Gunner Spaniel

Erik G.

Breeder of English Springer Spaniels

  • Readstown, WI

Meet the breeder

I'm Erik G., the breeder behind Gunner Spaniel located in Readstown, WI. Sammy is the mother is now, 7.15.26, almost 6 years old and Louie the dad is now almost 11 years old. Sammy’s first litter of pups are where born on February 20th 2022 and her second litter on July 4th 2026. The mother is tri-color and the father is liver and white. Both are AKC registered.

Q. & A. with Erik

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I located a English Springer Spaniel breeder. Bought a pup for a companion (male). Then a few years later located another breeder for a pup (female) for a companion for my male. I decided to let them breed for some enjoyable experiences when I retire.
  • What makes your program special?

    When pick up pup visit and tour Driftless Arboretum and Botanical Garden.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include liver white and tan and liver and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Getting a puppy from Erik

Erik has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Erik partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“Puppies need to exercise in open spaces.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $1,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Price included those items described in Health and Wellness at gunnerspaniel. com. By name.”

Contract & health guarantee

Erik 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 Erik 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 Erik 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
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Food & treats
      • Toys
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training
      • AKC registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Readstown, WI

Other pick-up locations

Meet in Rochester, MN

More about Erik

  • Erik has been a member of Good Dog for less than a month

    Erik was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.

  • Erik’s links

Erik is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Gunner Spaniel 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 health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Gunner Spaniel 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.

  • Vet Wellness Exam

    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.

  • DNA Disease Panel, DNA Repository

    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).

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