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We got a call from Animal Control one afternoon. Someone had found a dog and brought it to be scanned for a chip. The chip came back as registered to our rescue, so Judy rushed right over--and there was Garth. He had been adopted out a couple of years ago. His fur was filthy and matted, and he was covered in flea dirt and old bites. A much needed bath and a haircut revealed the handsome dog underneath. And he was such a champ during the whole thing! He gets along well with other dogs. But what he really loves is YOU. I know, he hasn't met you yet, but trust me, he already loves you. When he meets anyone, Garth wants to give kisses, sit on the person's lap, and rub on your hand. As you can see, he's a bit of a clown--we didn't know he knew how to get up on the desk, or that he had the desire to--but he's also obedient and will get down when told.

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.