New puppy, sprocker

littleredhen

Pop_Up_Pirate wrote: »

A "sprocker" is not a breed. It's a mixed, a mongrel, a mutt so maybe save yourself a few hundred quid and not buy into this racket.

There are loads of great mixed breeds out there in rescue that will love a new home.

Unfortunately I have been to dogs trust and tried really hard to adopt through them, I know it's a mongrel but thanks for you message

Mojisola

littleredhen wrote: »

Unfortunately I have been to dogs trust and tried really hard to adopt through them

Have you had problems with DT or haven't you found a dog that you liked?

Caroline_a

sheramber wrote: »

I t does depend on the breed and the individual dog.

A German Shepherd will naturally stay close and check in but a spaniel is programmed to flush birds out from the undergrowth so are very busy little dogs who want to go rummaging in bushes and hedgerows.

My blooming German Shep didn't!! He went to training classes every week, passed all his exams for Good Citizen but off-lead until he was 2+ he was a total nightmare. I used to walk twice as far as he did, going to get the bu99er back! He never did any harm or chased after any dog, but oh my goodness he had selective hearing!! Putting him on a long line made no difference, he was too damn clever for his own good, knew that he was on a line but unlease it and he'd wander off to find something more interesting....Now he's older (7) he does stay relatively close, but even so comes in his own time!

However.... my Spinone who was bred to be a hunting dog has a recall by whistle on a sixpence, never known a recall like it! Did I teach him it.... err no, he just 'got it'!

Dogs... humph....

adandem

I have owned a Cocker, he died last year and we got him as a puppy.
I have also fostered a Springer. The Springer was calm for a Springer but far higher energy levels. Is your Sprocker a cross with a working or show type Cocker?
Don't worry too much about off lead walking at the moment, but when you do, your dog probably won't be the type to walk alongside you, they'll be off everywhere.
I highly recommend crate training, this needs time invested. Be prepared to spend a lot of time with your puppy, don't leave them alone for too long and build it up. A puppy/dog with separation anxiety is a serious problem. Be very consistent with toilet training, we got up through the night to our dog.
Socialise the puppy, lots of positive experiences and exposure to every day life.
Careful introductions to your cat too, discourage any chasing. This is where a crate can help but make sure your cat has exits and high places away from the puppy.
I hope the breeder grilled you, ours did before we got to see him at all. We did the same with the potential adopters of our foster dog.
Good luck!!

littleredhen

Mojisola wrote: »

Have you had problems with DT or haven't you found a dog that you liked?

No went to enquire about home from home scheme and waited and waited to be called back, when they finally appointed someone to the role they told me I wasn't suitable because we have a cat and because I wouldn't be able to. Visit their vet as required. So gave up on that and went to look over the dogs they had, about 40 dogs, none suitable for cats but you can keep phoning.

littleredhen

adandem wrote: »

I have owned a Cocker, he died last year and we got him as a puppy.
I have also fostered a Springer. The Springer was calm for a Springer but far higher energy levels. Is your Sprocker a cross with a working or show type Cocker?
Don't worry too much about off lead walking at the moment, but when you do, your dog probably won't be the type to walk alongside you, they'll be off everywhere.
I highly recommend crate training, this needs time invested. Be prepared to spend a lot of time with your puppy, don't leave them alone for too long and build it up. A puppy/dog with separation anxiety is a serious problem. Be very consistent with toilet training, we got up through the night to our dog.
Socialise the puppy, lots of positive experiences and exposure to every day life.
Good luck!!

Thanks a working cocker not show dog

littleredhen

I know not everyone agrees with buying puppy but I did try to get an unwanted dog. Thanks for all your comments and help

adandem

littleredhen wrote: »

Thanks a working cocker not show dog

You will have quite an energetic dog, working cockers are on a par with Springers. Lots of off lead excercise and stimulation.
Fab dogs

Person_one

littleredhen wrote: »

No went to enquire about home from home scheme and waited and waited to be called back, when they finally appointed someone to the role they told me I wasn't suitable because we have a cat and because I wouldn't be able to. Visit their vet as required. So gave up on that and went to look over the dogs they had, about 40 dogs, none suitable for cats but you can keep phoning.

If you want a rescue dog, please don't give up! Lots of us on here have rescue dogs and can help you find the right one for your family.

Its not as easy as going to a breeder and handing over cash, but it can be so much more rewarding to know you've given an animal second chance at a happy life.

Jackieboy

margaretclare wrote: »

Oooops. Springer spaniels are my DH's favourite breed of dog, but they are extremely energetic. Extremely! Outdoorsy, full of curiosity, full of get-up-and-go.

Is the idea of crossing them with a cocker spaniel to tone down the energy a bit, or what? AFAIK all spaniels are full of energy. Be prepared to be run off your feet!

My friend has a sprocker - a very difficult dog to train, even with professional help. I just don't see the point in breeding (or paying good money for) cross breeds.