By Scott Brooks

Did you know that cocker spaniels are recognized as the smallest member of the sporting dog family? That’s just one of the facts that will be shared about the popular animals during an upcoming free class in Knoxville.

Young-Williams Animal Center is joining Cocker Companions Rescue to host a session on spaniels on Saturday, July 19, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the center.

You will learn about the history, characteristics and temperament of the different spaniel breeds. You will also get some tips on grooming and special health concerns involving these animals. This course will help you decide if a spaniel is right for you. If you already own one, you will get tips on positive training and activities to keep your pet healthy and happy.
This class is open to the public, but please leave your animals at home.

For more information or to register for the class, call Taylor Slemmer at Young-Williams Animal Center at 215-6661.
The Young-Williams Animal Center is the official animal shelter for Knox County and the city of Knoxville. The center is a nonprofit organization that turns no animal away and is dedicated to the sheltering and placement of animals, general animal welfare, and public education of companion animal issues.

The Young-Williams Animal Center is conveniently located just off Sutherland Avenue at the entrance to John Tarleton Park at 3201 Division St. in Knoxville. The center is 8/10th of a mile from the intersection of Kingston Pike and Neyland Drive/Concord Street and offers animals for adoption Monday through Friday, 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m., and Sunday, 1-5 p.m.

For more information about Young-Williams Animal Center, including detailed driving directions, call (865) 215-6599 or visit http://www.knoxpets.org.