Generally speaking the Cocker Spaniel is still a hardy and healthy breed. With some planning and a bit of luck you'll have a happy, stable and active Cocker as your housemate for around 15 years. Once again, your Cocker Spaniel breeder plays a crucial role in determining the long term health and wellbeing of your dog.
The minimum weight for donating whole blood is 110 lbs. There is no maximum limit. If you are female and donating double red blood cells, you must be 5 5 tall and weigh 150 lbs. if you are a male and donating double red blood cells, you must be 5 1 tall and weigh 130 lbs.
To be eligible, you must: 1  Be at least 17 years old (16-year-olds may donate with parental consent. For more information, please read Parental Information on Blood Donation. 2  Weigh at least 110 lbs. 3  Feel well on day of donation. 4  Be free of major cold and flu symptoms. 5  Present a photo ID with birth date.