Do Cocker Spaniels have tails?
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Yes, Cocker Spaniels have long, feathered tails, a defining feature of the breed. Historically, Cocker Spaniels often had docked tails, but docking is now considered an unnecessary surgical procedure opposed by many animal welfare organizations and veterinarians, including the American Veterinary Medical Association.