Cocker Spaniel Help

[anonymous-user]

This might seem a very strange post to make but I lost my best friend on the 16th of July 2018 when we had to put our Cocker Spaniel to sleep.

She really was an amazing dog that got me through some harrowing times.

Anyway, for about 5-6 Months I have been trying to find the breeder but with no success.

It was an ex-partner of my sisters who actually purchased the dog in Notts back in 2005-2006 so we never met the breeder.

However, I was going through old paperwork a few weeks ago and I can across a piece of paper with the deposit details.

I hope this is ok to post the name and address

M. Davey

Rutland Cottage

10 Middle Street

Barkestone-Le-Vale

Notts

There was a telephone number but unfortunately, it is not the breeders as they must have changed their number or moved.

We have been searching the internet looking up the Kennel Club and also phoning other M. Davey's in this area but no one has breed Cocker Spaniels.

I know it's a very long shot but I just wanted to see if anyone on here would have any information.

If this is not allowed please delete.

Thank you.

[Turn7]

Try the Kennel club if you know the kennel name and it was KC regd ?

[anonymous-user]

Turn7 said:

Try the Kennel club if you know the kennel name and it was KC regd ?

Thank you for your post

Unfortunately, we are limited in details apart from the address.

So frustrating.

Thank you for your advice.

Edited by anonymous-user on Sunday 14th April 22:26

[Never you mind]

Was it sold with papers? Usually has the kennel name on the pedigree so I guess you could start there.


Out of interest, are you after another one?

[anonymous-user]

Never you mind said:

Was it sold with papers? Usually has the kennel name on the pedigree so I guess you could start there.


Out of interest, are you after another one?

I think to try and find the paperwork is the only way forward as I just keep hitting dead ends.

Perhaps the ex still has the paperwork or knowing my sister it will have been lost in one of her moves.

The main reason for looking was to get a relation of the dog we lost but it might be something we will consider if everything comes back negative.

I have been phone people in the Notts area with the same name. I am sure they think I am a bit loopy

Thank you for taking the time to reply as it is very much appreciated.

[Never you mind]

You could always phone up a few gundog trainers in the area (if it's a working type) and see if they know who the breeder is. Spaniel people tend to know spaniel people IYSWIM.

I know you loved your dog but even if you get a relative it won't be the same.

[anonymous-user]

Never you mind said:

You could always phone up a few gundog trainers in the area (if it's a working type) and see if they know who the breeder is. Spaniel people tend to know spaniel people IYSWIM.

I know you loved your dog but even if you get a relative it won't be the same.

You are 100% right. The dog will be its own personality and I would not expect it to be anything like our last dog. I think it's just the fact it was a relative but a very distant one. Perhaps totally pointless.

We were going to have pups with our dog but it had to have an operation when it was young and that was the end of that happening.

Again thank you for taking the time to suggest. Might try a few gundog trainers in that area.

[garythesign]

I have met several of my cocker’s brothers and sisters and they are all similar but different.

If you want another cocker (and why wouldn’t you?) I would just try to find a good breeder locally.

Good luck

[moorx]

Or maybe consider a rescue?

https://www.caessr.org.uk/

Good luck, whatever you decide

[anonymous-user]

garythesign said:

I have met several of my cocker’s brothers and sisters and they are all similar but different.

If you want another cocker (and why wouldn’t you?) I would just try to find a good breeder locally.

Good luck

Thank you again mate for your replay.

Yes just love Cocker Spaniels. I had a Lab when young and thought that was the breed for me but the Cocker was very special.

I think your advice is spot on as the chances were slim anyway.

Thank you again

[anonymous-user]

moorx said:

Or maybe consider a rescue?

https://www.caessr.org.uk/

Good luck, whatever you decide

Thank you mate.

I have been checking local rehoming centres but I have not come across this link before so I really appreciate it.

Will check it out when home from the office.

Thank you again.

[moorx]

ELUSIVEJIM said:

Thank you mate.

I have been checking local rehoming centres but I have not come across this link before so I really appreciate it.

Will check it out when home from the office.

Thank you again.

I've no experience of them personally, but have heard good things about them.

Where are you based? Just in case anyone else knows of any suitable rescue centres. I got my cocker from a rescue local to me. They have lots but they mainly deal with show type cockers who are ex-puppy farm dogs.

[anonymous-user]

moorx said:

I've no experience of them personally, but have heard good things about them.

Where are you based? Just in case anyone else knows of any suitable rescue centres. I got my cocker from a rescue local to me. They have lots but they mainly deal with show type cockers who are ex-puppy farm dogs.

Actually based in the North East of Scotland but prepared to travel a distance if necessary.

Did your Cocker have any health issues after the puppy farm?

Makes my blood boil these poor dogs being subjected to these places. We have had a case up beside us and the same people just keep opening up again and again as the justice system is a joke.

[moorx]

ELUSIVEJIM said:

Actually based in the North East of Scotland but prepared to travel a distance if necessary.

Did your Cocker have any health issues after the puppy farm?

