Southern English Springer
Spaniel Society
Puppy Page
Ria was originally just the puppy co-ordinator for the SESSS, but she now gives up some of her time helping to find homes for some of the older English Springer Spaniels.
If you are looking to give a forever home to an English Springer Spaniel puppy or an older English Springer Spaniel, or have any enquiries, please contact Ria.
Telephone on 07970 690248
or
email: ria@sesss.org
Adverts
If you wish to advertise a due litter (not a planned mating) or a current litter of English Springer Spaniels puppies or an older English Springer Spaniel please contact Ria as above.
There is no charge for any adverts on this website page, but the society offers this service to our members only.
Details or information included in an advert are those supplied by the breeder/owner. These are taken in good faith, and the SESSS are not liable for the accuracy of detail or information supplied.
We do not guarantee the information given, the onus is on the purchaser to satisfy themselves that the details given are correct.
Do look for a reputable breeder.
The puppies advertised on our website are bred by members of the Southern English Springer Spaniel Society UK and all are encouraged and indeed, expected to follow our strict Code of Ethics for breeding.
Both parents of puppies should have been Health Tested tested under the Good and Best Practice in accordance with the Royal Kennel Club Health Standard for the English Springer Spaniel.
A reputable breeder will register their puppies with the Royal Kennel Club and provide registration documents at the time of sale.
They will use health testing schemes and be willing to show you copies of all the relevant up to date certificates. Please refer to the Health page for further information.
A good breeder will also provide you with micro chip, vaccination card and insurance papers, they should also provide written advice covering feeding and worming.
Before you make the decision to buy a springer puppy, you should give full consideration to whether it is a suitable breed for your circumstances. It is an active breed that requires regular exercise - are you prepared to find the time and commitment for this important part of dog ownership?
Will there be someone at home all day while the puppy is young to nurture and train it to be a well-behaved adult dog?
Do you have access to a reasonably-sized, securely-fenced garden? Is there a space in your home which the dog can call its own? English Springers also need regular grooming - do you have the time to devote to this, or the funds to pay for a professional groomer? Is your home suitable for a breed of this size? Do also consider the financial commitment, not just the initial cost of the puppy but also the cost throughout the dog's life, feeding, training and insurance or veterinary bills?
On the plus side, springers usually make wonderful, loyal and loving pets. Their size makes them suitable for most home environments where they will want to spend as much time as possible with their owners. Their zest for life make them ideal and enthusiastic family dogs. They are an intelligent breed that can be trained to take part in a number of different activities. The Society's Year Book always has articles on a variety of dog activities.
Once you have finally decided that you want to give a home to an English Springer puppy, you will need
to find a suitable breeder. Do not buy a puppy where you are unable to see the mother, or meet the breeder.
Beware of puppy farms, or dealers advertising a number of available puppies of different breeds.
Puppy farms are places where puppies are bred purely for profit, with no consideration given to the
welfare and health of the animals.
VISITING A LITTER
COLLECTING YOUR PUPPY
Once you have decided and booked your puppy, you may wish to acquire suitable bedding, feeding items (check with your breeder what food to buy) and grooming equipment. Most breeders will provide you with a 'starter pack'. You may wish to buy a collapsible crate (minimum size 36" x 24" 27") for travelling, as sleeping quarters and for toilet training.
Take someone with you when collecting your puppy and plenty of old towels in case you have a travel sick puppy. The puppy will travel better if on someone's lap.
Make sure, when paying for the puppy, that you have received all the documents including the Kennel Club registration papers. Check the puppy is insured for the first few weeks before you leave.
Book an appointment with your vet for a general check up and advice on inoculation etc. when you get home. Let your breeder know how the puppy has settled within a few days. Keep in touch.
Remember time spent with your puppy creates a lifetime of memories, you get back what you put in and hopefully you become the human that your dog thinks you are! Puppies grow up so very quickly so ENJOY YOUR NEW PUPPY!
Make an appointment to see the litter and arrive at the given time. Most breeders will ask you to wait until the puppies are around one month old. Wear something suitable, i.e. jeans.
Remember if the puppies have just been fed, they may be very sleepy! Normally, they will be alert and wanting to play.
Meet the mum (dam) and (dad) sire if owner has both, if not ask to see a photo and any other springers in the household. Look at where the puppies are normally kept and satisfy yourself that they look healthy and are kept in clean conditions.
You may be asked to leave a deposit to book your puppy. This could be anything from 5-50% of the full asking price. Remember this can be non-refundable. If seeing several litters, do not commit yourself - you can always call later and book from the litter you most prefer.