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FTW ESS STUD DOG, FULLY HEALTH TESTED

County / Town: Bristol

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Description

Field Trial Winner Tweed is everything I ever wanted in a dog – apart from being black and white (as I have a thing for black and white!). Obviously, his father FTCH Clearmeadow Flash of Countryways (Milo), is black and white and still the top black and white dog in the world. Tweeds mother was sired by Raven Inquest, the best producing black and white dog in the last 10 years. Producing the Irish championship winner, the British championship winner and also several European championship winners. 

As you can tell, there is a very strong black and white healthy line in him. Nothing wrong with the liver and white line in him, it has Paul Calighurs twice championship winner Delilah in it. Probably the reason that Tweed is such a dark chocolate brown. 

Tweed himself, has a lovely stance and presence. He’s an amazing marker, handles like a Labrador, perfect retriever and hits cover hard. He is now a field trial winner and has several second places in open stakes – just missing out on qualifying for the championship. At this stage, I would like to thank my late friend, Mark Maylin for his initial training. Mark and his daughter Ellie had Tweed from me as a puppy and did all of his early training. Tweed carries Marks affix as a note of respect.

 

 FULLY HEALTH TESTED: 

DNA – AMS CLEAR 

DNA – PFKD CLEAR 

DNA – cord1 – PRA CLEAR 

DNA – FUCO CLEAR 

DNA – CNM CLEAR 

DNA – RD/OSD1 CLEAR 

DNA – SD2 CLEAR 

BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme CLEAR 

PLA GRADE 0

Details

  • Advert ID: 27958
  • County / Town: Bristol
  • Location: Alveston, Bristol, UK
  • Breed: Springer Spaniel - Stud
  • Original Breeder: No
  • Health Checked: No
  • Vaccinations Up to Date: No
  • KC Registered by Collection: No
  • Microchipped by Collection Date: No
  • Pet Viewable with Mother: No

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🐶 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.

🧠 Final Thought

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