce adequate reach and
moderate drive.
Temperament
A combination of regal dignity, intelligence and self-importance make for a
good natured, opinionated and affectionate companion to those who have
earned its respect.
Disqualification
Weight over 14 pounds.
The foregoing is a description of the ideal Pekingese. Any deviation should
be penalized in direct proportion to the extent of that deviation.
General Appearance
The Pekingese is a well-balanced, compact dog of Chinese origin with a
heavy front and lighter hindquarters. Its temperament is one of directness,
independence and individuality. Its image is lionlike, implying courage,
dignity, boldness and self-esteem rather than daintiness or delicacy.
Size, Substance, Proportion
Size/Substance - The Pekingese, when lifted, is surprisingly heavy for its
size. It has a stocky, muscular body. All weights are correct within the limit
of 14 pounds. Disqualification: Weight over 14 pounds. Proportion - Overall
balance is of utmost importance. The head is large in proportion to the
body. The Pekingese is slightly longer than tall when measured from the
forechest to the buttocks. The overall outline is an approximate ratio of 3
high to 5 long.
Head
Face - The topskull is massive, broad and flat and, when combined with the
wide set eyes, cheekbones and broad lower jaw, forms the correctly
shaped face. When viewed from the front, the skull is wider than deep,
which contributes to the desired rectangular, envelope-shaped appearance
of the head. In profile, the face is flat. When viewed from the side, the chin,
nose leather and brow all lie in one plane, which slants very slightly
backward from chin to forehead. Ears - They are heart-shaped, set on the
front corners of the topskull, and lie flat against the head. The leather does
not extend below the jaw. Correctly placed ears, with their heavy feathering
and long fringing, frame the sides of the face and add to the appearance of
a wide, rectangular head. Eyes - They are large, very dark, round, lustrous
and set wide apart. The look is bold, not bulging. The eye rims are black
and the white of the eye does not show when the dog is looking straight
ahead. Nose - It is broad, short and black. Nostrils are wide and open
rather than pinched. A line drawn horizontally over the top of the nose
intersects slightly above the center of the eyes. Wrinkle - It effectively
separates the upper and lower areas of the face. It is a hair-covered fold of
skin extending from one cheek over the bridge of the nose in a wide
inverted V to the other cheek. It is never so prominent or heavy as to crowd
the facial features, obscure more than a small portion of the eyes, or fall
forward over any portion of the nose leather. Stop - It is obscured from view
by the over-nose wrinkle. Muzzle - It is very flat, broad, and well filled-in
below the eyes. The skin is black on all colors. Whiskers add to the desired
expression. Mouth - The lower jaw is undershot and broad. The black lips
meet neatly and neither teeth nor tongue show when the mouth is closed.
Neck, Body, Tail
Neck - It is very short and thick. Body - It is pear-shaped, compact and low
to the ground. It is heavy in front with well-sprung ribs slung between the
forelegs. The forechest is broad and full without a protruding breastbone.
The underline rises from the deep chest to the lighter loin, thus forming a
narrow waist. The topline is straight and the loin is short. Tail - The high set
tail is slightly arched and carried well over the back, free of kinks or curls.
Long, profuse, straight fringing may fall to either side.
Forequarters
They are short, thick and heavy-boned. The bones of the forelegs are
moderately bowed between the pastern and elbow. The broad chest, wide
set forelegs and the closer rear legs all contribute to the correct rolling gait.
The distance from the point of the shoulder to the tip of the withers is
approximately equal to the distance from the point of the shoulder to the
elbow. Shoulders are well laid back and fit smoothly onto the body. The
elbows are always close to the body. Front feet are turned out slightly when
standing or moving. The pasterns slope gently.
Hindquarters
They are lighter in bone than the forequarters. There is moderate
angulation of stifle and hock. When viewed from behind, the rear legs are
reasonably close and parallel, and the feet point straight ahead when
standing or moving.
Coat & Presentation
Coat - It is a long, coarse-textured, straight, stand-off outer coat, with thick,
soft undercoat. The coat forms a noticeable mane on the neck and
shoulder area with the coat on the remainder of the body somewhat shorter
in length. A long and profuse coat is desirable providing it does not obscure
the shape of the body. Long feathering is found on toes, backs of the thighs
and forelegs, with longer fringing on the ears and tail. Presentation -
Presentation should accentuate the natural outline of the Pekingese. Any
obvious trimming or sculpting of the coat, detracting from its natural
appearance, should be severely penalized.
