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Description

Probably the best cocker I have trained in the last 20 years, such an amazing animal. Easy to train, wants to please you at home, competing at the highest level or sat with me on the peg on a 400 bird day. Mickey was almost fully trained by the time he was 10 months old. 

A great retriever and very easy to handle. The youngest dog in the Cocker Championship 2021, where he picked up a Diploma of Merit at Winsor Great Park. I believe he is the only Red Cocker in the country who has had his hips, elbows, eyes and full DNA test completed. He is now producing some amazingly easy to train dogs with lots of his traits, very pretty, lots of drive, lots of action and a pleasure to work with.

MICKEYS HEALTH TESTS , ALL CLEAR:

  • HIPS 4/4
  • ELBOWS 0
  • DNA – prcd-PRA – CLEAR
  • DNA – FN – CLEAR
  • DNA – AMS – CLEAR
  • DNA – DM – CLEAR
  • DNA – EIC – CLEAR
  • DNA – PFKD – CLEAR
  • BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme CLEAR

 

Description

Probably the best cocker I have trained in the last 20 years, such an amazing animal. Easy to train, wants to please you at home, competing at the highest level or sat with me on the peg on a 400 bird day. Mickey was almost fully trained by the time he was 10 months old. 

A great retriever and very easy to handle. The youngest dog in the Cocker Championship 2021, where he picked up a Diploma of Merit at Winsor Great Park. I believe he is the only Red Cocker in the country who has had his hips, elbows, eyes and full DNA test completed. He is now producing some amazingly easy to train dogs with lots of his traits, very pretty, lots of drive, lots of action and a pleasure to work with.

MICKEYS HEALTH TESTS , ALL CLEAR:

  • HIPS 4/4
  • ELBOWS 0
  • DNA – prcd-PRA – CLEAR
  • DNA – FN – CLEAR
  • DNA – AMS – CLEAR
  • DNA – DM – CLEAR
  • DNA – EIC – CLEAR
  • DNA – PFKD – CLEAR
  • BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme CLEAR

 

Details

  • Advert ID: 26339

  • County / Town: Bristol

  • Location: Alveston, Bristol, UK

  • Breed: Cocker Spaniels - Stud

  • Link: www.countrywaysgundogs.com

  • 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: No

🐶 Buyer’s Checklist for Gun Dogs

Whether you’re buying, selling, or studding a dog, it’s essential to take the right steps to protect yourself—and the animals involved.

  • 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?

  • If something feels off, walk away. Don’t ignore red flags.
  • Ask for advice from a trusted third party if you’re unsure.
  • Take your time. This is a big decision—don’t rush it.

  • 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.
  • Avoid any puppies that show signs of illness—e.g. runny eyes, weakness, or diarrhoea.

  • 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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