European Springer Spaniel Breeder in New England
AKC Registered English Springer Spaniels, exceptional dual purpose- European Springer Spaniels. Health and genetic tested.
AKC Registered English Springer Spaniels, exceptional dual purpose- European Springer Spaniels. Health and genetic tested.
At Woodsong, we specialize in breeding quality AKC Registered English Springer Spaniels, ensuring each pup comes from European Line Champions. Our European Springer Spaniels excel in temperament and health, making them ideal birddogs for various activities including fieldwork, show rings, competitive obedience, and agility. Raised in our home using the Puppy Culture Program, these started Springer Spaniels receive the best foundational care for their new lives. Our pups stay with us for 8-10 weeks and undergo temperament testing to assist in appropriate pup placement. We prioritize strong genetic clear lines to ensure our dogs lead long, healthy lives as beloved pets. To be considered for adoption, please fill out an application by going above under forms.

It's been a journey of five years to get here. At Woodsong European Springer Spaniels, our vision is to promote the health and well-being of AKC Registered English Springer Spaniels through responsible breeding practices. We believe that every dog, including our exceptional started Springer Spaniels, deserves a loving home. We are committed to producing healthy and happy puppies, utilizing our Puppy Culture Program, that will excel as show dogs, birddogs, or beloved pets for families and individuals alike.

Our breeding process for AKC Registered English Springer Spaniels is carefully designed to ensure the health and well-being of our dogs to the best of our ability. We conduct extensive health screenings and genetic testing to guarantee that our puppies, including our Started Springer Spaniels, are free of any hereditary diseases or conditions. Additionally, we provide our dogs with exceptional care, encompassing proper nutrition, exercise, and socialization, as well as incorporating the Puppy Culture Program to promote optimal development in our European Springer Spaniels.

All of our AKC Registered English Springer Spaniels undergo the strictest genetic testing to help prevent unwanted genes from being passed along. Our puppies, part of the Puppy Culture Program, come with a two-year health guarantee against genetic illness. The parents of our European Springer Spaniels are health tested in accordance with the AKC's recommendations, which include evaluations for hip, elbow, and ophthalmologist assessments, along with heart and genetic testing for PRA and PFK. All extensive testing results are available on OFA.org, ensuring that our Started Springer Spaniels meet the highest health standards.
Our AKC Registered English Springer Spaniels are highly sought after and are typically reserved months or even years in advance. With only 1-2 litters each year, our puppies come from a lineage of exceptional birddogs, including European Springer Spaniels. If you're interested in our puppies, please visit the top of the page, click on 'more', and submit a form application to learn about our Puppy Culture Program and available Started Springer Spaniels.

