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The value of the Cocker was appreciated over a century ago the Sportsman's Cabinet 1803, aptly describing him as follows: Spaniels, are of two kinds, one larger than the other. The smaller is called the Cocker or Cocking Spaniel, as being more adapted to cover and Woodcock shooting, to which he is particularly appropriated, and by nature seems designed. The Cocker and the old Blenheim Spaniel were probably relations, though the original variety has undergone modification. In self-coloured dogs, a white "shirt-front" is often seen.
1929 DOGS HEADS - No 33 in a series of 50, issued by Players
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The smallest and most popular of all the Spaniel family. Head nicely developed, square muzzle, distinct depression between and under eyes. Skull well developed. Eyes full, but not prominent, hazel or brown in colour and intelligent expression. Ears set low, lobular, well-clothed with long, silky hair (no curls). Long, strong, muscular neck set into sloping shoulders. Body compact. Chest deep, well-developed. Back short, immensely strong and compact in proportion to sixe. Wide, well-rounded and very muscular hindquarters. Tail not docked too short and carried in line with the back. Legs well boned, feathered and straight. Feet firm and round. Coat flat and silky. Colour: self, roans, black-and-white, etc.
1937 DOGS - No 33 in a series of 50, issued by Wills
Cocker Spaniels which are among the most popular sporting dogs in the country, were perhaps derived from a breed of small size Spaniels reared for sporting purposes in Wales and Devonshire. Cockers, owing to their small size and affectionate and merry disposition, make ideal companions. Colours: blue roan, liver roan, black, red, liver and tri-colour. At recent Kennel Club Shows there have been more Cocker Spaniels than any other breed, and the highest honours have been awarded them.
Height about 12 in.
Weight: 25-28 lb.
1931 DOGS - No 33 in a series of 50, issued by Players
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