Color
All coat colors and markings are allowable and of equal merit. A black
mask or a self-colored face is equally acceptable. Regardless of coat color
the exposed skin of the muzzle, nose, lips and eye rims is black.
Gait
It is unhurried, dignified, free and strong, with a slight roll over the
shoulders. This motion is smooth and effortless and is as free as possible
from bouncing, prancing or jarring. The rolling gait results from a
combination of the bowed forelegs, well laid back shoulders, full broad
chest and narrow light rear, all of which produce adequate reach and
moderate drive.
Temperament
A combination of regal dignity, intelligence and self-importance make for a
good natured, opinionated and affectionate companion to those who have
earned its respect.
Disqualification
Weight over 14 pounds.
The foregoing is a description of the ideal Pekingese. Any deviation should
be penalized in direct proportion to the extent of that deviation.
Cocker Spaniel Breed Standard
Sporting Group
General Appearance
The Cocker Spaniel is the smallest member of the Sporting Group. He
has a sturdy, compact body and a cleanly chiseled and refined head, with
the overall dog in complete balance and of ideal size. He stands well up at
the shoulder on straight forelegs with a topline sloping slightly toward
strong, moderately bent, muscular quarters. He is a dog capable of
considerable speed, combined with great endurance. Above all, he must
be free and merry, sound, well balanced throughout and in action show a
keen inclination to work. A dog well balanced in all parts is more desirable
than a dog with strongly contrasting good points and faults.
Size, Proportion, Substance
Size-- The ideal height at the withers for an adult dog is 15 inches and for
an adult bitch, 14 inches. Height may vary one-half inch above or below
this ideal. A dog whose height exceeds 15½ inches or a bitch whose
height exceeds 14½ inches shall be disqualified. An adult dog whose
height is less than 14½ inches and an adult bitch whose height is less
than 13½ inches shall be penalized. Height is determined by a line
perpendicular to the ground from the top of the shoulder blades, the dog
standing naturally with its forelegs and lower hind legs parallel to the line
of measurement. Proportion--The measurement from the breast bone to
back of thigh is slightly longer than the measurement from the highest
point of withers to the ground. The body must be of sufficient length to
permit a straight and free stride; the dog never appears long and low.
Head
To attain a well proportioned head, which must be in balance with the rest
of the dog, it embodies the following: Expression--The expression is
intelligent, alert, soft and appealing. Eyes--Eyeballs are round and full and
look directly forward. The shape of the eye rims gives a slightly almond
shaped appearance; the eye is not weak or goggled. The color of the iris
is dark brown and in general the darker the better. Ears--Lobular, long, of
fine leather, well feathered, and placed no higher than a line to the lower
part of the eye. Skull--Rounded but not exaggerated with no tendency
toward flatness; the eyebrows are clearly defined with a pronounced stop.
The bony structure beneath the eyes is well chiseled with no prominence
in the cheeks. The muzzle is broad and deep, with square even jaws. To
be in correct balance, the distance from the stop to the tip of the nose is
one half the distance from the stop up over the crown to the base of the
skull. Nose--of sufficient size to balance the muzzle and foreface, with well
developed nostrils typical of a sporting dog. It is black in color in the
blacks, black and tans, and black and whites; in other colors it may be
brown, liver or black, the darker the better. The color of nose harmonizes
with the color of the eye rim. Lips--The upper lip is full and of sufficient
depth to cover the lower jaw. Teeth--Teeth strong and sound, not too small
and meet in a scissors bite.
Neck, Topline, Body
Neck--The neck is sufficiently long to allow the nose to reach the ground
easily, muscular and free from pendulous "throatiness." It rises strongly
from the shoulders and arches slightly as it tapers to join the head.
Topline--sloping slightly toward muscular quarters. Body--The chest is
deep, its lowest point no higher than the elbows, its front sufficiently wide
for adequate heart and lung space, yet not so wide as to interfere with the
straightforward movement of the forelegs. Ribs are deep and well sprung.
Back is strong and sloping evenly and slightly downward from the
shoulders to the set-on of the docked tail. The docked tail is set on and
carried on a line with the topline of the back, or slightly higher; never
straight up like a Terrier and never so low as to indicate timidity. When the
dog is in motion the tail action is merry.
