Why do Cocker Spaniels have long ears?

Cocker spaniels have long ears because they are long haired (furred?) dogs. So they dont shed much and the fur keeps growing. That's why they have to be brushed and groomed periodically. Most of what you see from the outside is fur that has been allowed to grow long. read more

People selectively bred for the long eared dogs because the long ears give a boost to the sense of smell. Bloodhounds have long ears for the same reason, and they are known as the best smellers. Bloodhounds also have a lot of wrinkles on the face which serve the same purpose as the long floppy ears. read more

) dogs. So they dont shed much and the fur keeps growing. That's why they have to be brushed and groomed periodically. Most of what you see from the outside is fur that has been allowed to grow long. read more

Cocker Spaniel Ears: Infection and Chronic Cases. If your Cocker is a regular sufferer of ear infection or his condition is chronic, there are a couple of things you can do to help. Lift your Cocker's ears above his head (to expose his ear canals) and tie them gently together with a scrunchy to let the air get at them for a couple of hours each day. read more