Thanks for your replies, although I can not be truly sure as I can only go off the pedigree I was shown Kasper is himself majority worker. We both understand the differences in needs between show and worker I have read many a thread (even in my short time as a member)
as i was curious about the origins/temperament of my own pooch.
She's only just 58 so not confined to a wheelchair yet
, she has been doing her own research over the last few months into both breeds and had originally leaned towards a KC spaniel purely as they have an exemplary temperament. She has had the opportunity to speak with breeders of each at length, thus she will be able to make an informed decision.
She is a fit healthy women (a gymnastics coach) who could give me a run for my money. She lost her dog Lady 2 years ago aged 17, she was properly trained and right up to the end she was out with her three times a day come wind rain or shine. My mum had definitely seen the good, the bad and the ugly of dog ownership. She has lots of time to give as she works for just a couple of hours in the evenings.
As for the training issues that have been highlighted, I take your point but I very much doubt that everyone who owns a working Cocker has the opportunity, knowledge, skills and land to actually allow them to work as they have been bred to do. Many workers are sold to pet homes and still live a full and happy life so I fell that was a little unfair. As for the prospect of illness etc, not one of us young or old knows what lies ahead or what situation we may find ourselves in. I appreciate the concern but do not like the suggestion that she would not have the ability to meet the dog's needs. I hope I'm not considered ready for the knackers yard when I get to 58.
You all have a terrific wealth of knowledge about the breed and I admire that so don't think I am being condescending in anyway as that is not my intention. Sometimes things get lost in translation on message boards.
Thanks for your concern and for the reassurance re colour.