choosing your cocker spaniel puppy

Cocker Pups from Celyn's Cockers

The Puppy Package Here is a list of what you can expect to be receiving from a responsible breeder. There is no standard for what puppy buyers should be provided wit. Each breeder develops their own protocol. Here is a list, given to me by a breeder that I respect, with a few modifications. You should understand it all after all of the research you've done to get to the decision to buy a Cocker from respected breeder. Could it be more obvious that this breeder cares about their dogs and is in partnership with you in caring for it? You will never be alone if you choose a breeder this caring. Notice that this breeder spays/neuters their Cockers before you take them home and litter trains them and water bottle trains them.

Your Puppy From this Breeder is

an American or English Cocker Spaniel
that has it's first & second shots; worming; spay or neuter
is kitty litter-box trained
is a house dog
is small and compact in size
has a defined head; lovely coat; sweet nature 
and finished Champions in its pedigree!
your Cocker comes from healthy lines, testing has been done and passed
is well socialized
has all paperwork
is groomed so you can see the quality of the puppy
is water lixit trained
and is ready to go home with you
Grooming:
Grooming lessons are free, and
Puppies purchased from us receive free trim until adult coat

Your Puppy Package Should Include

Pedigree (not necessarily an AKC pedigree, there are other good pedigree programs that breeders use), Five-generation pedigree with colors
Copy of non-breeding agreement of sale signed by both parties
Health certificates for sire and dam (copies)
CLICK HERE to see a CERF Certificate
Health record with worming/puppy shots/well baby Vet. Check
A.K.C. paperwork (note that some breeders will not provide AKC paperwork until proof of spay or neuter if puppy is sold before it is done)
Record of permanent ID (tattooor microchip; required in Canada but not in U.S.)
microchip registration form

not necessary but nice to have

stuffed animal with sibling scent on it
elastic collar / bell
starter toothpaste/toothbrush
CD with photos of Mom and Dad and siblings
articles on house-training / puppy proofing your home, etc.
birth certificate
nutrition hints and tips (including what to feed, how often, etc.)
recommended vaccination protocols
list of recommended grooming tools
housebreaking hints and tips
blue ear powder recipe and instructions for use
folder to keep all paperwork in

Your Contract with Your Responsible Breeder To give you an idea of the contract you will be signing, CLICK HERE for a printable copy of a Cocker Spaniel Purchase Agreement. This agreement is for a pet quality Cocker Spaniel, not a show quality Cocker and covers all of the responsibilities that responsible breeders are concerned with for themselves and for you, the buyer.