BoykinsNBoat

Alisha O.

Breeder of Boykin Spaniels

Union City, TN
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Meet the breeder

I'm Alisha O., the breeder behind BoykinsNBoat located in Union City, TN. Our Journey began in 2016 We have attended Boykin Nationals bringing home both a JAM award and a Qualifying Ribbon, Joined HRC Hunt Test Clubs, and we are on the board for our local BSS Club. Both Professionally Trained and Amateur Trained and Run. versatile service dogs and hunting.

Q. & A. with Alisha

Why did you start breeding?
Our Journey began 2016 since then we have grown to love the Boykin Spaniel and the new friends we have made along the way. We have attended Boykin Nationals bringing home both a JAM and Qualifying Ribbon, HRC Clubs, and on the board for our local Boykin. Our Boykins are both Professionally Trained and Amateur Trained and Run. Our Boykins are versatile as both service dogs and hunting companions.
What makes your program special?
Our pups are raised in our home in a rural country setting in NW Tennessee. Dew Claws and Tails are sent off for DNA testing. The PAW Print account will be transferred to the owner once you take ownership of the pup. They are potty trained from the time they begin solid food. At 7 Weeks of age we expose them to birds bumpers fetch and retrieve of wings. We preform the Volhard's Aptitude Test
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are liver. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.

Getting a puppy from Alisha

Alisha 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

Connect with Alisha to learn more details about pricing.

“Contact Breeder Breeding's are from proven hunting retrievers at the HRCH level. Doing what others say Boykins Can’t Do. Our price reflects the price of the stud fee, planned C Section and other cost.”

Contract & health guarantee

Alisha 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 Alisha 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 Alisha 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
  - Surface & tactile stimulation
  - Scent introduction
  - Daily handling
  - Socialized with other dogs
- Puppy health practices
  - Vet check
  - First round of shots and deworming
  - Vet records
- Extras
  - Initial potty training
  - Food & treats
  - Registration
  - Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Union City, TN

More about Alisha

Club memberships
Alisha is a member of Hunting Retriever Club.
Alisha has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Alisha was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Alisha’s links
- Facebook
- Website

Alisha is a trusted Good Dog breeder

BoykinsNBoat 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

Delta Dawn, mom
Boykin Spaniel
About Delta Dawn
Delta Dawn is a female Boykin Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Alisha decided to make her part of their program. Alisha 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.
Teal, mom
Boykin Spaniel
About Teal
Teal is a female Boykin Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Alisha decided to make her part of their program. Alisha 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

BoykinsNBoat 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.
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.
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, 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).