"Whoever said DIAMONDS are a girl's best friend... must never have had a DOG!"
Amethyst (Amy)
AKC Cocker Spaniel Amethyst is the proud result of breeding our own special girl Hanna with Champion sire Captain. We were so excited to welcome Amy to our family and were thrilled with the privilege of raising her up in the way she should go. She is a delight, playing with our kids, growing up side-by-side with our kitten, and taking her role of annoying the older dogs very seriously. We are so proud of her beauty and charm as she's matured, and look forward to her fulfilling her potential as she passes her lovely temperament and good looks along to the next generation!
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Click on Amy's picture to see her photo album!
Aurora
AKC Cocker Spaniel Princess Aurora is aptly named a princess! She's a delicate and pretty girl who doesn't really like to get her paws wet. But bring out one of her favorite toys and all pretense of decorum is gone! Actually, it's hard to pick which is her favorite toy; she loves balls, stuffed animals, squeakers...if you pick one up, she wants it! She's a sister of Irelynd and the two of them spend most of their time together here in Lydia's home. They love sunbathing on the same elevated bed out in the yard, and inside they often cozy up in the same bed. While motherhood is new to her, she's doing a great job with her babies and we're so proud of her!
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Click on Aurora's picture to see her photo album!
Bo Peep
Little Bo Peep is a gorgeous Black and Tan AKC champion sired Cocker Spaniel, sister of Muffet. Spunky and smart, Bo’s favorite things in the world are 1) her person, Noelle, and 2) her ball! A true Covid puppy, Bo was born in February of 2020, and as a result can be wary of strangers. She is thoroughly devoted to Noelle and her family, and loves belly rubs from trusted acquaintances! Bo’s ideal day would include a game of fetch, a nap under Noelle’s desk, learning a few new tricks, and a sniff-and-stroll around the McLaughlin’s field! Bo has earned her novice AKC Trick Dog title and is always adding new tricks to her repertoire!
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Click on Bo Peep's picture to see her photo album!
Buttercup
Our princess Buttercup is a gorgeous, athletic girl with affection and energy to spare! She loves to play fetch and go for nature walks with Barbara's kids. She is always photo-bombing the other dogs, and loves to play with all the puppies. (She is officially the "Fun Aunt" hahaha!) Buttercup's favorite treat is cheese, and she often convinces our toddler to share with her at snack time. She loves most toys, but her favorite is a squeaky ball. Her fun-loving nature will definitely be inherited by her puppies!
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Click on Buttercup's picture to see more photos!
Cocoa
AKC Cocker Spaniel Cocoa is a beautiful girl who enjoyed a pampered existence with a small show-breeder before joining Lydia's family. Cocoa advanced all the way to Prominent Champion status with her lovely conformation and show ring poise! Now happily ensconced in our family, Cocoa never misses a lap opportunity - any time we sit down, she's quick to join us, whether it's on the floor, on the couch, or on the bed. Cocoa is happy going out to play with her doggy sisters, but she never steps far from our sides, and she likes to stay pretty close to the house. She does have a thing for stray socks, so we've been trying to help the kids remember to put their socks in the hamper!
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Click on Cocoa's picture to see more photos!
Cupcake
AKC Cocker Spaniel Cupcake lives with Robert & Barbie and their happy crew. She is a lovely golden buff girl, with fluffy feet and soft ears. She loves attention, and anyone within reach is fair game for kissing. The kids take turns sleeping on the bottom bunk in hopes that she’ll cuddle with them before settling in her own bed for the night. She also comes running at the sound of the recliner opening – she likes to curl up and keep our feet warm! Cupcake is generally a quiet and well-behaved dog, but she lets us know if the neighbor boys are coming over to play! She likes to play outside with her squeaky toys while the kids all jump on the trampoline. Her favorite game is “hide the sneakers” and she is currently winning! Cheese is a much loved treat, but this girl is very responsible and will help clean up just about any mess that happens under the highchair.
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Click on Cupcake's picture for more photos!
Daisy
Daisy is the first Cocker Spaniel that the Olstad's raised from a puppy and we have been enjoying this sweet girl as our beloved pet as we eagerly anticipate meeting her puppies! She is an AKC purebred Cocker Spaniel with champion lines and a gorgeous curly red roan coat. Brought home in the middle of a fierce winter storm, during the pandemic, she is a bit shy of strangers and new things at first, but warms up quickly and will try to be as close to you as possible once she loves you! Daisy is often at my feet in the kitchen and we can not open a bag of shredded cheese without first giving her a small sprinkle. She is also my favorite morning lap buddy as I sip coffee and prepare for the day. My 4 daughters love to play fetch with her outside and she absolutely loves walks! The more squirrels and birds she can scare away makes her feel like she is quite the hunter! She and her "sister" Luna love to play tug with the same rope toy, and she has been so gentle with other litters we have had! This sweet girl is ready to graduate from auntie to momma!
