Brambleberry Boykins
- Charlotte, MI
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Dana B. W., the breeder behind Brambleberry Boykins located in Charlotte, MI. The Q1 2023 OFA Report to BSS, reported Twenty-nine (9.6%) of the 301 Boykins scored an ‘Excellent’ Hip rating. Three litter sisters from our first breeding (Boy x Nico 2021) are all represented in this top tier; providing for a 43% OFA ‘Excellent’ Hips rating in the litter. We feel blessed.
Q. & A. with Dana B.
Why did you start breeding?
At an early age- through 4-H and FFA, I learned how to read pedigrees, understand genotypes, phenotypes, the nature of line-breeding, and coefficients of inbreeding and their effect on offspring and overall health, while producing and showing high-quality Checker Giants (rabbits). Today, I apply those same lessons to my passion for producing, hunting over, and test-trialing Boykin Spaniels.What makes your program special?
I do not own males as a part of my breeding program; instead, I apply due diligence to seek out the best males for my females. Pairings are important; they determine the attributes and health of the future offspring. While our Boykins are family members first and foremost, they have a penchant for fieldwork. Brambleberry Boykins is where traditions begin at home, and afield...What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include chocolate and liver. 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.
L.Green
Went homeMale
Purple girl
Went homeFemale
Pink girl
Went homeFemale
Black
Went homeMale
L.Punk
Went homeFemale
Blue male
Went homeMale
Orange
Went homeMale
Green male
Went homeMale
L.Blue male
Went homeMale
White male
Went homeMale
Red male
Went homeMale
Red/White Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Blue/White Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Pink/Black Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Black/White Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Yellow/Black Boy 2
Went homeMale
Red/ Black Boy 1
Went homeMale
Pink/White Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Purple Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Green Boy 2
Went homeMale
Red Boy 4
Went homeMale
Blue Boy 1
Went homeMale
H.Orange Boy 3
Went homeMale
Pink Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Brown Boy
Went homeMale
Cream Boy
Went homeMale
Orange Boy
Went homeMale
Green Boy
Went homeMale
Red Boy
Went homeMale
Blue Boy
Went homeMale
Pink Girl
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Dana B.
Dana B. 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
"Price includes everything listed in 'Extra's Included' below. Deposit will be refunded by the Breeder within twenty-one days, of complete litter disbursement, if the Breeder is not able to provide the Candidate with a Puppy out of the targeted litter."
Contract & health guarantee
Dana B. 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 Dana B. 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 Dana B. directly.
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
- Scent introduction
- 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
- Microchip
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
- Puppy starter kit
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Dana B..
Breeder's location
Meet in Charlotte, MI
More about Dana B.
Club memberships
Dana B. is a member of Midwest Boykin Spaniel Club, Great Lakes Boykin Spaniel Club, Carolina Boykin Spaniel Retriever Club (CBSRC), and Hunting Retriever Club.
Certifications & recognitions
Boykin Spaniel Society Silver Level Preferred Breeder, Boykin Spaniel Society Gold Level Lifetime Member, Volhard Puppy Aptitude Assessments, Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS), AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., CHIC Certified.
Dana B. has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Dana B. was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Dana B. is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Brambleberry 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
Dana B. W.
Program update on 17 July 2025 •We are three weeks old, active, and learning to use a litter tray.
Dana B. W.
Program update on 09 July 2025 •The coats on these pups are beautiful.
Dana B. W.
Litter update on 19 June 2025 •The first eye has opened...
Banks and Kimber's litter
Parent dogs
Nala, mom
Boykin Spaniel
About Nala
Nala is a female Boykin Spaniel about 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Dana B. decided to make her part of their program. Dana B. 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, OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, +7 more.
Kimber, mom
Boykin Spaniel
About Kimber
Kimber is proportionate and representative of the breed standard. She exhibits drive and loves being afield; she is biddable and steady at the line, with good marking and excellent scenting. She inherited an impressive water entry from both pedigree sides. She has an amazing on/off switch for home and traveling. She is great with children, has experience and enjoyed working in the educational setting as a canine therapy and Paws-To-Read program animal.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, +6 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Brambleberry 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.
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.
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).