Forequarters
The shoulders are well laid back forming an angle with the upper arm of
approximately 90 degrees which permits the dog to move his forelegs in
an easy manner with forward reach. Shoulders are clean-cut and sloping
without protrusion and so set that the upper points of the withers are at an
angle which permits a wide spring of rib. When viewed from the side with
the forelegs vertical, the elbow is directly below the highest point of the
shoulder blade. Forelegs are parallel, straight, strongly boned and
muscular and set close to the body well under the scapulae. The pasterns
are short and strong. Dewclaws on forelegs may be removed. Feet
compact, large, round and firm with horny pads; they turn neither in nor out.
Hindquarters
Hips are wide and quarters well rounded and muscular. When viewed
from behind, the hind legs are parallel when in motion and at rest. The
hind legs are strongly boned, and muscled with moderate angulation at
the stifle and powerful, clearly defined thighs. The stifle is strong and there
is no slippage of it in motion or when standing. The hocks are strong and
well let down. Dewclaws on hind legs may be removed.
Coat
On the head, short and fine; on the body, medium length, with enough
undercoating to give protection. The ears, chest, abdomen and legs are
well feathered, but not so excessively as to hide the Cocker Spaniel's true
lines and movement or affect his appearance and function as a
moderately coated sporting dog. The texture is most important. The coat is
silky, flat or slightly wavy and of a texture which permits easy care.
Excessive coat or curly or cottony textured coat shall be severely penalized.
Use of electric clippers on the back coat is not desirable. Trimming to
enhance the dog's true lines should be done to appear as natural as
possible.
Color and Markings
Black Variety--Solid color black to include black with tan points. The black
should be jet; shadings of brown or liver in the coat are not desirable. A
small amount of white on the chest and/or throat is allowed; white in any
other location shall disqualify.
Any Solid Color Other than Black (ASCOB)--Any solid color other than
black, ranging from lightest cream to darkest red, including brown and
brown with tan points. The color shall be of a uniform shade, but lighter
color of the feathering is permissible. A small amount of white on the
chest and/or throat is allowed; white in any other location shall disqualify.
Parti-Color Variety--Two or more solid, well broken colors, one of which
must be white; black and white, red and white (the red may range from
lightest cream to darkest red), brown and white, and roans, to include any
such color combination with tan points. It is preferable that the tan
markings be located in the same pattern as for the tan points in the Black
and ASCOB varieties. Roans are classified as parti-colors and may be of
any of the usual roaning patterns. Primary color which is ninety percent
(90%) or more shall disqualify.
Tan Points--The color of the tan may be from the lightest cream to the
darkest red and is restricted to ten percent (10%) or less of the color of the
specimen; tan markings in excess of that amount shall disqualify. In the
case of tan points in the Black or ASCOB variety, the markings shall be
located as follows:
1) A clear tan spot over each eye;
2) On the sides of the muzzle and on the cheeks;
3) On the underside of the ears;
4) On all feet and/or legs;
5) Under the tail;
6) On the chest, optional; presence or absence shall not be penalized.
Tan markings which are not readily visible or which amount only to traces,
shall be penalized. Tan on the muzzle which extends upward, over and
joins shall also be penalized. The absence of tan markings in the Black or
ASCOB variety in any of the specified locations in any otherwise
tan-pointed dog shall disqualify.
Gait
The Cocker Spaniel, though the smallest of the sporting dogs, possesses
a typical sporting dog gait. Prerequisite to good movement is balance
between the front and rear assemblies. He drives with strong, powerful
rear quarters and is properly constructed in the shoulders and forelegs so
that he can reach forward without constriction in a full stride to
counterbalance the driving force from the rear. Above all, his gait is
coordinated, smooth and effortless. The dog must cover ground with his
action; excessive animation should not be mistaken for proper gait.
Temperament
Equable in temperament with no suggestion of timidity.
Disqualifications
Height--Males over 15½ inches; females over 14½ inches.
Color and Markings--The aforementioned colors are the only acceptable
colors or combination of colors.
Any other colors or combination of colors to disqualify.
Black Variety--White markings except on chest and throat.
Any Solid Color Other Than Black Variety--White markings except on chest
and throat.
Parti-color Variety--Primary color ninety percent (90%) or more.
