The hallmark of the Cocker Spaniel is her beautiful coat; however, many owners are not quite prepared for the amount of work entailed in learning how to re-create the rather involved show clip, and in maintaining this luxurious coat between clippings. Even if you decide to have a professional groomer keep your Cocker Spaniel trimmed in one of many different pet clips, you still need to be able to wash, dry, and brush out your dog’s coat.