Benchmark Cockers
- Delphi, IN
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Melinda R., the breeder behind Benchmark Cockers located in Delphi, IN. Benchmark Cockers is a collaboration between mother (Melinda) and daughter (Megan). We are a simple, family-run breeding program offering loving and loyal companions to others. We focus on quality care and health with each litter we raise.
Q. & A. with Melinda
Why did you start breeding?
Megan started showing dogs in 4-H when she was 9 years old. Her passion for dogs was obvious. We expanded to the AKC show ring...and the rest is history!What makes your program special?
Our dogs are members of our family...not kennel dogs. We carefully select puppies we keep to evaluate for the show ring. All others are placed as pets on limited registration.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include red roan, red and white, blue roan and tan, blue roan, brown roan and tan, brown roan, brown white and tan, black white and tan, black and white, and brown and white. 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.
Black Sable Girl - purple collar
Went homeFemale
Brown Girl - turquoise collar
Went homeFemale
Buff Boy - no collar
Went homeMale
Black Girl - orange collar
Went homeFemale
Black Sable Girl - no collar
Went homeFemale
Buff Girl - white collar
Went homeFemale
Brown Boy - no collar
Went homeMale
Black Sable Boy - yellow collar
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
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 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,250 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price is for AKC limited registration, health guarantee, de-worming, first vaccines, microchip, vet check, first bag puppy food, toys and puppy blanket to take home the scent of their first home. Deposit is required to reserve a puppy for your family.”
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.
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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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Extras
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melinda.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Delphi, IN
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Indianapolis Airport
Meet in Indianapolis, IN
More about Melinda
Club memberships
Melinda is a member of Salamonie Cocker Spaniel Club.
Certifications & recognitions
Professional Groomer.
Melinda has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Melinda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Melinda’s links
Melinda is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Benchmark Cockers 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 dogs
PJ, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About PJ
PJ (CH Benchmark's Daddy's Girl) really enjoyed her AKC show career but is now retired from the show ring! PJ is a playful and fun Cocker Spaniel who enjoys life along with her 3 Cocker Spaniel sisters. She loves meeting new people and visits from my grandkids. She makes me smile every day!
Savvy, dad
Cocker Spaniel
About Savvy
Savvy is a very happy guy, who is also beautiful and conformationally correct, earning his AKC Championship before he was a year old. Savvy has passed his health testing, have OFA prelim Excellent Hips, Normal Elbows, and Clear Eyes.
Hazel, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Hazel
Hazel is a super sweet girl with a calm demeanor. She’s a beautiful sable with a kissable face!
Brady, dad
Cocker Spaniel
About Brady
Brady is a male Cocker Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Melinda decided to make him part of their program. Melinda has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), +1 more.Breezy, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Breezy
Breezy is a female Cocker Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melinda decided to make her part of their program. Melinda has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Great health testing
Patellar Luxation, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +1 more.Haddie, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Haddie
Haddie is a female Cocker Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melinda decided to make her part of their program. Melinda has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Benchmark Cockers 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
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 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.
DNA Disease Panel
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).