Tan Points--(1) Tan markings in excess of ten percent (10%); (2) Absence
of tan markings in Black or ASCOB Variety in any of the specified locations
in an otherwise tan pointed dog.
Sporting Group
General Appearance
The Cocker Spaniel is the smallest member of the Sporting Group. He
has a sturdy, compact body and a cleanly chiseled and refined head, with
the overall dog in complete balance and of ideal size. He stands well up at
the shoulder on straight forelegs with a topline sloping slightly toward
strong, moderately bent, muscular quarters. He is a dog capable of
considerable speed, combined with great endurance. Above all, he must
be free and merry, sound, well balanced throughout and in action show a
keen inclination to work. A dog well balanced in all parts is more desirable
than a dog with strongly contrasting good points and faults.
Size, Proportion, Substance
Size-- The ideal height at the withers for an adult dog is 15 inches and for
an adult bitch, 14 inches. Height may vary one-half inch above or below
this ideal. A dog whose height exceeds 15½ inches or a bitch whose
height exceeds 14½ inches shall be disqualified. An adult dog whose
height is less than 14½ inches and an adult bitch whose height is less
than 13½ inches shall be penalized. Height is determined by a line
perpendicular to the ground from the top of the shoulder blades, the dog
standing naturally with its forelegs and lower hind legs parallel to the line
of measurement. Proportion--The measurement from the breast bone to
back of thigh is slightly longer than the measurement from the highest
point of withers to the ground. The body must be of sufficient length to
permit a straight and free stride; the dog never appears long and low.
Head
To attain a well proportioned head, which must be in balance with the rest
of the dog, it embodies the following: Expression--The expression is
intelligent, alert, soft and appealing. Eyes--Eyeballs are round and full and
look directly forward. The shape of the eye rims gives a slightly almond
shaped appearance; the eye is not weak or goggled. The color of the iris
is dark brown and in general the darker the better. Ears--Lobular, long, of
fine leather, well feathered, and placed no higher than a line to the lower
part of the eye. Skull--Rounded but not exaggerated with no tendency
toward flatness; the eyebrows are clearly defined with a pronounced stop.
The bony structure beneath the eyes is well chiseled with no prominence
in the cheeks. The muzzle is broad and deep, with square even jaws. To
be in correct balance, the distance from the stop to the tip of the nose is
one half the distance from the stop up over the crown to the base of the
skull. Nose--of sufficient size to balance the muzzle and foreface, with well
developed nostrils typical of a sporting dog. It is black in color in the
blacks, black and tans, and black and whites; in other colors it may be
brown, liver or black, the darker the better. The color of nose harmonizes
with the color of the eye rim. Lips--The upper lip is full and of sufficient
depth to cover the lower jaw. Teeth--Teeth strong and sound, not too small
and meet in a scissors bite.
Neck, Topline, Body
Neck--The neck is sufficiently long to allow the nose to reach the ground
easily, muscular and free from pendulous "throatiness." It rises strongly
from the shoulders and arches slightly as it tapers to join the head.
Topline--sloping slightly toward muscular quarters. Body--The chest is
deep, its lowest point no higher than the elbows, its front sufficiently wide
for adequate heart and lung space, yet not so wide as to interfere with the
straightforward movement of the forelegs. Ribs are deep and well sprung.
Back is strong and sloping evenly and slightly downward from the
shoulders to the set-on of the docked tail. The docked tail is set on and
carried on a line with the topline of the back, or slightly higher; never
straight up like a Terrier and never so low as to indicate timidity. When the
dog is in motion the tail action is merry.
Forequarters
The shoulders are well laid back forming an angle with the upper arm of
approximately 90 degrees which permits the dog to move his forelegs in
an easy manner with forward reach. Shoulders are clean-cut and sloping
without protrusion and so set that the upper points of the withers are at an
angle which permits a wide spring of rib. When viewed from the side with
the forelegs vertical, the elbow is directly below the highest point of the
shoulder blade. Forelegs are parallel, straight, strongly boned and
muscular and set close to the body well under the scapulae. The pasterns
are short and strong. Dewclaws on forelegs may be removed. Feet
compact, large, round and firm with horny pads; they turn neither in nor out.
