The English Cocker Spaniel is known for its long, drooping Ears which if fall forward can reach the tip of the dog's nose with ease. English Cocker Spaniel Ears are one of the main characteristics of the breed, accompanied perfectly by their cute and innocent demeanour.
The English Cocker Spaniel is prone to ear infections and during the summer, the Ears should be checked often. Hanging as close to the ground as they do, they can become host to regular ticks and burrs, which are often the cause of acute deafness.
When owning an English Cocker Spaniel, it must be made sure that their Ears are washed and cleaned regularly when bathing, as well as dried thoroughly to ensure that their Ears do not become sore or painful.
One of the quirkiest facts about an English Cocker Spaniel is when they hear a distinctive noise, their Ears will flap and rise slightly. Many owners find this humorous, but also extremely useful - especially to those owners with hearing impairments - as they can often tell by this act when someone is walking towards the door of their home,