Description:Paddy came to our local vets office from a high kill shelter after they said no one would adopt her because she had heartworms. Sadly this girl was going to be put to sleep because of this alone! She is otherwise very healthy and active! Her age is listed as 9-10 years on her paperwork but her energy says she is probably 6-7 years old! She is a wonderfully sweet dog and really loves people!
Like many dogs in the South, Paddy is heartworm positive, but don't let that stop you from adopting a great dog. We are treating her with monthly heartworm preventative, our preferred method. Many heartworm positive dogs go on to lead long and healthy lives.
Paddy qualifies for our senior for senior program, if adopted by a senior (55+) her adoption fee is $50.
According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, Cocker Spaniels are cheerful, sweet, and sensitive. The Cocker Spaniel is respectful of its master's authority without much challenge. Merry and endearing. A happy tail-wagger. Gentle and trusting, with average intelligence. They are lively, playful and devoted. Cockers will do okay in an apartment if they are adequately exercised, and are fairly active indoors. A small yard is sufficient. The American Cocker Spaniel is smaller than the English Cocker Spaniel and has a different conformation. The name "Cocker" comes from the woodcock, a game bird these spaniels flushed particularly well. Today, the Cocker Spaniel serves primarily as a companion and glamorous show dog. It can also be used for hunting, tracking, retrieving, watchdogging and agility. They have a life expectancy of 12-15 years.
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