can anybody who has a cocker spaniel tell me if they smell?

Question

i have to convince my parents that a cocker spaniel would be a good dog for me so could you provide me with info???
my dad thinks they smell and i totally have to prove him wrong.

Answer 1

My brother has a cocker and her ears smell horribly. She goes to the groomer once a month, but her ears can smell some that same day. Cockers can also be very tempermental. I have a Yorkie and he doesn't smell at all. :)

Answer 2

I have found over the last few years that cocker spaniels seem to have very bad allergies. They are also prone to developing thyroid. Chronic ear and eye infections... I would only purchase a pup from a repredable breeder. Ask for references and view the parents. Cockers require grooming every 6-8 weeks. Brushing at least once a week and clean the ears and eyes everyday. The feet can also become inflamed and sore. I would steer clear of cockers for now. Good luck

Answer 3

Cocker Spaniels have a horrible smell. It is a soured towel kind of smell. She has ruined our furniture with her odor. I cannot even sleep in my own bed after she sleeps there. There are two sources of smells to contend with. They are prone to ear mites (bacterial infection) which requires frequent treatment...one source. And they excrete a smell onto their skin that is intense and pungent...the second. I have tried countless shampoos and sprays...none work. She also gets groomed regularly.

They are also one of the most common biting dogs around. And they bond with one person....angry with anyone else that gets close. A very jealous breed.

There are so many wonderful breeds out there. Steer clear of this one.

Also, as far as the idea that a good dog food will make the difference...no such luck. She eats BilJack (expensive). We tried Science Diet, too. No difference.

Answer 4

CHECK HIS EARS! Pendulous Cocker ears lend themselves well to infections, for the long ear leathers prevent air circulation that would dry the ear and prevent moisture-loving bacteria from gaining a foothold. Cocker puppies must be taught from an early age to have their ears handled, for they will need to be groomed to remove seeds and other vegetative matter, tied back to encourage air circulation, and cleaned if infection does develop. Sore ears, whether from trapped vegetative matter, mites, or infection, cause a dog to shake his head frequently and often violently. Shaking can cause small blood vessels to burst and form a hematoma, which may need to be lanced. To prevent ear problems, check the ears every day. If the ears appear dirty, use a medicated solution such as Oti-Clean to clean them, not water or alcohol. To avoid injury, use a cotton ball or a bit of cotton on the finger to swab the ear, not a Q-tip. If the ears are dirty and smell, and if the dog seems to be uncomfortable, call the veterinarian. Early treatment is necessary. Some owners pluck the hair out of the Cocker's ears, but plucking may lead to further problems if serum leaks from the hair follicles into the ear. Hairs can be clipped to allow air circulation, however. Cockers should be fed in deep, narrow bowls that allow them to eat and drink without getting their ears into the food or water

Answer 5

The 'cocker smell' comes from 3 things:

1. Cockers are notoriously hard to housebreak, as a result, they often have accidents and end up with urine and feces stuck to their feet or fur.

2. Cockers often have skin problems, which, if untreated, can progress to horrible, scabby hot spots which do put off an unpleasant odor.

3. Cockers are VERY prone to chronic ear infections, and the discharge from their ears smells DISGUSTING.

All three problems can be solved with good firm housebreaking and routine bathing and grooming.

Answer 6

I don't have one but no.

Because of their ear type (the type of ears their breed has and other similar ones) you need to watch out for ear infections and ear mites. Just play with their ears alot like your a small child XD This keeps them clear of things and has air go in and out.

Your want to wash their ears more often then their bodies if whatever,.. because of the type of ears they have. Those ears were made to take in and collect smells. That's whay airing and cleaning help. But if they are properly groomed and keep their ears clear of their own drowl they are fine. If your not into grooming you should wash their ears some times XD Make sure they get water out of their canels and are exposed to air some times (I swear just play with their ears like your a small child and there will be no problem with anything if you don't get them groomed alot or anything).

Cocker Spaniels can be the cutest sweetest things,.. but they are good at haveing personalities... so.. they might not be Sweet,.. they might be playful or a tease.

They were bred for laps and cuddles for long enough for them to be excellent pets :) Just don't be carrying them around the kitchen while people are cooking or dip their ears in soup to let them have soup as a treat.

Answer 7

Your dad thinks they smell because Cocker's have a tendency to have ear problems - infections, etc. because their ears are floppy and tend to hold in the moisture.

Every breed has it's own idiocyncricies (sp), so be sure you do your homework. Also, how old are you? What happens to the dog when you go to college? Join a sports team... etc. etc.

Research and think long and hard, and if you're willing to make a 10-17yr committment, by all means get a dog.

Answer 8

ok dang... all dogs smell.. those on lower quality food (cheap food) smell more than others

kids should never be given pets... (especially cats or dogs)

ALL pets need to be FAMILY PETS - the financial responsiblity and time commitment need to be made by an adult.. what will happen to the dog when you move out??? will it find a new home (you probably wont find a landlord that allows dogs) or will it be euthanized??

in short if your dad doesnt want a pet dont push him to get you one.. it will not end well for you

save your money - when you move out and OWN your own home you can buy a dog then

Answer 9

all dogs smell.some even stink.but i doubt if a cocker spaniel smells any worse than a pit bull or a labrador.

Answer 10

I'm Sorry but the spaniel i know, who isn't mine, but a family members smells really bad, but they live in the country and let it do whatever it wants. and i have o clue how often the bathe it. However, i think you should get a king charles spaniel, they are much cuter and they don't smell at all!!! GOOD LUCK!!