Top 20 breeds: Cocker spaniel

Group: Gun

Average size: 38–41cm (medium)

Life expectancy: 13–14 yrs

Character: Playful, intelligent, affectionate towards people

Amount of exercise: Needs lots of exercise – at least twice daily

Grooming needs: Coat needs some attention – brushing at least twice a week and check ears regularly

Specific requirements: Bouncy, happy dogs but need lots of mental stimulation to focus their energy

Suitable environment: Loves the countryside, but also suitable for urban living

Can be prone to: Occasional skin complaints, familial renal disease, entropion, ectropion

Check with the breeder for the family health history