ukpets logo
Pet Classifieds Pet Classifieds
  • For Sale
  • For Adoption
  • For Stud
  • Wanted
Post An Ad
Pet Care Blog
  • All Pet Care
  • Training Tips
  • Health / Grooming
  • General Advice
  • Interesting Articles
Tools Tools
  • Dogs
  • All Dog Breeds
  • Breed Finder Quiz
  • Compare Dog Breeds
  • Cats
  • All Cat Breeds
  • Breed Finder Quiz
  • Compare Cat Breeds
Account Account
Register
Sign In
Connect With Us:
  • Classifieds
  • Blog
Advanced Search Post an Ad
£0£2000+

The Positive and Negative Characteristics of a Sprocker Spaniel

Share this: Facebook Twitter Email

sprocker spaniel

Photo Credit: Lars Plougmann / Flickr.com

Are you considering welcoming a Sprocker spaniel home? Get to know the good and the “not so good” characteristics of the Sprocker and find out if it’s the right furry companion for you and your family!

The Good Points

A Friendly and Affectionate Pooch

sprocker dog

Photo Credit: Steven Purvis / Flickr.com

The affable and loving nature of a Sprocker spaniel is one of the traits that make it an instant favourite for countless dog owners. The Sprocker is a very devoted pet. Since this pooch thrives by being close to its human companions, it can forge a strong bond with its family.

Highly Trainable

The Sprocker is a very intelligent dog, which makes it easily trainable. With its high energy, it tends to excel in various canine sports such as dog agility. Although the Sprocker spaniel cannot compete in any official field trial or gun dog tests, it can still compete in other fun contests that are organised outside the Kennel Club.

A Remarkable Work and Gun Dog

The Sprocker Spaniel is widely recognised as excellent work and gun dog. It’s because it can easily adapt to the field. This can be attributed to its characteristic of not being skittish than its parent breed, the American cocker spaniel. The Sprocker has also retained the strong drive that enables it to hunt for extended periods of time. These traits make it greatly valued at flushing, finding, and retrieving games for hunters.

Loves Children and Other Pets

sprocker dog walking

Photo Credit: Steven Purvis / Flickr.com

This sweet-natured pooch enjoys being around children. The Sprocker is docile and gentle and can tolerate the cacophony and mischief carried out by a child. The Sprocker Spaniel can get along well with fellow dogs, provided that it is well-socialised. Cats can even be their best buddy in the same household when properly introduced.

A Quiet Pooch

The Sprocker Spaniel is not known to be an excessive barker. This is connected because it is a working dog bred to flush out and retrieve game. Doing so requires it to be quiet to avoid scaring away its target.

You might also like:

  • Should I Get Another Canine Buddy For My Dog?
  • 3 Big Ways To Make Your Dogs And Cats To Get Along
  • 5 Ways to Keep Dog Boredom Away Whilst You Are Out

The Not So Good Points

Not Born to Be a Guard Dog

sprocker puppy sleeping

Photo Credit: Robin Mulligan / Flickr.com

Due to the gentle and friendly personality of a Sprocker Spaniel, it is not a natural guard dog. It may bark to warn you if someone is trespassing in your territory, but it will not resort to using other intimidating tactics that would drive away from the trespasser.

Health Concerns

A Sprocker Spaniel is generally a healthy and robust dog breed. However, it is prone to suffer a few hereditary issues just like its parent breeds. The following conditions are some of the health problems a Sprocker Spaniel commonly faces that you need to look out for:

  • Hip Dysplasia

It is a condition where the hip joints failed to develop normally. It causes the slow deterioration of the hip joints, which can greatly affect the pooch’s mobility. If not given proper medical attention, it can lead to a loss of the hip joints’ function.

  • Hypothyroidism

When there is a lack of thyroxine production, a hormone that controls metabolism can result in hypothyroidism. The cocker spaniel is prone to this disease, which can be passed on to the Sprocker Spaniel.

