Sammy was a stray and loves to be carried around. He's a Cocker Spaniel-Terrier mix and is believed to be housebroken. If you would like to adopt Sammy, call the L.A.

Understanding the Context

City North Central shelter at ... ABC30 Action News: Pet of the Week:1-year-old Cocker Spaniel mix named Sammy Is the Cocker Spaniel the right breed for you? Learn more about the Cocker Spaniel including personality, history, grooming, pictures, videos, and the AKC breed standard. Cocker Spaniels were originally bred as hunting dogs in the UK, with the term "cocker" deriving from their use to hunt the Eurasian woodcock.

Key Insights

When the breed was brought to the United States, it was bred to specialize in hunting the American woodcock. Cocker Spaniels were revered as hunting dogs, but they’re now a beloved companion breed. They are smart, eager to please, and friendly as long as they’ve been trained properly. Second Chance Cocker Rescue is excited to share that one of our board members, who is also an adopter and dedicated volunteer, has recently moved to Northwest Arkansas! With her now living in the area, we’re hoping to grow our local foster network to help more Cockers in need.

Final Thoughts

SECOND CHANCE COCKER RESCUE – Saving lives, one dog at a time. Cocker spaniels are known for personality traits such as playfulness, fun, high-energy, and intelligence. They are fearless dogs that enjoy going on adventures and finding new ways to play with their people.