Hindquarters
Hips are wide and quarters well rounded and muscular. When viewed
from behind, the hind legs are parallel when in motion and at rest. The
hind legs are strongly boned, and muscled with moderate angulation at
the stifle and powerful, clearly defined thighs. The stifle is strong and there
is no slippage of it in motion or when standing. The hocks are strong and
well let down. Dewclaws on hind legs may be removed.
Coat
On the head, short and fine; on the body, medium length, with enough
undercoating to give protection. The ears, chest, abdomen and legs are
well feathered, but not so excessively as to hide the Cocker Spaniel's true
lines and movement or affect his appearance and function as a
moderately coated sporting dog. The texture is most important. The coat is
silky, flat or slightly wavy and of a texture which permits easy care.
Excessive coat or curly or cottony textured coat shall be severely penalized.
Use of electric clippers on the back coat is not desirable. Trimming to
enhance the dog's true lines should be done to appear as natural as
possible.
Color and Markings
Black Variety--Solid color black to include black with tan points. The black
should be jet; shadings of brown or liver in the coat are not desirable. A
small amount of white on the chest and/or throat is allowed; white in any
other location shall disqualify.
Any Solid Color Other than Black (ASCOB)--Any solid color other than
black, ranging from lightest cream to darkest red, including brown and
brown with tan points. The color shall be of a uniform shade, but lighter
color of the feathering is permissible. A small amount of white on the
chest and/or throat is allowed; white in any other location shall disqualify.
Parti-Color Variety--Two or more solid, well broken colors, one of which
must be white; black and white, red and white (the red may range from
lightest cream to darkest red), brown and white, and roans, to include any
such color combination with tan points. It is preferable that the tan
markings be located in the same pattern as for the tan points in the Black
and ASCOB varieties. Roans are classified as parti-colors and may be of
any of the usual roaning patterns. Primary color which is ninety percent
(90%) or more shall disqualify.
Tan Points--The color of the tan may be from the lightest cream to the
darkest red and is restricted to ten percent (10%) or less of the color of the
specimen; tan markings in excess of that amount shall disqualify. In the
case of tan points in the Black or ASCOB variety, the markings shall be
located as follows:
1) A clear tan spot over each eye;
2) On the sides of the muzzle and on the cheeks;
3) On the underside of the ears;
4) On all feet and/or legs;
5) Under the tail;
6) On the chest, optional; presence or absence shall not be penalized.
Tan markings which are not readily visible or which amount only to traces,
shall be penalized. Tan on the muzzle which extends upward, over and
joins shall also be penalized. The absence of tan markings in the Black or
ASCOB variety in any of the specified locations in any otherwise
tan-pointed dog shall disqualify.
Gait
The Cocker Spaniel, though the smallest of the sporting dogs, possesses
a typical sporting dog gait. Prerequisite to good movement is balance
between the front and rear assemblies. He drives with strong, powerful
rear quarters and is properly constructed in the shoulders and forelegs so
that he can reach forward without constriction in a full stride to
counterbalance the driving force from the rear. Above all, his gait is
coordinated, smooth and effortless. The dog must cover ground with his
action; excessive animation should not be mistaken for proper gait.
Temperament
Equable in temperament with no suggestion of timidity.
Disqualifications
Height--Males over 15½ inches; females over 14½ inches.
Color and Markings--The aforementioned colors are the only acceptable
colors or combination of colors.
Any other colors or combination of colors to disqualify.
Black Variety--White markings except on chest and throat.
Any Solid Color Other Than Black Variety--White markings except on chest
and throat.
Parti-color Variety--Primary color ninety percent (90%) or more.
Tan Points--(1) Tan markings in excess of ten percent (10%); (2) Absence
of tan markings in Black or ASCOB Variety in any of the specified locations
in an otherwise tan pointed dog.
The Cocker Spaniel was originally bred as a hunting dog. Their job is
to help the hunter find, flush, and retrieve upland game birds. Despite
the fact that their appearance has altered significantly since the early
days, our wonderful breed can still hold it's own as a hunting
companion, for this reason we breed for companion and hunting to
preserve the natural hunt instinct in our Cocker Spaniels.
to help the hunter find, flush, and retrieve upland game birds. Despite
the fact that their appearance has altered significantly since the early
days, our wonderful breed can still hold it's own as a hunting
companion, for this reason we breed for companion and hunting to
preserve the natural hunt instinct in our Cocker Spaniels.