Candy was seen tied up in a yard in some terrible shape. One of our volunteers couldn't help but ask the owner if she would be willing for us to help her out. This sweet dog was matted to her skin, had terrible ear infections, was VERY skinny, and had never seen a vet. Since getting Candy we had her groomed and you can now see her tiny frame. poor girls got some weight to gain but has a nice personality. She does have a mature catract in one eye which restricts her vision on one side. Because of this we would recommend a home with no small children. Someone whom is experenced with the cocker breed would be ideal!

According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, Cocker Spaniels are cheerful, sweet, and sensitive. The Cocker Spaniel is respectful of its master's authority without much challenge. Merry and endearing. A happy tail-wagger. Gentle and trusting, with average intelligence. They are lively, playful and devoted. Cockers will do okay in an apartment if they are adequately exercised, and are fairly active indoors. A small yard is sufficient. The American Cocker Spaniel is smaller than the English Cocker Spaniel and has a different conformation. The name "Cocker" comes from the woodcock, a game bird these spaniels flushed particularly well. Today, the Cocker Spaniel serves primarily as a companion and glamorous show dog. It can also be used for hunting, tracking, retrieving, watchdogging and agility. They have a life expectancy of 12-15 years.