INTRODUCTION

The Golden Cocker Retriever is a mixed breed dog, a cross between the Golden Retriever and Cocker Spaniel dog breeds. Sweet, playful and intelligent, these puppies inherit some of the best qualities of their two parents.Golden Cocker Retrievers also go by the names Cogol and Dakota Sport Retriever. You can find these mixed breed dogs in shelters and breed-specific rescues, so remember to always adopt. The Golden Cocker Retriever is a very affectionate and playful dog. It is a mixed breed that makes a top-notch family dog: it will want to participate in all your daily activities, whether it’s cuddling and lounging on the sofa or going on outings and running errands. Although speaking of activities, the Golden Cocker Retriever is an energetic breed that will require a great deal of exercise-this is not a flat dog.

HIGHLIGHTS

The Golden Cocker Retriever is a mixed breed dog. The Golden Cocker Retriever’s coat is usually black or light brown in colour. This mixed breed sheds, so brush the coat daily if possible and watch for any possible staining. This is a gentle, playful mixed breed that will happily become a playmate with your children. It is not a dog that will get along well if left alone for long periods of the day. Remember that he is also an intelligent dog, so you will need to incorporate obedience and fetch tasks into his daily routine to maintain his intelligence.

HISTORY

As a more recent designer dog breed, there is not much information available on the exact origin of the Golden Cocker Retriever, although it is suspected that the breed first appeared on the scene within the last two decades. Developed in Scotland, the Golden Retriever has always been famous for its high intelligence and its ability to perform agility and obedience tasks. As for the Cocker Spaniel, this breed hails from Spain, where it started out as a hunting dog with a special expertise in tracking and scaring birds. So consider contacting local rescue groups and shelters if you are thinking of adding a Golden Cocker Retriever to your home.