Mike's Best Friends

Michael M.

Breeder of Boxers and Cocker Spaniels

  • Beech Island, SC
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Available puppies

Raya

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9 weeks old · Female

Meet the breeder

I'm Michael M., the breeder behind Mike's Best Friends located in Beech Island, SC. I am a small breeder of Cocker Spaniel puppies, I offer show quality, healthy, and happy pups. Sometimes the most ordinary things can be made extraordinary simply by doing them with a Cocker Spaniel. i also Breed Quality Boxers , Some of my Cockers compete in 'Akc competitions.

Q. & A. with Michael

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I started with one pair of Cockers over 20 years ago and I have continued breeding Cockers ever since. My very first cocker spaniel was over 30 years ago when i wanted a smaller dog for my daughter, he was a red cocker and his name was Corky who i got from a friend, and was very sweet nature and it sparked the love of cockers and i have always had one ever since. i have had all colors over the years, im very proud of the bloodlines that is have established throughout the years and have had many return buyers who rave about the personalities of the puppies that they purchased from me.

  • What makes your program special?

    All my pups are raised indoors and not in pens outside. All the pups get hands-on care from the time they are born. I sit with the mothers the whole time they are in labor and won't leave them till they are completely finished having pups. All the pups go to the vet for checkups and shots given by the vet, and all pups come with a one-year health agreement. all the pups go home with a very nice starter package, that includes a bowl, toys, leash, harness, sample of food and of course all paperwork neatly arranged inside a folder .

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our Boxer puppies include fawn, brindle, and white. Cocker Spaniel puppies include red and white, black white and tan, sable and white, brown and white, black and white, and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and a kennel on my property.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Michael

Michael 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, Michael partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“i would like for the family to have some experience with cocker spaniels beforehand( not necessary but its a good start), if not please do your research to see if this breed is good with your expected lifestyle. please a fenced in yard would also be a great idea as they do like to have some outside time ”

Price

Puppy prices include a $400 non-refundable deposit and between $1,100 - $2,600 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price listed is for limited registration, i occasionally will agree to full akc registration but its rare but not out of the question if you're looking for full akc. contact me and we can discuss it. Deposits are taken for picks, sometimes people will wait till the pups are around 6 week to make a pick, so deposits are either for certain pup or a pick number. ex, pick number, 1, 2, 3, etc.. Please if you put a deposit, understand it will not be refunded if you change your mind because of financial status or timing isnt right, please make sure you're ready for a pup before placing a deposit. Deposits are usually non refundable unless the puppy is deemed not healthy by the vet.. once a person makes his/her pick of a puppy they are kept updated weekly on the puppy's progress.”

Contract & health guarantee

Michael 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 Michael 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 Michael 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
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Beech Island, SC

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Charleston Airport / Charleston AFB

More about Michael

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder of Merit.

  • Michael has been a member of Good Dog for over 6 years

    Michael was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

Michael is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Mike's Best Friends 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

Cocker Spaniel

Boxer

Parent health testing

Boxer

Cocker Spaniel

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Mike's Best Friends 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 Boxers.

  • Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), GenSol Diagnostics DNA Testing

    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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Michael to bring home their puppies.

  • Angie B.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2026

      • +4

    We put our deposit down for our puppy weeks before we could get him - Michael was great at sending us videos and pictures almost everyday! He was also very responsive with texting me and answering all my questions. Michael also arranged a flight nanny to fly with our puppy- and she was wonderful, too! When we got our puppy he was so clean and smelled so good. The first night our puppy went right to bed in his crate with no crying- he never has cried when we put him in his crate. He’s a very good puppy and very lovable. When I took him to the vet, the vet said he is in perfect health and the breeder did a very good job! We are extremely happy we got our puppy from Michael!

    Suzanne B.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2025

    Michael was an awesome breeder, and wonderful in helping me find my perfect Cocker Spaniel! He responded quickly and often. He messaged me everyday and was able to help me find a Flight Nanny to fly my puppy from his home in South Carolina to Pittsburgh International Airport. He even FaceTimed me so I could see the puppy. He sent me a care package along with my pup, that included toys, food, blanket, etc. to be sure she was off to the best possible start. I highly recommend Mike's Best Friends to whomever is seeking the perfect furry companion.

  • Karen B.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2026

    Michael was great to work with from inception. He answered all of my many questions promptly and gave me helpful tips. He went over & above expectations. He starts you off with everything you will need when you pick up your pups! Outstanding experience. Best breeder I’ve dealt with. The pups are stunningly beautiful and so even tempered. Could not have been better! Thank you Michael!

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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