I would like to thank everyone who looked out for a cocker for me. I have managed to aquire an 8 month old american cocker who is black and tan. After a little settling inperiod my older girl, 5, has found a companion. She has found her youth but is constantly tired from there 24/7 playing. 8 months without a second cocker seems a lifetime and we have searched long and hard. My advice to all you doing the same is be paitient the right dog will come along in time.