Brandilyn English Cockers
Meet the breeder
I'm Donna, the breeder behind Brandilyn English Cockers located in Ocala, FL. I got my first English Cocker in late 2001. His name was Rocky and he completely changed my life! He is the reason I started this journey into showing and breeding these wonderful dogs. Over the years our breeding program has developed into putting emphasis on temperament, health, conformation per the AKC standard, and intelligence.
Q. & A. with Donna
Why did you start breeding?
I bought a companion puppy who turned into a show dog and I was hooked! I started showing my dogs in 2003 and it changed my life.What makes your program special?
I am a firm believer in producing dogs as close to the AKC standard as possible. So they are merry sporting dogs that are compactly built with a powerful gait.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Donna
Donna 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 Donna to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Donna 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 Donna 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 Donna 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
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Donna.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Ocala, FL
4746 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Nashville Airport (Berry Field)
4571 miles away
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More about Donna
Club memberships
Donna is a member of Heart of Michigan English Cocker Spaniel Club, English Cocker Spaniel Club of America, Tennessee Valley English Cocker Spaniel Fanciers, Seaboard English Cocker Spaniel Club, and Michigan Sporting Dog Association.
Certifications & recognitions
American Kennel Club Canine College, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.
Donna has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Donna was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Donna’s links
Donna is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Brandilyn English 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
Davi, mom
English Cocker Spaniel
About Davi
Davi is a female English Cocker Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donna decided to make her part of their program. Donna 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.
travis, dad
English Cocker Spaniel
About travis
travis is a male English Cocker Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Donna decided to make him part of their program. Donna 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
Brandilyn English 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 English 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.
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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)
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.
Familial Nephropathy, Cocker Spaniel Type, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Adult Onset Neuropathy (AON)
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).
