Clearly, treatment is not the issue here, it is genetics and it is breed. It is a cross between the English Springer Spaniel and the American Pit Bull Terrier.The best way to determine the temperament of a mixed breed is to look up all breeds in the cross and know you can get any combination … Applied Animal Behaviour Science 52:215-227Podberscek, A.L.
Every dog’s behavior is first and foremost controlled by its genetics, something that can never be changed by training, socialization or love. They were not being fought, or used to guard drug operations.
Sian: Cocker spaniel-springer A cocker spaniel-springer mix received severe abdominal wounds after being attacked by two loose pit bulls in Petworth, D.C. They're very friendly dogs and have many positive traits.
He will ship a puppy “anywhere in the world”, even to countries where dog fighting is legal. Most have horrible confirmation, and none of the listed breeders do any health testing. Description. Cocker Spaniel Dalmatian Mix Temperament.
to the front door, but that's probably as far as it goes.They Pit bull advocates, however, refuse to apply this principle to their breed.But this indiscriminate breeding came with a price...the breed suffered from serious temperament problems, and genetic seizure disorders like "rage syndrome", where the dogs suddenly lash out biting at anything near them. No one was breeding cocker spaniels FOR aggressive temperaments, as guard dogs, as fighting dogs, etc. Traits that have been bred into all pit bulls for the fighting purpose include attacking without prior warning, a heightened sense of excitement that can lead to aggression, and the ability to hold on and continue to fight despite physical pain. Of course it is related to the type of dog it is! We've all heard the mantra, the question is, what does it mean and what does it reveal about genetics, breeding, cocker spaniels and pit bulls? Cocker Spaniel Temperament: Conclusion. They fail to see these dogmen for what they really are; greedy sadists who are simply making a buck off of the suffering of these animals.The pols should keep this in mind when they capitulate to the pro-pit lobby on BSL….this is the strange and scary group of dog owners, criminals, and animal abusers whose warped logic finds it perfectly acceptable to continue to breed dogs that want to slaughter other dogs.Excellent Comment About Genetics and Pit Bulls by user steve_lundeberg“Your premise that “aggressiveness or other problem behaviors in any dog aren’t really related to the type of dog it is” is completely backward. I stress this for any breed of dog, not just for the Cocker Spaniel.Cockers have a medium to high prey drive making them excellent gun dogs. Tom Garner is one of the most prominent and well-known breeders of fighting dogs in the world….do you think the people who have dogs shipped to them from his kennel are looking for a nice family pet? It is not intended to replace the advice and treatment of your veterinarian. These days, the Cocker spaniel is ranked down at #25, but his jolly personality, versatile size, and intelligence still make him a popular choice for people looking for a family pet. Pit bulls, which have been selectively bred for fighting another dog to the death in a pit, it seems, are unaffected by genetics. Without doubt, the Spaniel is a beautiful looking dog; their adoring brown eyes and soft droopy ears, their silky soft coat, but most of all, it's their loving temperament which makes them the most popular of the Spaniel breed. Cocker Spaniels are known for prolific hair growth. But whatever he's doing, his tail will be wagging back and forth so enthusiastically that his whole back end will be wagging...the tail will almost be wagging the dog!Cocker Spaniels are very intelligent and so eager to please, which makes training them a walk in the park.And let's face it, there's nothing better to see than a well-trained Cocker Spaniel!However, it's best to use positive training practices and Cockers adore being around the family and are particularly good with OK, well, there is a whole [phone book] with pest control people, but we have gotten into the mode where every single call we respond to,” Pawlowski said. Luckily, both the Cocker Spaniel and the Dalmatian are intelligent breeds who are eager to please and enjoy their families. Veterinary Record, 141: 73-76I clicked on the first link for World’s Largest RedNose Pit Bulls. Through our work, we hope to protect both people and pets from future attacks. This difference clearly shows which people are calm, educated, and logical.The WikiAnswers person is clearly a pit bull advocate. and their original hunting instincts are never very far below the surface.My dog Max is testament to that because he'll chase just about anything that moves when we're out in the vineyards! Please don’t continue the spread of misinformation but instead become greater educated yourself by reading sites like Pit Bull Rescue Cenral and the Real Pit Bull Terrier.