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From what I can see there is a difference between the English Cocker Spaniels that compete in the show ring and the “Working” English Cocker Spaniels. I think the ”Show” ECS’s still have strong hunting habits but they have much longer hair. Also, the show dogs are groomed for that long hair. Mine on the other hand have finished hunts and in order to remove burrs from the ears a good pair of scissors has been needed.The show dogs heads have a longer and narrower shaped head, too.
Below is a link to Ryglen Gundogs. This kennel is in Illinois, and regularly has a booth at DSC. The stud dogs that are used at Ryglen are all Field Trial Champions and Winners (FTCH and FTW) from the UK. Most of the females are also from the UK and are very accomplished. Jay is now developing his own females here in the U.S.
Welcome to Ryglen Gundogs We import, breed and train some of the best English Cockers from the UK.
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