Hernhill Cocker Spaniels
- Wheaton, IL
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Nicole H., the breeder behind Hernhill Cocker Spaniels located in Wheaton, IL. I am a small breeder of cocker spaniels with AKC paperwork and champions. My cocker spaniels do barn hunt and hunting trials to ensure that we are still following a working standard. Sound temperaments and engaging socialization in the beginning helps reinforce a quality cocker for your home.
Q. & A. with Nicole
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include red, buff, black and white, and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Nicole
Nicole 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
Contract & health guarantee
Nicole 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 Nicole 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 Nicole 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
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Registration
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Nicole.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Wheaton, IL
592 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Chicago O'Hare Airport
584 miles away
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More about Nicole
Nicole has been a member of Good Dog for 11 months
Nicole was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Nicole’s links
Nicole is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Hernhill Cocker 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
Litter and program updates
Nicole H.
Program update on 14 May 2025 •I love it when the whole family gets together for a dog show ❤️ left to right: Sylvie, Celes, Cole, Apollo, May
Parent dogs
Jiji, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Jiji
Jiji is the kindest most thoughtful dog you could have around you. She is so easy going and a fantastic mother, almost too nice. There just isn't an aggressive bone in her body. She is always ready for an adventure and loves to travel. Her most favorite thing in the whole world is dinner time.
Excellent health testing
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, +1 more.
Celes, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Celes
Celes is a female Cocker Spaniel over 1 year old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Nicole decided to make her part of their program. Nicole 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.
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Cole, dad
Cocker Spaniel
About Cole
Cole is a male Cocker Spaniel over 1 year old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Nicole decided to make him part of their program. Nicole 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.
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Lennox, dad
Cocker Spaniel
About Lennox
Lennox is a male Cocker Spaniel almost 2 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Nicole decided to make him part of their program. Nicole 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.
Jayda, mom
Cocker Spaniel
About Jayda
Jayda was a singleton out of Jiji's first breeding. It was a bit of a struggle in the beginning but she was a fighter. Now she's grown girl, playing her favorite game fetch just like her papa, Reggie.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Hernhill Cocker 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 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.
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.
DNA Disease Panel
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).