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Click on Daisy's picture to see more photos!
Darla
AKC Cocker Spaniel Darla Pearl joined the Vance family in 2021 and quickly found her way into their hearts with her gentle and happy disposition. Coming home to her is a highlight of their day. She greets her family with the excitement only seen in children on Christmas Day and with a cute tail that wags so fast, she may take flight! While at home with her, she is a cuddle companion while watching TV or will warm their feet as they sit at a desk to study. She knows when one of the Vance children have had a rough day or are not feeling well and will lay with them, belly up in the air, nudging them for extra pets and cuddles. She has tried from day one to be best friends with her chocolate lab brother, but he only tolerates her (he is a little on the jealous side and would have preferred to have all the attention). Even though he often dismisses her if she wants to play or cuddle up to him, she persists in the hopes of winning him over eventually. The Vance family believes that Darla will make an exceptional mom with her gentle, loving, nurturing, and persistent personality.
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Click on Darla's picture to see her photo album!
Irelynd
AKC Cocker Spaniel Irelynd is full of fun and you can just see her personality exuding out of these photos. She seems to laugh at the camera and just makes you want to ask what's so funny! Irelynd's Champion daddy also sired our own Kallie, so Irelynd and Kallie are 1/2 sisters. Irelynd lives with Lydia's family and gets along great with the kids and other dogs. Irelynd's favorite game is "quick, take it outside and hide it so no one else can play with it!" She's a huge fan of her elevated dog bed and that's where we can find her pretty much any sunny day. It's hard to get a photo of her there though, because as soon as she sees us coming she's quick to jump up, ready to join in whatever fun there is to be had!
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Click on Irelynd's picture to see more photos!
Kia
AKC Cocker Spaniel Princess Kia is a gorgeous tri-color girl, with an innate desire to please. She loves to come and give hand-shakes (even when her paws are muddy!) She is always excited to greet anyone who comes to visit, and will hop up and down on her hind legs like a kangaroo if they don't come and greet her right away! She loves to walk on the leash with us, and enjoys making new friends with any people and puppies she meets. I think her favorite time of day is when the breakfast bowl is filled. Kia loves to get the first bite of kibbles, then will graciously step aside and allow the other girls to join her. Kia is one of Princess Buttercup's second cousins, sharing many of their champion bloodlines in their "Southern Gal" heritage.
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Click on Kia's photo to see her album!
Lilac
Lilac is a sturdily built buff AKC Cocker Spaniel with champion parents. Lilac is sweet and gentle with the kids and gets along well with our other dogs. She has a ridiculously soft coat and a cute wrinkled face. Lilac enjoys chasing after the frisbee but is also content to just sit at my feet. Lilac loves food - especially treats - and is super dedicated to her self-established role of highchair cleanup queen. Even with Lydia keeping a pretty close eye on her diet, Lilac is a little on the portly side, but she carries it gracefully and doesn't let it slow her down when it's time to play! Lilac took our new kitten under her wing and still tenderly looks after her even though Katie-kitty is now fully grown and capable.
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Click on Lilac's photo to see more pictures!
Maisy Mae
Maisy Mae is quite the snuggle bug and has played an important role in Stephanie's life as she made the transition to an "empty nester" when her youngest went off to college. This buff AKC Cocker Spaniel will, without hesitation, interrupt any work in progress in order to get the attention she deserves. Her happy places are in the car with her head out the window, and in any willing lap. When she's outside, she's all about the smells. Her tracking instincts kick in and she'll criss-cross the yard to follow her target. Maisy Mae loves long walks through the neighborhood and on the trails, or a quick play date at the dog park. One of her best buddies is Bella, a teddy-bear mix who frequently meets up for walks together. Her favorite treat is a kibble-filled, peanut butter-topped Kong - yum!
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Click on Maisy Mae's photo to see more pictures!
