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Firefly English Springer Spaniels
Meet the breeder
I'm Ann H., the breeder behind Firefly English Springer Spaniels located in Sandy Ridge, PA. Springer Spaniels are a joy and passion in my life. I breed both show and pet puppies, with a focus on temperament, intelligence, and adherence to the Springer standard. Once puppies are off to their new homes, I love to keep a connection with their forever families, and I am always available for consultation throughout the dog’s life.
Q. & A. with Ann
Why did you start breeding?
Like many others, we adopted a stray Springer and later took a special needs Springer. After the loss of my little mixed breed dog, I decided I wanted to become a part of the dog show world with a show Springer. I was mentored for many years on Springers. I love the puppies, and I love training in dog sports as well. Though not a “big” breeder, I am very careful of bloodlines, study pedigrees, genetic health, etc. in order to raise stable companions with Springer drive.What makes your program special?
My goal is to produce the most stable and healthy pups possible. My adults are show dogs. When finished with their ring career, we go into a dog sport, even the breeding dogs. They are from the best bloodlines in the country. I am very careful with their training and socialization, always keeping in mind their future homes and making sure they will be prepared once they go to their forever families.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Ann
Ann 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 $1,500 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Our puppies are priced according to whether they will be going to show or pet homes. Show puppies must be co-owned by me. A $500 deposit holds the place of a puppy for a family. I phone interview prospective buyers before accepting a deposit.”
Contract & health guarantee
Ann 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 Ann 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 Ann 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 Ann.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Sandy Ridge, PA
129 miles away
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More about Ann
Club memberships
Ann is a member of English Springer Spaniel Field Trial Association.
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder.
Ann has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Ann was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Ann’s links
Ann is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Firefly English Springer Spaniels 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
All breeds
Unknown
English Springer Spaniel
Fire Fly Guiding Light, mom
Unknown
About Fire Fly Guiding Light
Fire Fly Guiding Light is a female Unknown. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Ann decided to make her part of their program. Ann 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.
Vera, mom
English Springer Spaniel
About Vera
Vera is a female English Springer Spaniel. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Ann decided to make her part of their program. Ann 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
Great level
Firefly English Springer Spaniels 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 Springer 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.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
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.
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), DNA Profile
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).