Prone to Separation Anxiety

The Sprocker loves to keep its family company. If it is constantly left alone without anyone to interact with, it might develop separation anxiety and pick up behavioural issues. The company of another pooch or cat may help in keeping a Sprocker’s anxiety at bay.

Excessive Energy

sprocker puppy playing mud

Photo Credit: Alexander king / Flickr.com

This pooch has high exercise requirements since it is filled with so much energy. It requires a daily walk or runs to help it balance its energy. If its exercise requirements are not met, the Sprocker may develop destructive habits.

The Sprocker Spaniel is a great match for highly active people. Take note, though, that it is not suited to apartment living.

FREE E-BOOK

home-remedies-for-dog-health-issues
Get your FREE e-book on

Home Remedies for Most Common Dog Healthcare Issues

when you subscribe to your weekly dose of pet-infused newsletters

Packed with solutions and ideas for treating
common health issues for your dog at home.

Share this: Facebook Twitter Email

Hannah Mitchell

Related Stories

An Introduction to Canine Flyball
An Introduction to Canine Flyball
Is the Sprocker Spaniel a Good Family Pet?
Is the Sprocker Spaniel a Good Family Pet?
How to Make Dogs and Cats Get Along
How to Make Dogs and Cats Get Along
Latest Stories
  • Why Are Grapes Bad for Dogs?
  • How Big Does a Cane Corso Get?
  • 6 Natural and Cruelty-Free Cat Deterrents for Your Garden
  • Are Blueberries Good For Dogs? Top 7 Health Benefits
  • How Long Do Gerbils Live?4 Ways to Prolong a Gerbil’s Lifespan
  • 6 Healthy Homemade Puppuccino Recipes
  • Do Cats Have Periods When in Heat?
  • Featured Story

    Why Are Grapes Bad for Dogs?
    Why Are Grapes Bad for Dogs?

    Why are grapes bad for dogs? Dogs and grapes do not mix because of the fruit's unidentified toxic compound in canines. The lack of information makes … [Read More...]

    Latest Pets for Sale
    4
    Chihuahua For Sale in the UK
    Blue Chihuahua Pongo Puppy for Sale

    Cramlington

    1,100

    3
    Corn Snake For Sale in Lodon
    12x cornsnake babies for sale !!

    Orpington

    1

    3
    German Shepherds for Rehoming
    Long coat German shepherd puppies for sale

    Warlingham

    2,500

    3
    American Bullies For Sale
    American XL bullys for sale

    London

    800

    View All
    Post Pet Advertisements
    For Free!
    Sign Up Now
    UK Pets Tools Dogs
    • Dog Breed Selector Quiz
    • Dog Breeds (A-Z)
    • Dog Breed Groups
    • Compare Dog Breeds
    • Dog Names
    Cats
    • Cat Breed Selector Quiz
    • Cat Breeds (A-Z)
    • Compare Cat Breeds
    • Cat Names
       Services
    •    Pet Sitters
    •    Pet Transport
    •    Pet portraits
    •    Pet Cremation
    •    Dog Walker
    •    Dog Training
    •    Dog Grooming
    •    Dog Photography
    •    Dog Kennels
    •    Hydrotherapy For Dogs
    •    Catteries
    Dogs & Puppies for Sale
    • Mixed Breed Dogs & Puppies for Sale
    • French Bulldogs for Sale
    • American Bullies for Sale
    • Labrador Retrievers for Sale
    • Cockapoos for Sale
    • Cocker Spaniels for Sale
    Cats & Kittens for Sale
    • Mixed Breed Cats & Kittens for Sale
    • British Shorthair Cats & Kittens for Sale
    • Ragdoll Cats & Kittens for Sale
    • Bengal Cats & Kittens for Sale
    • Sphynx Cats & Kittens for Sale
    • Maine Coon Cats & Kittens for Sale
    Other Pets for Sale
    • Birds for Sale
    • Rabbits for Sale
    ukpets logo
    • About Us
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Terms of Service
    • Privacy Policy & Cookie Usage
    • Contact Us
    • Advertise
    • Pet Insurance
    • Post Free Pet Ads
    Copyright © 2023 UKPets. All rights reserved.