Barbara Richards' Cocker Kennel, Pensacola, FL
- Pensacola, FL
- Responds within a few days
Available puppies
Diva's Black Boy with red ID collar
Ready now
12 weeks old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Barbara R., the breeder behind Barbara Richards' Cocker Kennel, Pensacola, FL located in Pensacola, FL. We strive for compatible, tested bloodlines that offer beauty, brilliance, health & wonderful temperaments with a huge focus on conformation, obedience or agility (athletic) prospects. Should any health issue arise in our lines, that dog is removed from our breeding program.
Q. & A. with Barbara
Why did you start breeding?
I grew up around my grandfather raising quality bird dogs for his hunting sport. I loved seeing newborn puppies and fell in love with seeing the miracle of birth and always said I would raise my favorite breed (cocker spaniels) someday when I was grown!What makes your program special?
Being a respected, experienced breeder for 39.5 years, I have seen it all - I bought into inferior lines and through generations of W-O-R-K and show folks educating me, I have beautiful up to standard pups. I have a group Facebook site where my cocker families enjoy sharing pictures, stories, comparing the litter mates, and sharing tips such as: house training, obedience/agility class enrollmentsWhat are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include buff and white, brown and white, black, silver, red, brown, black and tan, and buff. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Diva's Chocolate Girl with Orange ID collar
Went homeFemale
MIA's Black & Tan boy ~ 4 mo.
Went homeMale
MIA's Boy 2 w/a red collar
Went homeMale
MIAs Black/W Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Ready now2 years old · Male
Diva Girl 1 Black White_Collar called Jetta
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Buff Girl
Went homeFemale
AKC Buff Girl 1 Pink Collar
Went homeFemale
AKC Buff Girl 2 Orange Collar
Went homeFemale
AKC Boy 1 with grey collar
Went homeMale
AKC Girl 2 with green collar
Went homeFemale
AKC Girl 3 with Black Collar
Went homeFemale
AKC Girl 1 with yellow collar
Went homeFemale
Lucy’s AKC Boy 2 with Red collar.
Went homeMale
Beau
Went homeMale
Lucy’s AKC Girl 1 with Pink collar.
Went homeFemale
Lucy’s AKC Girl 2 with Purple collar
Went homeFemale
Lucy’s AKC Boy 1 with Blue collar.
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Barbara
Barbara has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
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
Puppy prices include a $200 non-refundable deposit and between $1,400 - $1,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Priced according to colors/lines. I paid $2500 for Romeo & his beautiful ST JAMES bloodline w/ silvers (almost white) & silver buffs- much harder to find. My BEST champion lines on both sides are $2.000. The deposit is non-refundable but can be transferred to a different puppy in this litter, or to another litter, or even to a future litter in case of a family emergency, etc.”
Contract & health guarantee
Barbara 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 Barbara 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 Barbara 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
- Car rides
- Socialized in new places
- Daily handling
- 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
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Barbara.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Pensacola, FL
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Pensacola Airport
More about Barbara
Club memberships
Barbara is a member of The American Spaniel Club.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Barbara has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Barbara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Barbara is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Barbara Richards' Cocker Kennel, Pensacola, FL 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
Barbara R.
Program update on 16 Nov. 2024 •
Barbara R.
Litter update on 16 Nov. 2024 •Beau is ready to come home with you.
Romeo and Lucy's litter
Parent dogs
“Mia”, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About “Mia”
Mia has a very loving disposition and is highly trainable. She is a wonderful mother to her pups.
Shadow, dad
Cocker Spaniel
About Shadow
Shadow is a Black and Tan American Cocker Spaniel. He is energetic, very friendly and has a sweet disposition.
DIVA, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About DIVA
My beautiful chocolate girl… Such a great mommy.
Lucy, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Lucy
Red buff with white markings.
Romeo, dad
Cocker Spaniel
About Romeo
This line throws lots of silvers and silver-buffs through several St James' lines on his pedigree.
