 Ch. Obo, foundation sire of the American Cocker Spaniel. | |
| Species | Dog |
|---|---|
| Breed | American Cocker Spaniel |
| Sex | Male |
| Born | August 7, 1882[1] |
| Died | January 2, 1895 (aged 12) |
| Resting place | Rollinsford, New Hampshire |
| Nation from | United States |
| Notable role | Show dog |
| Known for | Foundation sire of the American Cocker Spaniel breed |
| Owner | Mr J.P. Willey |
| Parent(s) | Oboe (sire), Chloe II (dam) |
| Weight | 23 lb (10 kg) |
| Height | 10 in (25 cm) at the withers |
Ch. Obo (1882–1895) was an American Cocker Spaniel who is considered to be the father of the modern breed, though physically, he was different from today's American Cocker.[2] During his day, he was a successful show dog, winner of many Best-in-Show titles.
- ^ "Obo Stud Card" (PDF). American Spaniel Club. Retrieved 26 April 2010.
- ^ Palika, Liz (2009). Cocker Spaniel: Your Happy Healthy Pet. John Wiley & Sons. p. 21. ISBN 978-0-470-39060-3.