Our AKC Registered English Springer Spaniels are renowned for their friendly and intelligent nature. As exceptional birddogs, they make great family pets and companions, excelling not only in the field but also in the ring, agility, nose work, dock diving, and obedience. Additionally, we offer Started Springer Spaniels that have benefited from our Puppy Culture Program, ensuring they are well-prepared to become wonderful family pets.
At Woodsong, we prioritize the health and wellness of our AKC Registered English Springer Spaniels through regular veterinary care and a quality diet. Our commitment to breeding healthy birddogs includes an emphasis on genetic testing and structure. We adhere to the AKC recommendations for sporting dogs, ensuring our European Springer Spaniels meet high health standards.
Recommended Health Tests (OFA CHIC) for our dogs include:
- Hip Evaluation: Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) or PennHIP evaluation.
- Elbow Evaluation: OFA elbow x-rays.
- Ophthalmologist Eye Exam: Annual clearance by a board-certified ophthalmologist (DACVO).
- Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency: DNA test.
- Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA-prcd): DNA test.
- Thyroid Evaluation: Recommended by the parent club.
- Patella Evaluation: Recommended evaluation. American Kennel Club +3
Additional Recommended Screenings:
- Annual Eye Exams: Parents should be examined annually.
- DNA Panels: Testing for Acral Mutilation Syndrome (AMS), Exercise-Induced Collapse (EIC), and Adult-Onset Neuropathy (AON) is advised.
For those interested in our Puppy Culture Program or Started Springer Spaniels, we ensure that all health checks are thoroughly conducted to promote the well-being of our dogs.
Puppy Culture is a program developed by Jane Killion, a professional dog trainer and breeder, specifically designed for breeders of AKC Registered English Springer Spaniels. This comprehensive, organized Puppy Culture Program guides breeders through the crucial first weeks of a puppy’s life, optimizing both physical and mental development. Grounded in the latest scientific research, it emphasizes providing puppies with a diverse range of early learning experiences and socialization opportunities, essential for developing well-adjusted adult dogs.
The Puppy Culture program aims to lay a solid foundation of experiences and skills that help puppies grow into confident, well-adjusted adult dogs. This includes exposing them to various people, places, and experiences while teaching basic manners and obedience skills. For those involved in breeding Started Springer Spaniels or European Springer Spaniels, incorporating Puppy Culture can greatly enhance the quality of the puppies produced.
Activities in a Puppy Culture program often include introducing puppies to different surfaces, sounds, and sights; providing opportunities for play and exploration; and teaching fundamental commands like "sit" and "stay." The program also offers training in canine behavior and development, alongside guidance on proper socialization and care for puppies.
Puppy Culture is frequently associated with breeding programs focused on producing high-quality, well-adjusted puppies, representing a holistic approach to breeding and raising puppies that prioritizes their overall health and well-being.
The first 12 weeks of a puppy’s life are critically important. This is a transformative time when a breeder can significantly influence a puppy’s future by implementing the right teachings. By executing the appropriate strategies at the right moments, we can provide your puppy with the best start possible.
At Woodsong, we utilize a combination of protocols from the Puppy Culture program within our home-based training program, tailoring and modifying them based on the specific plans and needs of puppy owners. A head start in neuropathway development is crucial during those first 12 weeks for new puppy owners.
**Prenatal Period:**
Ensuring that your puppy’s genetic material is excellent is just the beginning. The physical and emotional health of the mother directly impacts the health of her puppies. Research indicates that puppies born to mothers receiving prenatal massage tend to be more docile and enjoy being touched. Consequently, we pamper our mothers with affection and belly massages, fostering a predisposition for forming deep, meaningful relationships even before birth.
**Neonatal Period: 0-14 days**
Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) starts on day 3 and continues through day 16. Studies show that small, manageable struggles and stresses can be beneficial for puppies, aiding their development into strong, healthy adults. Benefits include greater stress tolerance, disease resistance, a faster adrenal response, and a stronger heart rate, making this a unique gift a breeder can provide within the critical window of 3-16 days.
**Transitional Period: 14-21 days**
Behavioral markers help identify the beginning and end of developmental periods since every puppy is unique, and these timelines serve as guidelines. The transitional period starts when the puppy's eyes open and concludes when they first startle at sounds.
**Critical Socialization Period: 3-12 weeks**
Many believe socialization means exposing puppies to numerous new experiences while they are young. While this is part of the process, it is insufficient on its own. Our goal is to raise dogs with the emotional intelligence to connect with humans. The Puppy Culture Program teaches breeders how to nurture this emotional intelligence in puppies, focusing on seven key areas: Communication, Emotional Stability, Habituation, Enrichment, Health, Skills, and Love.
Weeks 10-12: According to Puppy Culture protocol, puppies go home to their families at this stage, allowing them two weeks during the critical socialization period to adapt to their new family’s lifestyle and meet new people and experiences.
**What is manding?**
“Manding” refers to the automatic sitting of a puppy in front of a person they are interacting with. It is not a mandatory behavior but an acceptable alternative to jumping on a person. Unlike a “sit” command, think of manding as a way for the puppy to communicate their desire for interaction without jumping up. While it may be charming for a tiny puppy to jump, it can become problematic in an adult dog. As Jane Killion, author of Puppy Culture, describes, manding provides a voice for the puppy, allowing them to seek attention in a welcome manner without jumping on you or an x-pen as you approach, fostering positive interactions for the rest of their lives.
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