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OFTW Farlavale Ebor Sparky

County / Town: North Yorkshire

Description

Sparky is a powerful and compact working cocker with impeccable breeding. His dam is our own OFTW Starry Skye of FarlaVale and his sire is FTCH Kiltonbeck Rollo, winner of the 2019 Cocker Championships. Strong, fast and intelligent - his enthusiastic, biddable nature has proven him to be an easy dog to train; evident since he was a few weeks old. A proven stud he produces consistently outstanding pups. As a carrier of the ‘tan point’ gene he’s able to produce black & tan and liver & tan’.

He is health tested - hereditary clear of AMS, FN, and prcd-PRA. Sparky has numerous Field Trial awards including winning the Midland Counties Open Field Trial in December 2022 which qualified him for the Cocker Championships. His offspring are without exception, superb, and due to his honest and biddable disposition are suitable for either working, agility or pet homes. We ourselves have two young dogs by him who can each be seen. One of these has recently begun his own trialling career and picked up a second place in his first ever field trial. For more info go to farlavale.co.uk.

Details

  • Advert ID: 24176
  • County / Town: North Yorkshire
  • Location:
  • Breed: Cocker Spaniels - Stud
  • Original Breeder: Yes
  • Health Checked: Yes
  • Hip Dysplasia Screening: No
  • Elbow Dysplasia Screening: No
  • Eye Screening Scheme: No
  • prcd-PRA DNA Test: No
  • Familial Nephropathy DNA Test: No
  • Vaccinations Up to Date: Yes
  • Worm and Flea Treated: Yes
  • KC Registered by Collection: Yes
  • Microchipped by Collection Date: Yes
  • Pet Viewable with Mother: Yes

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  • Always meet the dog in person at the breeder’s home or kennel—never agree to buy without seeing them first.
  • Ask to see the puppies with their Dam (mother), and the Sire (father) if available.
  • Verify all paperwork:
    • Kennel Club (KC) registration number
    • Date of birth
    • Health screening results
  • Prepare questions to ask the breeder. Some helpful ones include:
    • Did you breed the dog(s) yourself?
    • Can I see where they were bred and raised?
    • How old is the Dam, and how many litters has she had?
    • Was the birth natural or via C-section?
    • Are there any known health issues?
    • Can I see documentation for both Dam and Sire?
    • Will the puppy be vaccinated and wormed before purchase?
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  • Puppies should appear happy, healthy, clean, and curious.
  • You should be allowed to see and handle all puppies in the litter, not just the one you're considering.
  • Never buy a puppy younger than 8 weeks old.
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  • Is the whelping pen clean?
  • Do the dogs have access to fresh water, clean food, and adequate space?
  • The living conditions can say a lot about the breeder’s standards.
  • Ensure you receive the KC registration form and all relevant documents at the time of payment.
  • Write up a simple contract to protect both buyer and seller—especially important in case circumstances change.
  • Never agree to buy a puppy in a car park or public place. Always go to the breeder's premises.

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