Arklahoma Boykins

Melinda B.

Breeder of Boykin Spaniels

  • Van Buren, AR
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm Melinda B., the breeder behind Arklahoma Boykins located in Van Buren, AR. Having a dog in our lives is such a blessing. We find so much fulfillment in providing that same companionship to other homes! We started breeding with the simple mission to breed the very best dogs that we can, to raise them with love, and to find them the perfect future homes.

Q. & A. with Melinda

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies are chocolate. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Melinda

Melinda 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.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Melinda partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $200 non-refundable deposit and between $1,050 - $1,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“This nominal deposit will put you on the list to receive a puppy from the next available litter.”

Contract & health guarantee

Melinda 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 Melinda 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 Melinda directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melinda.

Breeder's location

Meet in Van Buren, AR

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Fort Smith Airport

More about Melinda

  • Melinda has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years

    Melinda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

Melinda is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Arklahoma Boykins 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Arklahoma Boykins 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 Boykin Spaniels.

  • Hip Dysplasia

    Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.

  • Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC)

    Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Melinda to bring home their puppies.

  • Keaton W.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    Melinda was great! Happy to answer all of our questions, very accommodating on our pickup. Happy and very healthy puppy!

    Jaiden W.

    Verified owner · May 2026

    Melinda was great to work with, she responds quick, with great information. I was going back and forth on a boy or girl, and she gave very good information on both. Banks (our puppy) is doing great! He is so smart, and took the 8 hour car ride home very well. He also has been doing great in a kennel, and is almost fully potty trained at almost 10 weeks. He is able to sit and lay on command, and we are working on stay and come. He loves his sticks, and loves being outside! I would recommend Melinda even if you have a drive to her, ours was 8.5 hrs there and 8.5 hrs back, and i would do it again and again!

    Joel R.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2025

    Melinda was FANTASTIC to work with. She responds right away with questions, offers to video your new pup, etc. I went to pick up my little guy and she was ready and waiting. The whole experience was very smooth and pleasant. If you're looking for an adorable Boykin Spaniel, I highly recommend Melinda and Arklahoma Boykins.

  • Samantha H.

    Verified owner · May 2026

    Melinda was responsive and very knowledgeable about the Boykin Spaniel breed. I felt included and kept up to date in every step of the process. We have had our Delta girl for two weeks and she is so incredible. We are so thankful to Melinda for bringing this sweet girl to us!

    Shelby M.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2026

    Melinda was amazing!! She answered all my questions quickly, and was open & honest about vet checkups and vaccines. She gave us the sweetest most adorable pup ever!

    Colten S.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2025

    I had a great experience getting my Boykin Spaniel from Melinda! She was professional, friendly, and kept me well-informed throughout the entire process. My pup is healthy, happy, and exactly what I was hoping for. Highly recommend Melinda to anyone looking for a wonderful dog and a great experience!

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.