Form, Function, Heart!

This is what we strive for.  Form follows function.  A dog must be able to function at its original purpose and thereby help ensure correct form and health.  If a dog cannot function at its original purpose, it may be that its form (structure) is not correct, thereby also having the potential to affect health.  "Heart" (breed temperament and personality) also comes into play as the dog follows its own breed function.

We breed for only the best in our Pyrs and Cockers, whether that be companions, livestock or family guardians (Pyrs), hunting buddies (Cockers), show or breeding dogs.

Health is of utmost importance.  All dogs here are fed a variety of dry dog food mixed with various forms of "raw".  In general we vary the brands over time but we always read the ingredients before considering a food.  Some that we have used or are currently using are:  Purina Pro Plan Chicken and Rice, Purina One Chicken and Rice, Diamond, Maximum Nutrition and Eukanuba.....and have, in the past, fed strictly raw.....but the dogs do like a variety.

The adults are up-to-date on vaccinations & worming and undergo screening for hips, eyes, blood, etc.  The puppies receive at least three sets of vaccinations and wormings before leaving for their new homes.  They are also microchipped, tattooed or DNA profiled for positive identification and to help prevent loss or theft.  Cocker pups, naturally, go with their tails already docked, as according to the standard, and dewclaws removed.  (Note:  The Cocker standard states that dewclaws on the front or back legs may be removed, which means you can also leave them natural.  We remove them since they are not required by the standard, are not actual toes as with Pyrs and the Cocker coat can conceal them causing the owner to forget to trim them.)

Everything on Pyrs stays natural.

Average size of our male Cockers, at maturity…..about two years old, is 15 inches tall at the shoulder and about 25 pounds.  Females are generally 14 inches, 20 pounds.  Some can be larger or smaller depending on the bloodlines and care they receive from their owner.  Remember, however, not to over or under feed a growing pup as this can affect their joints, growth and development.

All puppies receive plenty of socialization to adults, children, other dogs and other animals.

Most of our Cockers are born buff (blonde), black or red.  A few are black and tan (black with tan points) or brown (chocolate) with the genetic potential in some of our dogs to produce black and white parti colors, blk/wht/tn partis and other colors.  (Please see the Cocker Spaniel Standard.)  http://www.asc-cockerspaniel.org/breed/index.asp

Knowledgeable breeders follow the standard which was originally written to produce good gundogs and companions about 100 years ago.

Companion and gundogs are sold for $300.00 with American Kennel Club (AKC) limited registration.  This means that the puppy is registered with the AKC but cannot compete in conformation shows and pups produced by this dog cannot be registered.  This is due to the fact that not all dogs are capable of producing quality offspring.  The same as with sheep, goats, horses or any other animal.  These dogs are still wonderful gundogs and companions, they just would not produce themselves well.  Sometimes it's simply due to finding, during the structural evaluation, that a particular female does not have correct pelvis shape for safely delivering a litter.  To keep a breed in top condition, just as with livestock, you must only breed the most qualified animals.

Breeding or show dogs are priced higher, depending on how the individual puppy scores during the structural evaluation.  AKC full (unlimited) registration is included.  The pup can be shown in all AKC events, with proper training, and can be safely bred to produce quality offspring.  The pup will also have been evaluated as having correct gundog ability before being considered breeding or show quality.

All pups are fully health guaranteed.

Payments can be arranged under certain circumstances.

A $100.00 deposit holds a pup of either description.  It goes toward the purchase and is not an extra.  If a pregnancy is false, you can have us to either refund the deposit or put it toward the next litter.

We are average people who have invested hundreds and even thousands of dollars in each dog we own, including the ones bred here just by raising them.  We learned long ago that you get what you pay for. Remember that this is an investment for the betterment of your breeding program or simply a well bred family companion who has had the best start in life.  All, are covered by an extensive health guarantee and a breeder who is always available for advice or help for the life of the dog.

We are open to helping new folks get started or providing established breeders with outcross dogs.  We have no problem with "competition" in the show ring, it's all part of the game and the more quality dogs, the better the wins…..for whoever wins.

We also believe that quality dogs should not be withheld from the gundog world.

Let me point out, however, we will not provide dogs to puppy mills, dealers or anyone just out to make a quick buck…..which is nearly impossible anyway if you provide proper care to the parents and puppies.  Vaccinations, wormer and food alone add up quick.

As previously stated, all pups go with an extensive health guarantee that covers hips, eyes, blood, temperament and vaccinations, just to name a few.  They are also guaranteed as gundogs as long as they are provided with the proper care and learning environment by the new owner.

Also, as previously stated, we are always available for any advice or help throughout the life of the dog and will always take any dog back if the owner can no longer keep or no longer wants the dog, for any reason, for the dog's entire life.

When you call, write or e-mail about our puppies, please be prepared to answer questions and please feel free to ask plenty of questions yourself.  We like to get to know our puppies' new owners and love receiving photos and hearing how they are doing.

Chrissy Ingram