Looks different

[abkb]

There definitely looks like there is worker in him, and it seems to have been confirmed by his sires lines!

[jonnytrabant]

But what a lovely looking dog.

[Chezer]

What is his pedigree?

[lindseyp]

Ha ha ha look at Toby's tongue 
Im not overly bothered about the coat as such, I just want to make sure that the "Breeder" I bought him off hasn't mis sold me as I have paid for a pedigree "show" cocker
he just looks different to a stereotypical show style, but i suppose there could be different kinds.

Thanks Guys 

I think this looks like it is going to be quite likely Yvonne   

I'm sure there will be people on here who can advice you when you decide how you wish to deal with this - if deliberate on the breeders part, it is wrong on so many levels but you won't be the first & definitely not the last to be mis sold a show cocker pup (or sold a show cocker when wanting a worker )

Irrespective of how you procede, I'm sure this little chap is already an important part of your family & isn't going anywhere  He may not look like some of the other show type cockers on here but he will be a stunning example of worker & in some opinions, maybe a little more handsome too  If you look in the 'worker' section you will see some lovely examples of how he may grow to look 

If you do have a worker on your hands, with the right advice & training, there's no reason why this little lad doesn't become the same wonderful companion as any show type would ....and to help, you couldn't be in a better place - you'll get all the help, advice & support you would need on here 

I'm sorry if this has come as a bit of a shock to you but in time, I hope you become really thankful that fate played such a rotten trick & your little lad becomes even more precious to you than you thought possible 

Lindsey x

[maddy74]

He looks a bit like Smokeys Muswell. Am I right in saying he has both worker and show in him or am I getting mixed up with someone else? (apologises if I am)

I too would be annoyed if Id been told he was show to find out he had worker in him but on a plus side if he does have worker in him his coat will be easier to manage.  

[YvonneC22]

He looks a bit like Smokeys Muswell. Am I right in saying he has both worker and show in him or am I getting mixed up with someone else? (apologises if I am)

I too would be annoyed if Id been told he was show to find out he had worker in him but on a plus side if he does have worker in him his coat will be easier to manage.  

I have now discovered he is show and worker! 

Ha ha ha look at Toby's tongue 
Im not overly bothered about the coat as such, I just want to make sure that the "Breeder" I bought him off hasn't mis sold me as I have paid for a pedigree "show" cocker
he just looks different to a stereotypical show style, but i suppose there could be different kinds.

Thanks Guys 

I think this looks like it is going to be quite likely Yvonne   

I'm sure there will be people on here who can advice you when you decide how you wish to deal with this - if deliberate on the breeders part, it is wrong on so many levels but you won't be the first & definitely not the last to be mis sold a show cocker pup (or sold a show cocker when wanting a worker )

Irrespective of how you procede, I'm sure this little chap is already an important part of your family & isn't going anywhere  He may not look like some of the other show type cockers on here but he will be a stunning example of worker & in some opinions, maybe a little more handsome too  If you look in the 'worker' section you will see some lovely examples of how he may grow to look 

If you do have a worker on your hands, with the right advice & training, there's no reason why this little lad doesn't become the same wonderful companion as any show type would ....and to help, you couldn't be in a better place - you'll get all the help, advice & support you would need on here 

I'm sorry if this has come as a bit of a shock to you but in time, I hope you become really thankful that fate played such a rotten trick & your little lad becomes even more precious to you than you thought possible 

Lindsey x

he's not going anywhere Hunny, he's my baby...... Just feel so stupid!

[Jonnydog]

He is a beautiful young lad 

[lindseyp]

he's not going anywhere Hunny, he's my baby...... Just feel so stupid!

can understand that Yvonne but don't feel stupid hun, feel proud ...he's a little cracker    (feel free to be angry at those eejit breeders though - very naughty! )

[SophieBlueRoanLover]

he's not going anywhere Hunny, he's my baby...... Just feel so stupid!

can understand that Yvonne but don't feel stupid hun, feel proud ...he's a little cracker    (feel free to be angry at those eejit breeders though - very naughty! )

Be angry with them, but you have an adorable puppy! Keep us posted on what you decide to say to them.

[YvonneC22]

We keep typing emails..... then deleting.......the typing! lol
He could just deny everything, which would annoy me more 

[SophieBlueRoanLover]

It might be worth posting something on the "looking for a puppy" section warning people about the "Kennel Registration" and make sure they go for Kennel Club...

[YvonneC22]

So im presuming this "Kennel Registration"  is worth nothing?!!

I could cry
 

[janandted]

Oh I really feel for you  sending Buying a puppy is a mine field and there but for the grace of God go many of us   
Your puppy is gorgeous  BTW 

[Neon]

So im presuming this "Kennel Registration"  is worth nothing?!!

I could cry
 

Yvonne

He is an English cocker spaniel, he has a pedigree, you have the KC paperwork - right?  So all you need to do is sign and return the registration document to transfer ownership from the breeder to yourself, exactly as you would if you had a 100% show type.

He is an absolutely stunning little boy!  

[Sarah.H]

What a shame you have been mislead 

He is adorable though 

Millie is half worker and half show, I got her at 18 months when her owners couldn't cope and they didn't know that was her breeding. I had my suspicions when I had her huge, thick and sadly totally matted coat clipped off and thought she looked leaner and more athletic than a show. It was then confirmed when they posted on her KC papers! But if I let her coat grow (it is very profuse!) then I don't think most cocker owners would see any difference, she has the prettiest little face  (well I think so!)

This was her the day I brought her home: http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n310/sarahhollister/DSCF5126.jpg

and with a slightly more manageable hair cut!: http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n310/sarahhollister/NewImage.jpg