There are different types of Cocker Spaniels and they do not weigh the same. Some are smaller in body size and the females are smaller than the males. But whether it is a purebred Cocker Spaniel, male or female, there is a standard weight at which your Cocker Spaniel will be most comfortable.
The most common cocker spaniels are the English and American cockers. English Cocker Spaniels are considered the largest of the Cocker Spaniels. The average size of the English Cocker Spaniel, according to the American Kennel Club, is 15.5 to 16 inches (39 to 41 cm) at the withers (the area between the shoulder blades) for males, and 15 to 15 inches (38 to 39 cm) for males. .5 to 15.5 inches) ) for women. Your weight should be around 28 to 32 pounds (13 to 15 kg).
The American Cocker Spaniel was bred as a smaller dog than its English cousins. The standard size according to the AKC is 14.5 to 15.5 in (37 to 39 cm) at the withers for males and 13.5 to 14.5 in (34 to 37 cm) for females. The weight of a show dog is on average 24 to 30 pounds (11 to 14 kg). With this weight, they can be carried around comfortably, playing is easy, and they don’t get tired too quickly.
The weight of the Cocker Spaniel is an important health factor for our friends throughout their lives. Being overweight or underweight is dangerous for them (it could be a red flag for your friend’s health). If they are underweight, they may become lethargic; If there are no other health problems, which you should first consult with your dog’s veterinarian, it means that you are feeding them less than they should and that is why they lack energy. Your friend will be less playful and you will notice that he does not move as much as he should. A greater danger associated with underfeeding is that your Cocker may be affected by health problems due to a lack of proper nutrition.
That doesn’t mean you should feed them too much. An overweight Cocker Spaniel will also have health problems. It will be too heavy to run around with friends and in some cases may be too fat to move around like a normal dog. They will be at risk for many canine diseases that come with being overweight – they are just like humans and being overweight can lead to conditions associated with obesity. In either scenario, underweight or overweight, your Cocker Spaniel will not live his life to the fullest; These are wonderful, playful dogs, so if they can’t move around due to weight issues, they will start to have behavioral problems.
It is not always easy for us to be strict with our pets. I had to break my bad habit of giving my Cocker treats every time he went to the fridge. Those big brown eyes have a direct line to my heart and I didn’t think a little gift here and there would hurt her. I felt like a bad parent if I had a gift, I finished it and didn’t give her anything. This lasted until he was 19 months old when, after returning from his boyfriend, we noticed that he was quite ’round’ and didn’t run as much in the park. I was horrified he had become one of those dog owners who overfeed their dog with too many treats. I now follow the feeding instructions for his size and breed to the letter, giving him exactly 1-1.5 cups of his biologically appropriate food per day. After our rides, I give him one of the healthy treats and off he goes. Period. This started a month ago and he is already at his ideal weight. Now he runs faster and further, and has a lot of fun playing with his girlfriend in the park, a very feisty Jack Russell. He continues to look at me with those big brown eyes when I eat, but I completely ignore him and make sure he’s a proper distance away from me. From the first day I had it I never allowed begging, so I didn’t have to worry about it.
In the old days, our ancestors didn’t give much thought to what they fed their dogs, but now we know that proper nutrition is key to a healthy dog. Control the weight of your Cocker Spaniel every time you go to your Vet. Weigh them, discuss with the vet, and make adjustments to their diet as needed.
