English Toy Spaniels of Arete
- Des Moines, IA
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Sebastian S., the breeder behind English Toy Spaniels of Arete located in Des Moines, IA.
Q. & A. with Sebastian
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include red, red and white, black and tan, and black white and tan. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Sebastian
Sebastian has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Contract & health guarantee
Sebastian may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Sebastian offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Sebastian directly.
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What's included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Daily handling
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Sebastian.
Breeder's location
Meet in Des Moines, IA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Des Moines Airport
Meet in Lakeville, MN
More about Sebastian
Club memberships
Sebastian is a member of Des Moines Kennel Club and Mid Atlantic English Toy Spaniel Club.
Sebastian has been a member of Good Dog for 9 months
Sebastian was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Sebastian is a trusted Good Dog breeder
English Toy Spaniels of Arete meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent health testing
Excellent level
English Toy Spaniels of Arete reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for English Toy Spaniels.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
