I'm Lynda G., the breeder behind Lynann English Cocker Spaniels located in Newbury Park, CA. We’re passionate, ethical breeders that focus on preserving, protecting, and maintaining the standards of this magnificent breed. Our goal as breeders is to maintain the correct temperament, health, and type for the merry English Cocker Spaniel. The ideal companion we are striving to breed is active, healthy, and loving!
Q. & A. with Lynda
Why did you start breeding?
As a family, we wanted to promote and breed our chosen breed. We have always aimed to breed as close to the standards as possible. We decided to venture into being a breeder with the guidance of knowledgeable breeders at first. Now, years later we are the ones mentoring the new breeders!
What makes your program special?
We are diligent about temperament, health, and type. Having won two National Specialties, 38 Independent Specialties, and being recognized by the Santa Barbara Kennel Club Sporting dog honoree for 2017. We are also a Breeder of Merit from the American Kennel Club.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Lynda
Lynda 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 between $2,200 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“No deposit is taken until we know we have a puppy for you.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lynda 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 Lynda 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 Lynda directly.
Lynann English 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
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Lynann English 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 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.
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.
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.
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Familial Nephropathy, Cocker Spaniel Type
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).