Muffet
Miss Muffet is a buff AKC Cocker Spaniel. We love her beautiful dark eyes and the adorable white freckles on her nose! Muffet embodies the traditional Cocker Spaniel temperament—ceaselessly silly, with an adoration of tennis balls and an unwavering love for life! Muffet (and her littermate, Bo) were born in February of 2020, so she met very few people in her puppyhood, and as a result is wary of strangers. But she warms up after just a few interactions and forever includes her trusted acquaintances as part of her family! She is always ready to greet us with a wagging tail and wiggly dance, and she is quick to offer her belly for pets! Muffet belongs to the McLaughlin's oldest daughter, Tori, and can often be found under her desk, on her bed, or lounging in the sun while Tori reads outside. Out of the McLaughlin's pack of Cockers, she is the lightest colored and ironically the only one who enjoys the rain and mud! Thankfully, she doesn't mind baths!
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Click on Muffet's photo to see more pictures!
Princess
Princess “Her Highness” McLaughlin is a gorgeous buff AKC Cocker Spaniel with champion lines, stunning dark eyes, and a lovable personality. We found out to our surprise that her long legs enable her to leap right over the dog fence, giving her free reign over the house! Luckily for us, she is very well-behaved and we don’t mind. She is great off-leash, and we love watching her trot around the yard, blonde ears swinging merrily as she goes! In quintessential Cocker form, she welcomes any person into her presence and travels well. Her hobbies (when she’s not busy supervising the McLaughlin kids) include play-wrestling with Scout, checking in on her sisters’ puppies, and licking the faces of anyone trying to do schoolwork! Princess' pups are as beautiful, gentle, and easy-going as she is.
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Click on Princess' photo to see her album!
Porsche
AKC Cocker Spaniel Porsche is a petite pup who exudes the classic Cocker cheerfulness. Her tail is like an exclamation point and she often has her mouth open in a little smile. Porsche is enthusiastic about walks, balls, hanging out with the other dogs, people, puppies, rides....and the list goes on! She may be a little smaller than the other dogs, but she has a big personality! We're sure her puppies will be full of zest for life and overflowing with love, just like their mama!
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Click on Porsche's picture to see her photo album!
Scout
Scout “Cuddle Queen” McLaughlin is a heartily-sized black seal AKC Cocker Spaniel with champion lines. Scout came to our house at eight weeks old and melded right in with the other dogs and toddler Lily-Cate. She has a soft, beautiful coat that is wonderfully scrunchable, and she adores human attention. Scout has an intuitive grasp of how to fit in a human lap–no matter how tight the space or awkward the position! Despite being the largest of our Cockers, she is very gentle, and often acts as a peacemaker among her “sisters.” Her best friends are Lily-Cate the toddler, Lacey our buff cocker, and whoever’s lap she’s lounging in at the time! We have seriously considered renting Scout out as a “Therapy Lap-sitter.” Her reassuring weight and gentle, affectionate manners make her the best pick-me-up even on the worst day! Her one flaw is that it can be hard for us to get work done when she’s around–who can resist those sweet puppy-dog eyes? Scout gets along great with creatures of all shapes and sizes, making her a favorite among visiting children. We also utilize her pleasant, mellow nature as a “nanny” for cockapoo puppies in the house, and Scout expertly guides the pups in gentle play. Scout's puppies take after her in her life philosophy: "a moment not spent cuddling is a moment wasted".
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Click on Scout's photo to see more pictures!
Willow
Willow, a chocolate tri-color Cocker Spaniel and the newest addition to the McLaughlin clan, fully embodies the “merry Cocker” disposition. Charming and jovial, Willow is full of comical enthusiasm for life that quickly endears her to all who meet her. She has a characteristic happy “jaunt” when she is running in the yard, and we love watching her ears flop around as she speeds by. A slender and athletic 18 pounds, Willow is petite for a Cocker, but she easily outpaces our larger dogs. It’s always hilarious to find her curled up in high places where the others either can’t fit or won’t jump onto, like on the third shelf of our laundry shelves! We're looking forward to meeting her many-colored, merry-hearted pups!
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Click on Willow's photo to see her album!
Up & Coming!
We've been grooming several young ladies to join our breeding program. Once they are mature and have passed their health exams, we anticipate great things from these girls!
-Hazel
-Honey
-Indigo
-Mindy
-S'more
And some baby girls!
- Obsidian (Obi)
- Luna
Rain, taxes and fur companions, April 4
It’s a cool, rainy day - little guy is down for his nap - I am working feverishly to get taxes done.....my fur babes stick close and provide a calm and soothing support (they nap). Love!! (posted by: Destiny. Dogs in order - Madi, Bella, Sandie, Noel and Emma).
