Appearance of the Cockinese
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| The Cockinese can vary considerably in appearance, even within the same litter. Indeed, as a hybrid breed, the strongest traits of the parent breed will determine what each offspring will look like. The typical Cockinese is small in stature, with long ears and dark, intelligent eyes. Their coat can resemble either the English Cocker Spaniel, which is of medium length and silky texture, or the Pekingese, which is very long and rough. Whatever the texture of the fur, the Cockinese can be available in a variety of colors, including black, tan, red, white and brown with different markings. While the Pekingese has a very squashed face, the Cockinese seems to resemble the English Cocker Spaniel and sports a longer muzzle and open face. The Cockinese tends to lose weight seasonally and prefers mild temperatures, as it can overheat and get cold very easily. |
Temperament of the Cockinese
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| While the Pekingese tends to have a haughty, stubborn attitude, the Cockinese seems more like the English Cocker Spaniel, reflecting a kind, loving, playful attitude that shows hints of independence and a certain tenacity. If you're a first-time dog owner, the Cockinese may not be the best choice for you because, although they're highly intelligent, they can be quite difficult to train. This difficulty most likely stems from the Pekingese's independent nature and although it can be overcome with firm determination and consistency, it can be daunting for someone who has never trained a dog before. The Cockinese will make an excellent family dog that does well with children and other animals as long as they are trained and socialized early in life. They may bark at strangers at first, but will warm to new people over time. This breed doesn't tend to bark often, so if you live in an apartment, you shouldn't have anything to worry about. However, the Cockinese still has English Cocker Spaniel in its veins, so exercise is a must. |
Needs and activities of the Cockinese
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| Due to the fact that both Cockinese parent breeds are somewhat energetic and highly intelligent, you can expect your Cockinese to need a moderate amount of exercise a few times a day. Activities such as walking, training, interactive toys, fetching and going to the park are excellent ways to help tire out your dog. Training is very important with this breed as it will teach him good manners and channel his energy into something productive as opposed to destroying your personal belongings. While the Cockinese is a dog that requires quite a bit of physical activity per day, it will also be perfectly happy to snuggle up beside you and snuggle to its heart's content. This makes the Cockinese an excellent dog for any size of home, and he'll do well whether in the countryside or the heart of a city, as long as you provide him with an outlet for his energy surges. |
Maintenance of the Cockinese
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| While the Pekingese and English Cocker Spaniel seem to require a lot of work to groom, only the English Cocker Spaniel is relatively high-maintenance. If your Cockinese has the coat of the English Cocker Spaniel, grooming will be slightly more intensive and may require the help of a professional groomer every few weeks or so. Baths should take place twice a month and brushing at least three times a week at home. All this is to ensure that the silky coat remains silky and tangle-free. If your Cockinese has Pekingese fur, grooming won't be as difficult as you think. Simply brush about three times a week at home with a wire brush and rake to get right down to the undercoat. Bathing should only take place when your dog is particularly dirty, or every two months. In addition to brushing and bathing, be sure to dry your dog's ears thoroughly after each bath to avoid irritation or infection. Trim your dog's toenails every few weeks to keep them healthy and free from snags. |
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