Parent health testing
Barbara Richards' Cocker Kennel, Pensacola, FL 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 Cocker Spaniels.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
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.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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 (rDVM, not 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.
Kidney Disease (UPCR), Brucellosis
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Agouti DNA Test
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 Barbara to bring home their puppies.
Beverly C.
Verified owner · Apr. 2025
Getting our Cocker Spaniel from Barbara Richard’s was a perfect experience! We were hesitant about buying online and Good Dog seemed very professional! We choose a puppy from the Richard’s and from start to finish I could not have asked for for a better experience. Barbara was so helpful and truly a wonderful breeder and lovely person! Our puppy is everything we hoped for, and more!!
Emily A.
Verified owner · June 2024
Barbara was wondering to work with! She sent me pictures and kept me posted on my baby! She was so sweet when we met and sent us home with a goodie bag full of items. Definitely would recommend her to anyone looking for a cocker spaniel!
Sandra H.
Verified owner · Aug. 2023
Barbara was willing to meet us part way with our puppy, saving us time and money. She kept us posted on how he was doing during his trip to meet his new family. He was groomed, had immunization records and came home with a gift bag full of toys and pertinent information. He’s a beautiful, healthy, active boy and we loved him at first sight! Transactions were easy and convenient and we couldn’t be happier that we found Good Dog and Barbara!
Gary H.
Verified owner · Oct. 2024
+7From the very start our experience of bringing little Bailey into our lives was perfect! We’ve been parents of cocker spaniels for over forty five years, and find the breed to be a great match for our family. The moment we saw a photo of ‘boy one with blue collar’ we were eager to learn more about him. We were put in contact with Barbara Richard’s Cocker Kennel through Good Dog, and were impressed. We corresponded through text and email. Barbara shared her experience of breeding cocker spaniels, gave us information on the ‘sire and dame’ and puppies in the litter, and sent a video of the puppy. We immediately began preparations for bringing the puppy into our home, and making arrangements for our journey to Pensacola. We arrived filled with excitement and joy. Barbara warmly welcomed us and helped us with the introductions to ‘Bailey’ and his parents. She had graciously prepared a ‘care package’ with a blanket, feeding dish, food, treats, and toys for Bailey. We went through the paperwork, and were told about his routine and habits during the past eight weeks. Bailey is an affectionate, smart, and friendly puppy. It’s only been a week, and he’s adjusting beautifully to his new home. We couldn’t be happier!
Tammy G.
Verified owner · Feb. 2024
Barbara was very easy to work with. She sent me pictures and video of Stormi. My family member flew down from MN to pick up the puppy and Barbara was willing to meet her at the hotel for a more comfortable area for the exchange. Stormi flew home the next day without a whimper on the flight. She is so very smart and adorable!
Stephanie W.
Verified owner · Jan. 2023
I am an experienced cocker spaniel owner, having had 4 cockers prior to purchasing one from Barbara. I wanted to wait a while to get to know my puppy before sharing my experience. She is now 5 months old. I was looking for a breeder that bred for good health and temperament, and I found one in Barbara Richards’s Cocker Kennel. Barbara is honest and easy to communicate with via email, phone, and text. She will share with you her experience, and answer any questions you may have. I reserved my puppy two weeks before her availability to go home with me. Barbara sent me several videos of my puppy, which gave me such joy. I was able to see the condition the puppies were kept, and met her dame. As well as see her sire and the other cockers Barbara is breeding. I see the care and work she has devoted to her puppies everyday in my puppy’s behavior. It is obvious the work Barbara put in to desensitize her puppies. My puppy is quick to roll on her back, and adores a good belly rub. She is unconcerned when I manipulate her paws. She has quickly learned to respond to the tone of my voice when she has done something I disapprove of. My puppy is showing all the attributes cocker spaniels are known for: being affectionate, and sensitivity to their owner’s cues. I could not ask for more from a breeder than Barbara has provided. If I ever want to purchase another cocker spaniel, Barbara Richards’s Cocker Kennel will be the first place I contact.