Makes my blood boil these poor dogs being subjected to these places. We have had a case up beside us and the same people just keep opening up again and again as the justice system is a joke.

Ah, that's a bit away from me/the rescue (although they do have foster homes all over), I'm in SW Wales. But I'll have a think whether there's anywhere else I know of.

Yes, she did have an inguinal hernia, which was probably why they stopped breeding from her relatively young (she was about 3 years old). And she had very sore/sensitive eyes, which we think was probably from being kept in the dark. But the main issues were behavioural - she didn't know how to walk on a lead and was scared of going outside and was very nervous of humans. She would have really struggled if we hadn't had 3 other dogs for her to gain confidence from. She still has her 'quirks' - doesn't like you standing over her/being picked up, but is happy to climb on your lap if you're sitting down. It sounds bad, but she is actually one of the most rewarding rescue dogs I have ever owned, because the little steps were so great to see. Her first proper walk (ie not in our fields) was so lovely! She is definitely a Daddy's girl, though, she loves my OH far more than me!

Here she is, on her first trip to the beach!



And with her 'little' brother Max - my boy! We think he has spaniel blood too, but springer rather than cocker - together with a big dash of saluki of course!

Edited by moorx on Monday 15th April 20:02

Edited by moorx on Monday 15th April 20:05

[anonymous-user]

moorx said:

Ah, that's a bit away from me/the rescue (although they do have foster homes all over), I'm in SW Wales. But I'll have a think whether there's anywhere else I know of.

Yes, she did have an inguinal hernia, which was probably why they stopped breeding from her relatively young (she was about 3 years old). And she had very sore/sensitive eyes, which we think was probably from being kept in the dark. But the main issues were behavioural - she didn't know how to walk on a lead and was scared of going outside and was very nervous of humans. She would have really struggled if we hadn't had 3 other dogs for her to gain confidence from. She still has her 'quirks' - doesn't like you standing over her/being picked up, but is happy to climb on your lap if you're sitting down. It sounds bad, but she is actually one of the most rewarding rescue dogs I have ever owned, because the little steps were so great to see. Her first proper walk (ie not in our fields) was so lovely! She is definitely a Daddy's girl, though, she loves my OH far more than me!

Here she is, on her first trip to the beach!



And with her 'little' brother Max - my boy! We think he has spaniel blood too, but springer rather than cocker - together with a big dash of saluki of course!

Edited by moorx on Monday 15th April 20:02

Edited by moorx on Monday 15th April 20:05

It sounds like you have had many rescue dogs in the past which is a fantastic thing.

Must be very hard to see the dog struggling when they first arrive but as you have mentioned so rewarding when you start to see them trust and be happy. Having other dogs must really help her to interact and feel more secure.

It really is shocking what these dogs are put through but thankfully people like yourself are willing to take them on and give them a chance.

Restores your faith in people hearing these stories.

What a stunning dog. How long has she been with you now?

What a great story especially seeing how well she is looking after a traumatic start.

Max looks like he could run forever in that picture Both looking great.

[moorx]

ELUSIVEJIM said:

It sounds like you have had many rescue dogs in the past which is a fantastic thing.

Must be very hard to see the dog struggling when they first arrive but as you have mentioned so rewarding when you start to see them trust and be happy. Having other dogs must really help her to interact and feel more secure.

It really is shocking what these dogs are put through but thankfully people like yourself are willing to take them on and give them a chance.

Restores your faith in people hearing these stories.

What a stunning dog. How long has she been with you now?

What a great story especially seeing how well she is looking after a traumatic start.

Max looks like he could run forever in that picture Both looking great.

Rosie is my 13th rescue dog (hopefully not unlucky for either of us!) Yes, it is very rewarding seeing them improve, particularly when it is so dramatic. Sometimes it's more gradual and you forget just how far they've come. Rosie's my first ex puppy farm dog. Rescues specialising in ex puppy farm dogs often require you to have a dog already to give the new one confidence and so they can learn from them, and I can see why. She is definitely more relaxed around the other dogs.

We've had her nearly 2 years (will be 2 years end of May).

Oh yes, Max can certainly run! He is seriously quick, but he's a sprinter rather than a marathon runner! He can outrun the whippets but they can out corner him!

[anonymous-user]

moorx said:

Rosie is my 13th rescue dog (hopefully not unlucky for either of us!) Yes, it is very rewarding seeing them improve, particularly when it is so dramatic. Sometimes it's more gradual and you forget just how far they've come. Rosie's my first ex puppy farm dog. Rescues specialising in ex puppy farm dogs often require you to have a dog already to give the new one confidence and so they can learn from them, and I can see why. She is definitely more relaxed around the other dogs.

We've had her nearly 2 years (will be 2 years end of May).

Oh yes, Max can certainly run! He is seriously quick, but he's a sprinter rather than a marathon runner! He can outrun the whippets but they can out corner him!

That is amazing. Thank goodness for people like you giving these dogs a chance in life.

They are all very lucky to have such a loving home.

As you have stated having another dog there helping must make such a difference. They can teach things that we just can't which is a massive plus.

Thank you so much for your help and also for sharing your story about your dogs.