Watch for information for the following shows:Find local Cocker Spaniel Puppies for sale on our site Cocker Spaniel Puppies are medium dogs with long feathery coats in colors ranging anywhere from cream, brown, tan, black to white. They have long, droopy ears and long tails that always seem to be wagging happily! These dogs are eager to work or play, as they are ideal as both household pets and gun dogs. In the household, they are sweet, gentle, and playful but sometimes shy. Cocker Spaniels are extremely respectful of their masters' authority and love to go outside for walks for physical and mental exercise. With a ton of love, these pups can be excellent and loyal household pets. If you are interested in owning your own, browse this page of Cocker Spaniel Puppies for Sale and take home your new best friend today!Explore Sale California, California Cocker and more!Cocker Spaniel BreedersPuppies For SaleCocker SpanielPuppysSpanielsCaliforniaFor SaleDiesel pictured with owner Marie Shacklady (left) and vet Rosie Daniels weighs a whopping six stonesA cocker spaniel has ballooned to six stones after his owner gave out cheese on toast treats while she was grieving over the death of her mother.

Four-year-old Diesel piled on the pounds after his owner Marie Shacklady, from Blackpool, tried to move on from her mother's passing.She bought the cocker spaniel to cheer herself up but admitted she was soon dishing out unhealthy snacks because he was 'helping' her through her trauma.Although Diesel was the largest pup in the litter when he was adopted, vets from PDSA (The People's Dispensary for Sick Animals) warned her he was carrying more than double his ideal weight.Homes For Sale Lake TawakoniMrs Shacklady, 52, said her wake-up call came when Diesel bounded off her sofa and hurt his back paw. Houses For Sale Car ColstonShe said: 'My mother died in August 2011 and I was feeling very down. Viva Air Purifier Via 1In the New Year, I went to look around some kennels and ended up taking on Diesel.'My mum used to watch the TV programme Send in the Dogs and her favourite dog was a Spaniel called Diesel, so that's how I picked his name.'I admit I used to give him too many treats.

He loves toast, with butter or cheese, and I used to give him a bit of sandwich if I was having one.'I would look at him, especially when I was still grieving my mother, and would just give him a treat because he was helping me through everything.' PDSA vets have advised Mrs Shacklady to change the diet of Diesel, who weighs five stone 10lbs (38kg), and to increase his exercise.Mrs Shacklady added: 'We're now going on long walks on the beach every day and hopefully we can help him lose some of the weight.' Diesel, pictured, grew in size due to the treats given to him by Mrs Shacklady. She said his favourite snacks were buttered toast and the occasional sandwich Mrs Shacklady rewarded Diesel, pictured, with the snacks because he 'helped' her get through the difficult mourning period after her mother's deathVet Vicki Larkham-Jones said: 'Our research shows that vets are reporting increasing numbers of obese pets and that is a worrying trend.'Just like in humans, obesity can lead to serious complications for our pets and it's important to recognise if your animals are carrying too many pounds.'Thankfully in Diesel's case

, Marie has taken advice from our vets and with increased exercise and a tight control on what he's fed, he can hopefully look forward to a happier and healthier future.'PDSA has warned of a national pet obesity crisis with new research indicating that nearly five million cats, dogs and rabbits are receiving inappropriate treats such as cake, chocolate, chips, takeaway and even alcohol.I have owned and operated a successful grooming business, am an award winning groomer and photographer, have given lectures on grooming, conditioning and handling show dogs. I have bred numerous American and Canadian Champions including the most versatile English Cocker Spaniel, and first in Breed History to title in all 5 AKC events. I have judged sweepstakes for several breeds, and am currently an owner handler of Pointers exhibiting in conformation, Hunt Tests and Field Trials. Some of my recent accomplishments are capturing the sports greatest Breed prize three times, owner handling my Pointer to Best In Show

at the 2002 American Pointer Club National Specialty, and Best In Show at the 2004 Pointer Club Of Canada National Specialty, making Breed History as the only Pointer to win both Nationals in the USAWinning Multiple All Breed Best In Shows with several Pointers , multiple BOB wins at Westminster, Specialty wins, exhibiting several # 1 Pointers, and owning 6 out of the top 10In 2003 Lacey won an AOM at the APC National Specialty and in 2004 was WB  & AOM at the PCOC NationalIn 2005 El won multiple Group Firsts. In 2006 Bonnie won a Best In Show  and an AOM at the APC National Specialty and was # 1 Pointer bitch, in Jan 2007 she was #1 Pointer All Systems. In 2006 Becky was APC National Specialty Best Bitch In Show, in March 2007 Becky was # 1 Pointer All Breed and a Best In Show winner, she was Best of Breed at Westminster 07 and made the cut inIn 2006 & 2007 Wilma won multiple Specialties, Best Puppy In Shows and multiple Group Firsts, she was first AOM at the 07 APC

In 2007 Holly was Best In Show at the APC National Specialty, # 1 Pointer All Systems, multiple Best In Show winner, aoAmerica's Top Sporting Dogs! In 2008 Holly is currently # 1 Pointer All Systems, # 1 Swas Best of Breed and Group 2 at Westminster, is one of America's Top Dog's All Breeds, the Breed winner of the 2008 APC National Specialty, and has 87 All Breed Best In Shows!  Holly is now the top winning Pointer in breed history! I was the recipient of the CCKC's Achievement Award in 2003 and the Good Sportsmanship Award in 2006. My involvement with many dog organizations has brought me much enjoyment for many years. The Pointer Club Of America, The Pointer Club Of Canada, Pointer Association of New England, The English Cocker Spaniel Club Of America, The Northeast English Cocker Spaniel Club and the Cape Cod Kennel Club where I have served since 1978 as a member, officer, on the Board Of Directors, the AKC Delegate, V. President and Show Chairperson for the CCKC