American Spaniel Club Inc. - Home of the Cocker Spaniel

As our national effort evolves, your input will also shape what becomes the Ideal ASC Cocker Spaniel Rescue. Notably, we have not included here guidelines for fundraising, either locally or on a national level. We have not made hard and fast rules for intake, placement and screening - this is intended for use as a general guide as American Spaniel Club Cocker Spaniel Rescue develops.

How do you rescue a cocker spaniel? All you do is motor on down to the pound, get yourself a cocker spaniel, place an advertisement and BINGO! You’ve rescued your first dog, right?

Well… this dog has a background to evaluate, veterinary needs to address and a requirement for a safe, comfortable home. How do you find not just a home, but the IDEAL home for this dog? How do you weed out the people who think a cocker’s place is at the end of a chain? What if he bites someone? How on earth can you afford to help all the dogs you know need you?

It’s enough to give you pause, if not make your head spin! So, here’s our first attempt at describing an Ideal Cocker Spaniel Rescue. We’ve provided a checklist of things to address as you proceed with your rescue efforts. As needed, we provide sample contracts, applications and release forms. But, don’t forget, your best resource is just talking with other people doing rescue - not just cocker rescue, but also those dealing with completely different breeds or even species! Ask questions!