Siberian Cocker Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Siberian Cocker is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Gentle
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

Siberian Cocker dogs are heavy shedders, they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Siberian Cocker. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

The Siberian Cocker dogs are average watchdogs. If they sense something different, this breed will alert their owner.

Siberian Husky, American Cocker Spaniel

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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Blue
Hazel
Brown

Black

The coat of a Siberian Cocker dog is generally known for its length.

Straight

A Siberian Cocker can have a litter of 6-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Siberian Cockers are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Siberian Cocker is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Ectropion
Cardiomyopathy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Liver Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Bladder Stones
Congenital Heart Disease
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency
Kidney Stones

Otitis Externa
Cherry Eye
Allergies
Hypothyroidism

Full Physical Examination
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Chest X-rays
Eye and Ear Examination
Free Thyroxine (T4) Levels

For those who lead a balanced lifestyle, Siberian Cockers may be a good choice as they have an average energy level.

Siberian Cocker have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Siberian Cocker dog needs significant physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. They are also well-suited for those who lead an active lifestyle and enjoy activities such as running, hiking, or other outdoor pursuits.

Siberian Cockers are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

Siberian Cockers tend to bark moderately, they bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or to communicate something. They may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Playing fetch, Fetch, Runnig, Training

Siberian Cockers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Siberian Cocker, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Siberian Cockers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Siberian Cocker is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Siberian Cocker should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 30-40 pound (14 - 18 kg) Siberian Cocker feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Siberian Cocker is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Siberian Cocker is between $42 - $42. This makes an average of $504 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Siberian Cocker breed is considered very intelligent and easy to train.

This dog breed is particularly attuned to its environment and the emotions of those around it. It can be easily overwhelmed by loud noises, new environments, and unfamiliar people or animals. This dog is best suited for individuals or families who are patient, gentle, and understanding of its sensitive nature. It may also benefit from a calm and stable home environment, with a consistent routine and plenty of positive reinforcement training.

The Siberian Cocker is an apartment-friendly dog breed. They can do perfectly well in apartments providing they are sufficiently exercised and taken out and about as part of their owner's daily lifestyle.

A Siberian Cockers typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Siberian Cockers are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Siberian Cockers are very friendly towards other dogs. This breed typically have a happy and affectionate temperament around dogs.

Siberian Cockers are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

The Siberian Cocker is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Siberian Cocker is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

Siberian Cocker dogs are usually easy to train, but may require consistency to fully obey commands.